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Lead Dam Safety Engineer - SME

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Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage the dam safety program for the SFWMD for multiple high-hazard reservoirs Perform dam safety evaluations Perform geotechnical evaluation of earthen dams (large and small),

Requirements Summary

None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years,

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Responsibilities

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    Develop and manage the dam safety program for the SFWMD for multiple high-hazard reservoirs

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    Perform dam safety evaluations

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    Perform geotechnical evaluation of earthen dams (large and small), as well as civil works projects

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    Develop geotechnical monitoring and testing programs as well as analysis of results

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    Lead technical discussions with regulators and clients as well as at public meetings

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    Train others in dam safety field observations, field data collection, and lead dam safety tabletop exercises.

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    Work with the SFWMD Emergency Manager in administration of the Dam Safety program.

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    Technical writing for project documents, as well as review of other engineers’ technical writing

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    Technical guidance and mentoring for other engineers and modelers in their project work and professional development

  • BS in civil or geotechnical engineering, or other appropriate field (MS preferred) and 20+ years of related work experience is required for this role.

  • Registered as a Professional Engineer in Florida

  • FERC Part 12 Inspector Certification, or ability to obtain Certification quickly, is required for this role.

  • Knowledge of USACE Dam Safety Policies

  • Familiarity with federal and state dam safety standards/guidelines 

  • Training and/or experience in risk-based analysis desired

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice to Have

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  • Strong preference for significant experience within the following areas: Project management, Geotechnical engineering related to dams and water retaining structures. Dam safety evaluations and design, Development, implementation, and evaluation of geotechnical investigation, testing, and monitoring programs, Client interaction and staff mentoring.

  • Experience with other aspects of dam safety, such as grouting repairs, hydrology/hydraulics, and/or structural engineering is also a plus

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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Lead Dam Safety Engineer - SME