Senior Dam Engineer

Qualifications and Skills

• A formal engineering qualification (Bachelors Degree, Masters).
• Ideally, a Chartered Engineer with experience in the fields of dam and reservoir engineering.
• Strong technical experience in structural, hydraulic or geotechnical engineering as applied to the management and design of dams and reservoirs and their associated hydraulic structures.
• Knowledge of relevant codes, standards and guidance documents, and an appreciation of current developments.
• Track record of delivery of successful projects and the ability to support winning tenders.
• Ability to identify and employ innovation and leading-edge technologies to meet client needs.
• Willingness to travel and a valid driving licence.
• Work as part of a team to suggest improvements which will benefit our clients.
• Strong quantitative, client focused writing, communication and analytical skills.
• High proficiency in MS office applications, include Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• A knowledge of AutoCAD would be useful.

• The successful candidate will already have significant experience of dam engineering and may already have received some formal accreditation.
• Lead projects within a framework of water industry, dam engineering and hydropower within the UK and internationally.
• Provide technical direction to project teams, including studies, design, performance monitoring for all types of dams and hydraulic structures.
• Use appropriate software to provide advice, solutions and successful outcomes for our clients.
• Build relationships within the industry and wider our clients Water power and Dams community.
• Assist others in business development, bid preparation and securing a sustainable pipeline of work.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced members within the team.
• Mentoring with a route to become a member of the All Reservoir Panel for the right candidate.