Senior Dam Safety Engineer/Project Manager

Company:  Schnabel Engineering
Location: Boise
Closing Date: 09/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

DescriptionSchnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in dam, geotechnical, geostructural, and tunnel engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live, and work are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 00+ employees in 28 offices throughout the United States.Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.Benefit options include:Medical insuranceDental insuranceFlexible spending accountsEmployee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)Short-term disability (100% company-paid)Long-term disabilitySupplemental life insurance401(k) and profit-sharing planEmployee stock ownership plan (ESOP)Bonus programPaid time off9 Paid HolidaysWellness programProfessional development and tuition reimbursementJob Description:Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. Our Boise, Idaho, office is seeking a senior dam safety engineer / project manager to support our engineering group. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong multi-disciplinary team.The Boise office of Schnabel focuses on the evaluation and design of dams, structures, and facilities within our dams engineering group, as well as support of Schnabel’s geotechnical business unit with a focus on transportation and geotechnical projects in Idaho and nationwide. Example projects include inspection, evaluation, and design of dams and spillways; dam safety risk assessments; and design of fish hatcheries, surface water intakes, pump stations, outlet works, pipelines, and fabricated gates and valves for projects located across the United States.Job Responsibilities:Analyze and design components related to dams and water infrastructure, including scoping and leading engineering evaluation and design tasks in one’s specific area of technical expertise.Preparation of reports, plans, and specifications.Participate in risk assessments for dams and hydraulic structures.Perform inspections of dams and hydraulic structures and collect data and measurements in the field.Assist in the preparation of complete engineering plans and specifications to be part of construction documents.Work as a team member within the Boise office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.Develop and maintain a group of relationship-oriented clients that provide a continuous source of work for the firm.Assist in negotiation of service area contracts and large engineering contracts for the firm.Work with business development and branch staff to effectively respond to requests for proposals or presentation of qualifications in other forums.Perform management duties related to obtaining signed contracts, verification of time sheets, reviewing and approving invoices, developing, and tracking project schedules and budgets.Manage projects through investigation, design, and construction.Manage and mentor junior engineers, commensurate with experience level.Periodic travel will be required.Required Skills/Experience:A bachelor's degree focused in civil engineering, from an ABET-accredited institution is required. Candidates with a master's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering is preferred, but not required.8-15+ years of relevant work experience in Geotechnical, Structural Engineering, or Water Resources is requiredA Professional Engineering licenseConstruction management experience on large projects involving tunnels, dams, or other heavy civil components, with increasing level of responsibilityAbility to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outsideWillingness and ability to perform field work and travel. There is an opportunity for field inspection assignments associated with this opening for candidates with relevant qualificationsA strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high levelExcellent communication skillsA positive attitudeOther Requirements:Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, credit check.Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screeningThe compensation range for a Senior Engineer/Project Manager is between $73,202 to $133,355. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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