AECOM

Civil Engineer - Dams and Reservoirs

AECOM

Remote · Full Time

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Any
Salary
Openings
1
Posted
4 hours ago
Work mode
Work from home
Education
Degree in Civil Engineering
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Job description

About the Role

Join a leading global infrastructure consulting firm specializing in the dams and reservoirs sector. The UK water industry is undergoing substantial growth with unprecedented investments in water supply reservoirs and transfer projects. This opportunity is ideal for civil engineers eager to contribute to pivotal reservoir and dam initiatives across the UK and internationally. You will be involved in projects including safety upgrades, hydropower, new storage solutions, and resilience schemes, while benefiting from hands-on experience and expert mentorship within a flexible hybrid working framework.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, plan, and execute reservoir and dam projects involving embankments, spillways, outlet works, dam raising, and remediation.
  • Conduct feasibility studies, option evaluations, detailed and outline designs, alongside construction support.
  • Perform dam safety evaluations, hydrology assessments, flood routing analyses, drawdown studies, and dam breach modeling.
  • Develop high-quality technical documentation including reports, specifications, drawings, and designs.
  • Collaborate effectively with Panel Engineers, regulatory authorities, water utility companies, and contractors.
  • Lead site inspections, investigate conditions, and assess asset status.
  • Contribute to bid preparation, promote sustainability initiatives, and engage in ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
  • Experience within reservoir engineering, river engineering, or water utilities sectors.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and deliver quality results.

Additional Information

The company embraces diversity and inclusion, valuing neurodiversity, and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the recruitment process are provided upon request.

All new hires must complete an in-person onboarding day at an office location as a condition of employment.

About the Company

The employer is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, delivering full lifecycle services from advisory through to construction management. Their Water business in the UK and Ireland includes approximately 600 experts, committed to sustainable dam and reservoir projects with prominent clients. The organization offers a variety of career pathways, including opportunities to become a reservoir Supervising Panel Engineer with relevant support and training provided.

Why Join?

  • Work within a highly respected global brand ranked number one in dams and reservoirs engineering.
  • Participate in impactful, large-scale projects with diverse teams and key clients.
  • Benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements for a healthy work-life balance.
  • Access valuable professional development resources including technical networks, university programs, and volunteering opportunities.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support employee well-being and future growth.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to equal opportunity, disability confident hiring, and maintaining confidentiality aligned with EEO guidelines.

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