DAM ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER/TECHNICAL LEAD

$125,000 - $225,000/Yr

AECOM - Denver, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Denver, CO

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

AECOM is seeking an enthusiastic Dam Engineering Project Manager/Technical Lead with expertise in Hydrology and Hydraulics to play a key role in a growing dedicated Dams Engineering practice in our U.S. Mountain Region. The successful candidate is an experienced engineer that supports and grows our dams practice in the core discipline of Hydrologic and Hydraulic engineering. This position will support a variety of dam engineering analyses and design projects across the region. Responsibilities include leading the technical execution of projects including inspection, analysis, design, and regulatory compliance activities associated with a variety of dams, spillways, and other appurtenant hydraulic structures. The role involves conducting hydrologic analyses including flood frequency estimates, statistical hydrology, model preparation, calibration, and verification. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for hydraulic structure modeling including weirs, orifices, spillways, and outlet works systems, using one- and two-dimensional modeling approaches as well as spreadsheet calculations. The position also requires performing dam breach analyses using one- and two-dimensional hydraulic modeling approaches and preparation of inundation maps. Supporting other dam engineering activities such as potential failure modes workshops, risk analyses, and emergency action planning is also a key responsibility. The Dam Engineering Project Manager/Technical Lead will prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, and calculations, and will perform detailed reviews of technical deliverables prepared by others. Effective communication with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and other stakeholders is essential. The candidate will plan, direct, manage, and supervise small to large scale projects, manage project finances, and lead and mentor junior staff. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to AECOM's legacy in dam engineering and make a meaningful impact on global water resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical execution of dam engineering projects including inspection, analysis, design, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Conduct hydrologic analyses including flood frequency estimates, statistical hydrology, model preparation, calibration, and verification.
• Perform hydraulic structure modeling including weirs, orifices, spillways, and outlet works systems using one- and two-dimensional modeling approaches.
• Conduct dam breach analyses using one- and two-dimensional hydraulic modeling approaches and prepare inundation maps.
• Support dam engineering activities such as potential failure modes workshops, risk analyses, and emergency action planning.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Perform detailed reviews of technical deliverables prepared by others.
• Communicate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Plan, direct, manage, and supervise small to large scale projects.
• Manage project finances and lead mentoring of junior staff.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering or related field with 12+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Hydrologic, Hydraulic, and/or Water Resources Engineering (preferred).
• Professional Engineer in Colorado (or ability to obtain PE license within 6 months of hire).
• 15+ years of direct experience working on hydrologic and hydraulic aspects of dam projects.
• 10+ years of direct experience managing projects or completing project management activities such as maintaining project budgets, schedules, staffing, quality control, and/or client relations.
• Approved FERC Independent Consultant (IC) or the ability to receive FERC approval to perform Part 12D Inspections.
• Experience performing risk assessments and Potential Failure Mode Analyses (PFMAs) related to dam design, construction, and operation.
• Passion for mentoring junior staff and leadership.
• Experience and demonstrated ability with software applications such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, ESRI ArcMap or ArcPro, AutoDesk AutoCAD Civil 3D & FLOW-3D.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with advanced wastewater treatment solutions.
• Knowledge of flood risk management and coastal modeling.
• Familiarity with sustainable water treatment solutions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absence
• Voluntary benefits
• Perks
• U.S. and global well-being programs
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan