Senior Project Manager & Technical Leader - Dams and Levees

Freese and Nichols • Raleigh, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced civil engineer to serve as a Senior Project Manager and Technical Leader in the field of water resources and heavy civil infrastructure, with a specialized focus on dams, levees, and hydraulic structures. This position is ideal for a professional with 15+ years of experience who is passionate about leading complex projects, mentoring staff, and advancing technical excellence across the Southeast United States, including North Carolina, Georgia, and surrounding states.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in engineering of dams, levees, and hydraulic structures.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proven track record of leading complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated success in mentoring staff and growing technical practices.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Management.
• Experience with regional clients and regulatory agencies in the Southeast U.S.
• Active participation in professional organizations related to dam safety and water resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, complex dam and levee projects from planning through construction.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality across multi-office teams.
• Serve as a technical expert in dam and levee engineering, including design, rehabilitation, and risk assessment.
• Guide technical strategy, innovation, and quality assurance across projects.
• Supervise and mentor engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Cultivate strong client relationships and lead business development efforts.
• Collaborate with regional and national leaders to grow the dam and levee practice in the Southeast.
• Represent the firm in industry forums, technical committees, and conferences.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• paid overtime for salaried employees
• annual bonus
• access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico
• flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work
• alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees