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Senior Project Manager – Technical Leader, Dams and Levees
Freese and Nichols. Lead large, complex dam and levee projects from planning through construction .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in dam and levee engineering, including design, rehabilitation, and risk assessment, while effectively managing complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams. Strong ability to cultivate client relationships and lead business development efforts in the Southeast region.
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Dam And Levee EngineeringProject ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseTechnical WritingClient Relationship Management
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Hard Skills
Dam DesignLevee RehabilitationRisk AssessmentHydraulic Structures EngineeringMulti-Disciplinary Team Leadership
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsMentoring
Certifications & Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseMaster’s Degree In EngineeringMaster’s Degree In Business Management
Industry Keywords
Dam SafetyWater ResourcesRegulatory AgenciesTechnical StrategyQuality Assurance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead large, complex dam and levee projects from planning through construction
- Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality across multi-office teams
- Serve as a technical expert in dam and levee engineering, including design, rehabilitation, and risk assessment
- Guide technical strategy, innovation, and quality assurance across projects
- Supervise and mentor engineers, designers, and technicians
- Cultivate strong client relationships and lead business development efforts
- Collaborate with regional and national leaders to grow the dam and levee practice in the Southeast
- Represent the firm in industry forums, technical committees, and conferences
Requirements
What you’ll need- 15+ years of experience in engineering of dams, levees, and hydraulic structures
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Proven track record of leading complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated success in mentoring staff and growing technical practices
- Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Management (preferred)
- Experience with regional clients and regulatory agencies in the Southeast U.S. (preferred)
- Active participation in professional organizations related to dam safety and water resources (preferred)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid overtime for salaried employees
- Annual bonus
- Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina
- Flexible work environment
- Hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work