Director of Civil Engineering

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Stay updated on changing regulations, guidelines, and industry best practices pertaining to dam safety and environmental compliance.

• Ensure that all dam operations and maintenance procedures comply with applicable regulatory requirements and permit stipulations.

• Develop and manage the implementation of dam safety policies, procedures, and guidelines that align with industry standards and regulatory mandates.

• Participate in and designate Associate CDSEs and DSEs to engage in FERC dam safety inspections, Comprehensive Assessments, and Periodic Inspections.

• Oversee the review of all related reports and STIDs.

• Supervise the dam safety surveillance and performance monitoring program.

• Ensure that Dam Safety Surveillance Monitoring Reports (DSSMRs) highlight performance trends, anomalies, and suggested actions.

• Assist Operations staff in comprehending and applying safe operational practices.

• Support the development of dam safety risk rankings.

• Aid the Operations Team with maintenance deficiencies.

• Collaborate with project consultants, the Operations Team, and regulatory representatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related discipline.

• An advanced degree is preferred.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license/certification with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

• Extensive knowledge of dam safety regulations, guidelines, and industry standards (e.g., FERC, State).

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and external partners.

• Proven leadership abilities with the capacity to inspire and motivate a diverse team of professionals.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Basic understanding of structural, geotechnical, hydrologic, and hydraulic engineering concepts, as well as construction management.

• Familiarity with dam instrumentation, including various types of piezometers, inclinometers, etc.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life, 401(k) Match.

• Eleven paid holidays annually.

• Competitive PTO schedule.

• Time off for volunteering or giving back to your community.

• Access to a company-funded Employee Assistance Program.

• Employee discounts through ADP LifeMart.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Access to training and mentorship for career advancement and personal development.