Technical Manager - Structural Engineering (Dams) - USA
Technical Manager - Structural Engineering (Dams) - Remote, USA
- Location: Remote (USA)
- Sector: Dams & Heavy Civil Infrastructure
- Travel: Project-related travel as required
- Employment Type: Full-time
Overview
We are partnering with a leading engineering consultancy to identify a Technical Manager - Structural Engineering to support and lead complex projects across dams, hydraulic structures, and waterfront infrastructure.
This is a senior-level opportunity for a structural engineering professional with deep technical expertise and leadership capability, looking to play a key role in design delivery, team development, and project execution across high-profile infrastructure programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead structural design and technical delivery for dams, waterfront, and heavy civil infrastructure projects
- Oversee structural investigations, analysis, design, and construction-phase engineering
- Manage and develop structural engineering teams, supporting performance and growth
- Conduct and review structural inspections and field assessments across project sites
- Prepare and review:
- Design calculations
- Technical reports
- Construction drawings and specifications
- Develop design concepts, methodologies, and alternative solutions, including constructability reviews
- Ensure QA/QC compliance and contribute to value engineering processes
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support on-time, on-budget delivery
Core Technical Scope
Projects will include the analysis and design of:
- Dams and appurtenant hydraulic structures (intakes, outlet works, conveyance systems)
- Waterfront structures (bulkheads, piers, marine infrastructure)
- Heavy civil structures, including:
- Cofferdams and shoring systems
- Earth-retaining structures
- Foundations (shallow, mat, pile caps)
- Industrial and operational structures (pump houses, control buildings, powerhouse facilities)
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 15+ years' experience in structural engineering, with a focus on dams, waterfront, or heavy civil infrastructure
- Strong expertise in:
- Reinforced concrete and steel structures
- Waterfront and marine structures
- Temporary works (cofferdams, shoring systems)
- Proficiency with finite element analysis tools (e.g., STAAD, GT STRUDL or similar)
- Experience using engineering software such as MathCAD, Enercalc, or equivalent
- Strong understanding of US design codes, standards, and dam safety guidelines
- Proven ability to lead teams and deliver complex engineering projects
Desirable Experience
- QA/QC review leadership on structural designs
- Preparation of cost proposals across different delivery models
- Experience with:
- Gravity dams, retaining walls, gatehouses, outlet works
- Post-tensioned anchor systems
- Familiarity with guidance from agencies such as:
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Bureau of Reclamation
- Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Candidate Profile
- Strong communicator, able to clearly present complex technical information
- Collaborative, with experience working across multi-disciplinary teams
- Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality designs on time and within budget
- Engaged with industry bodies and technical communities
Opportunity
This role offers the chance to:
- Lead and shape major infrastructure and dam safety projects
- Work on technically challenging and high-impact engineering programmes
- Influence both technical standards and team development
- Contribute to the advancement of resilient and sustainable infrastructure solutions
Compensation
Dependent on location, experience, and qualifications, plus additional benefits and incentives.
Application
If this opportunity aligns with your background, please apply with your CV and supporting documentation.
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Technical Manager - Structural Engineering (Dams) - USA
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