Principal Geotechnical Dam Safety Engineer

AECOM  is seeking a highly talented Principal Geotechnical Dam Safety Engineer to join the East Region Dams Team. This position will support a variety Dam Safety Engineering projects across the East Region.  The successful candidate will join the  ENR consistently ranked #1 Dams and Reservoirs firm  and have access to exciting career advancement opportunities.  This position will report to one of the AECOM offices in the East Region including but not limited to Atlanta Georgia; Buffalo New York; Charlotte North Carolina; Conshohocken Pennsylvania; Germantown Maryland; Franklin Tennessee; or Tampa Florida.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Project management of multidisciplinary teams and the engagement of AECOMs operations / finance teams including client management contract management planning and execution and financial management of dam engineering projects.
• Provide senior technical support for projects including seepage and slope stability analyses filter and drain design Potential Failure Mode Analyses (participate and / or facilitate) Semi-Quantitative Risk Assessments site inspection construction observation and regulatory compliance activities associated with a variety of hydraulic structures.
• Prepare and perform quality reviews of other Engineers work on deliverables such design calculations engineering reports construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Perform engineering estimates for cost and project schedules.
• Responsible for quality control and serve as Lead Verifier following AECOM Quality Control policies and procedures.
• Mentoring and technical development of junior staff supporting them to achieve technical success.  The candidate should have a high level of technical expertise and experience in supervising and training staff in geotechnical analyses.
• Perform as Capture Manager for new opportunities including business development pre-positioning and the preparation of proposals.
• Collaborate with technical leads in our Dam Engineering Practice with staff located throughout AECOM.
• Client facing role with ownership and responsibility for the successful delivery of dam engineering projects and programs including business development for new and existing clients.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel for project work part time as needed.

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options  well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

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What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Construction Inspection,Business Development,GIS,Geotechnical Engineering,Communication skills,Construction Experience,Data Collection,Project Management,Project Planning,Autocad,Horizontal Drilling,Writing Skills

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1