At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative dam and reservoir projects while ensuring technical excellence and safety.
- Company: Renowned engineering firm with a focus on sustainable water infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and the chance to mentor future engineers.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing dam safety and resilience.
- Why this job: Shape industry standards and make a real impact on vital infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Proven expertise in geotechnical engineering and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Overview Due to an expanding project portfolio, we are seeking an exceptional Chief Geotechnical Engineer to lead our technical capability in dams, reservoirs and embankment engineering.
This is a high-profile leadership role for a recognised industry expert who can provide strategic direction, technical assurance and thought leadership across a diverse portfolio of complex dam and reservoir projects.
Some of our flagship projects include Fens, Lincs, Broad Oak and Havant Thicket reservoirs.
As the organisation's technical authority for dam and reservoir engineering, you will support major infrastructure programmes throughout the UK and internationally.
Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, regulators and industry stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in advancing dam safety, resilience and sustainable water infrastructure.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape technical standards, influence industry best practice, drive business growth and mentor the next generation of dam and geotechnical engineering professionals.
Success in this role will be measured through: Maintaining the highest standards of technical quality and dam safety.
Strengthening technical governance and reducing technical risk.
Delivering business growth, profitability and market expansion.
Building strong relationships with clients, regulators and industry stakeholders.
Developing high-performing engineering teams and future technical leaders.
Enhancing the organisation's reputation as a trusted industry leader in dam safety and reservoir resilience.
Your role As Chief Geotechnical Engineer, you will provide leadership across technical excellence, business growth, project delivery, client engagement and capability development.
Technical Leadership
Chief Geotechnical Engineer - Dams & Reservoirs employer: AtkinsRéalis Group
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