What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Water Resource Engineer - Dams Specialist position at Cogent Talent Solutions?
Our client is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality water resources and infrastructure projects. With offices in San Antonio, TX, and Easton, PA, we specialize in dam design, rehabilitation, and safety evaluations, along with other water-related infrastructure projects.
They are seeking a highly experienced and self-sufficient Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead and grow their Easton, PA office. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role, taking over an existing portfolio of dam projects while also driving business development and expanding our presence in the region.
\n- Lead and manage the Easton, PA office with oversight from company leadership based in San Antonio.
- Take over and manage ongoing dam-related projects, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
- Develop new business opportunities in dam safety, rehabilitation, and water resources.
- Serve as the primary technical expert for dam-related projects, including inspections, design, permitting, and compliance.
- Maintain and build relationships with local and regional clients, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.
- Provide mentorship and leadership for the Easton office team.
- Handle basic office management duties with support from the San Antonio administrative staff.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in water resources engineering, with a strong focus on dams (design, rehabilitation, safety inspections, permitting, and compliance).
- Proven ability to manage projects from inception to completion, including client interactions, budgets, and regulatory approvals.
- Experience in business development and client relationship management within the engineering sector.
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to operate autonomously while aligning with company goals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Other Requirements
· Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally for site visits or client meetings as needed.
· Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and navigate construction sites.
· Ability to lift and carry inspection equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities. This position requires regular talking and hearing, frequent use of hands for handling objects or tools, and occasional standing, walking, sitting, and reaching. Vision requirements include close, distance, and adjustable focus. The work environment has low to moderate noise levels.
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Salary : $100,000 - $115,000
