Senior Civil Engineer - Dams​/Reservoirs

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

The UK is entering a once-in-a-generation era of reservoir development. From major Strategic Resource Option (SRO) schemes to pumped storage hydro projects, the judgements made today will shape water security, sustainability and resilience for decades to come.

As an experienced dams and reservoirs professional
, you'll be at the forefront of that transformation.

Joining our Water Catchment Management team, you'll help deliver high-profile projects that protect communities, safeguard critical infrastructure and support the UK's future water needs.

You’ll play a key role in developing innovative reservoir engineering solutions across the full asset lifecycle, from feasibility and appraisal through to detailed design, statutory inspections, remediation and dam discontinuance.

This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on some of the UK's most important water infrastructure projects.

• The opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant dam, reservoir and water-resource projects
• Exposure to landmark SRO reservoirs, pumped storage hydro developments and major asset investment programmes
• The chance to lead technical delivery and influence project outcomes from concept to construction
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where your expertise is valued and your ideas are heard
• Access to our UK Centre of Excellence and a global network of 400+ specialist reservoir engineers
• Opportunities to mentor, develop and inspire the next generation of engineers
• Flexible working arrangements that support your lifestyle and wellbeing
• Clear pathways for technical and professional progression within a growing business

• Compensation that reflects your skills and experience
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• 24 days annual leave plus the option to buy up to 10 additional days
• Enhanced pension contributions of up to 10%
• Private medical cover and Digital GP access
• Enhanced parental leave and family support programmes
• Employee Networks:
  We have a commitment to hiring a diverse workforce and supporting colleagues of different backgrounds
• Income protection for long-term financial security
• Access to wellbeing support, including Calm and Daily Burn
• Professional memberships funded and ongoing development opportunities
• Paid volunteering time, matched charity funding, and community engagement programmes

Due to continued growth and increasing demand across the water sector, we're creating new opportunities within our established Dams & Reservoirs team
.

Working alongside many of the UK's principal reservoir owners, including the Environment Agency, United Utilities, Northumbrian Water, Thames Water and Welsh Water, you'll contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from statutory reservoir inspections and remedial works to the design and delivery of major new dam infrastructure.

You’ll collaborate with specialists across hydrology, geotechnics, hydraulics, structures and environmental disciplines, bringing together expertise to develop innovative, sustainable solutions.

• Delivering dam and reservoir engineering appraisal and design projects
• Supporting schemes from pre-feasibility through to detailed design
• Providing technical leadership across project work packages
• Mentoring and supporting the development of engineers and technical professionals
• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex…