Senior Water Resources / Senior Dam Engineer

Mannik Smith Group; Town of Vermont (WI); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule Flexibility

Comprehensive health benefits

Access to online courses and conferences

Generous paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Team-building activities

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is seeking a Senior Water Resources / Senior Dam Engineer to lead dam engineering projects in a hybrid work setting. The role involves overseeing complex projects, including dam repairs and removals, while mentoring junior engineers.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, and at least 10 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 - $140,000 annually, with flexible scheduling and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water resources and dam engineering.
• Strong knowledge of dam safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.
• Proven ability to prepare high-quality technical reports and permit applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage dam repair and dam removal projects from planning through design.
• Develop project scopes, fees, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate and support local, state, and federal permitting and grant applications.

Skills

Dam engineering

Water resources management

Project management

Technical reporting

Hydraulic modeling

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAD-based design tools

Hydrologic modeling software

Job description

Senior Water Resources / Senior Dam Engineer

Department: Water Resources

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: White River Junction, VT

Compensation: $115,000 - $140,000 / year

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

We are seeking a Senior Water Resources / Senior Dam Engineer to join our growing Water Resources team. This is a newly created role driven by a significant and expanding portfolio of dam repair, dam removal, and climate-resiliency projects across New England. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role, overseeing complex projects from planning through design and permitting, while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development initiatives.

This position is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with deep technical expertise in dam engineering and water resources, strong project management skills, and a passion for resilient, sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage dam repair and dam removal projects from planning through design, permitting, and construction support
• Develop project scopes, fees, schedules, and budgets; oversee contracts and project delivery
• Prepare and review engineering analyses, technical reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Coordinate and support local, state, and federal permitting and grant applications
• Apply hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to support design and regulatory submissions
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and internal multidisciplinary teams across New England
• Support business development efforts, including funding strategy development and proposals
• Mentor and provide technical oversight to junior and mid-level engineers

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 10+ years of experience in water resources and dam engineering
• Strong knowledge of dam safety regulations, codes, and industry standards
• Experience leading dam repair and removal design efforts
• Proven ability to prepare high-quality technical reports and permit applications
• Proficiency with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software
• Working knowledge of CAD-based design tools
• Strong project management, communication, and mentoring skills
• Ability to travel up to 10–15% throughout New England

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

The range posted here represents the range of salaries associated with the specific experience listed. Actual individual compensation is commensurate with relevant experience, education and certifications.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.