Senior Hydraulics Lead — Dams & Levees

Geosyntec Consultants; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Hydraulics Practice Lead for Dams and Levees in Phoenix, AZ. The successful candidate will manage the hydraulic engineering practice, lead technical teams, and oversee complex projects related to flood risk management. With a minimum of 10 years of engineering consulting experience focusing on water resource projects, this role requires strong leadership, communication, and project management skills. The company offers competitive pay and benefits to support professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering consulting experience in water resource projects.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow the hydraulic engineering practice.
• Lead technical teams and mentor junior staff.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Hydraulic analysis and modeling

Client interaction

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in water resources or environmental engineering

Advanced degrees in relevant field

Professional registration (P.E.)

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-FIA

HEC-LifeSim

Job description

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Hydraulics Practice Lead for Dams and Levees in Phoenix, AZ. The successful candidate will manage the hydraulic engineering practice, lead technical teams, and oversee complex projects related to flood risk management. With a minimum of 10 years of engineering consulting experience focusing on water resource projects, this role requires strong leadership, communication, and project management skills. The company offers competitive pay and benefits to support professional growth.