Remote Principal Civil Engineer - Dam and Water Infrastructure

Our client, a world-renowned engineering consultancy with a significant focus on water resource management and infrastructure development, is seeking an exceptional Principal Civil Engineer for a fully remote role. This senior position will play a crucial part in shaping the future of water infrastructure projects, particularly in the design and rehabilitation of dams, reservoirs, and related water conveyance systems. You will lead complex technical challenges, provide expert guidance to project teams, and engage directly with key stakeholders.

As a fully remote position, we empower our engineers with the autonomy and resources to excel from anywhere. We are looking for a visionary leader with a deep understanding of civil engineering principles related to large-scale water infrastructure, committed to delivering sustainable and resilient solutions.

• Provide technical leadership and expert consultation on the design, analysis, construction, and rehabilitation of dams, spillways, reservoirs, and associated water infrastructure.
• Lead the development of complex hydrological and hydraulic studies, geotechnical investigations, and structural assessments for water projects.
• Manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently, ensuring technical excellence, timely delivery, and adherence to budget.
• Develop and review detailed design reports, specifications, drawings, and tender documents.
• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation within the remote team.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure project success and build strong relationships.
• Stay at the forefront of advancements in dam engineering, geotechnical principles, and relevant technologies, integrating them into project approaches.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards, safety regulations, and environmental best practices.
• Contribute significantly to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client engagement.
• Represent the company's technical expertise in forums and conferences as required.

• A Master's degree or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, specializing in Water Resources, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering relevant to dam design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is mandatory.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with at least 10 years focused specifically on the design, analysis, and management of dams and large water infrastructure projects.
• Extensive experience with dam instrumentation, monitoring, and performance evaluation.
• Proven expertise in numerical modeling for dam stability, seepage analysis, and seismic design.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant design codes and guidelines (e.g., ANCOLD, US , relevant SANS standards).
• Exceptional leadership, project management, and client-facing skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, suitable for remote collaboration and high-level stakeholder interaction.
• Ability to work autonomously with a high degree of initiative and self-discipline in a remote setting.
• Experience in dam safety reviews and risk assessments is highly desirable.

This fully remote position offers an exceptional compensation package, including a competitive base salary, significant performance bonuses, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and retirement plan options. Our client is committed to fostering a flexible and empowering work environment, providing the necessary tools and support for remote professionals to excel. You will have the opportunity to work on world-class projects, contribute to critical infrastructure, and shape your career path within a leading global organization, all from your chosen location.