Position Details

Type Full-Time

Experience executive

Exp. Years 10+ years

Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Geotechnical or related field)

Category Engineering (Non-Software)

About this role

Lead the dams and hydropower practice in Texas within AECOM's West Region Water group. Drive business development, oversee major dam/hydropower projects, mentor staff, and coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to deliver resilient water infrastructure while aligning with regional growth strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the dams practice and business development in Texas
Develop and grow the dams and hydropower team in Texas
Lead the pursuit of major dam and hydropower projects in Texas
Serve as a program manager, project manager, or technical lead
Lead client-facing activities and build client relationships

Technical Overview

Senior engineering leadership focusing on dam and hydropower project delivery; requires civil/structural/geotechnical expertise, strategic planning, and cross-region collaboration; main tooling includes standard infrastructure engineering practices and proposal development.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior engineering leader with 10+ years of dams/hydropower experience, capable of leading a Texas-based practice, driving business development, and mentoring teams across geographies.

Must-Have Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering10 years of experience2 years of leadership

Nice-to-Have Skills

Master's in EngineeringDoctorate in Engineering5 years of experience leading projectsclient accountsor business development initiativesParticipation in USSDASDSO or related industry organizationsTravel willingness

Tools & Platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Required Skills

Civil engineeringDamsHydropowerGeotechnical engineeringStructural engineeringWater resourcesProject managementProgram managementStaff recruitmentProposal developmentLeadershipClient relationship managementBusiness developmentTravel

Hard Skills

DamsHydropowerCivil EngineeringStructural EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringWater ResourcesProject ManagementProgram ManagementStaff RecruitmentProposal DevelopmentLeadershipTechnical LeadershipStrategic PlanningMarket TrendsMulti-disciplinary Team LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentTravel

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeamworkStrategic ThinkingClient Relationship ManagementMentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityDecision Making

Industry & Role

Industry Consulting

Job Function Lead the dams and hydropower practice for the Texas region, driving growth and project delivery

Role Subtype dams engineering leader

Clearance & Visa

Visa Sponsorship No

Keywords for Your Resume

AVPDamsDams EngineeringHydropowerEngineering Practice LeaderTexasWest RegionWater Business LineBusiness DevelopmentPursuitProposalsProposal DevelopmentLeadershipProgram ManagerProject ManagerTechnical LeadStaff RecruitmentRecruitmentMarket TrendsUSSDASDSOCivil Engineering

Deal Breakers

Bachelor's degree in engineering required, 10+ years of experience, 2 years of leadership, Sponsorship not offered, Must be based in Texas

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