Overview
In this role you will design, assess and ensure the safety of concrete and embankment dams and related water infrastructure. You will deliver dam projects across the full lifecycle, from feasibility to construction support, while mentoring junior engineers. You will build strong client and regulator relationships and contribute to proposals and business development. This position offers growth in technical leadership within a collaborative, hybrid work environment.
Pay / Benefits
- hybrid work arrangements
- focus on well-being and flexibility
- diverse and inclusive culture
- career development and training
- equal opportunity employer
Responsibilities
- Design, assessment and safety evaluation of concrete and embankment dams, spillways, outlet works and related water infrastructure
- Delivery of dam projects across feasibility, concept, detailed design and construction support
- Dam safety surveillance, risk assessments and mitigation planning for major dam owners
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams with geotechnical, structural, hydraulic and environmental specialists
- Build client, regulator and stakeholder relationships and contribute to proposals and business development
- Manage project budgets, schedules and delivery outcomes; mentor junior engineers and support capability growth
Key requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; 7+ years in dams engineering
- Experience in design, assessment and delivery of dams and related water infrastructure projects
- Proven ability to take projects from concept through detailed design to construction close-out
- Strong understanding of ANCOLD guidelines, dam safety principles and relevant standards
- Excellent project management, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams; Chartered status or progress towards Chartership highly regarded
- Excellent communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Mentoring and leadership
- Dam design and safety assessment
- Concept to detailed design delivery
- Dam safety principles and ANCOLD guidelines
Senior Dams Engineer employer: GHD
At GHD, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises technical excellence and professional growth. As an Engineering Manager in our London office, you'll enjoy flexible hybrid working, access to industry-leading specialists, and clear progression opportunities while leading impactful water and infrastructure projects. Join us to be part of a supportive environment that champions safety, quality, and sustainability, ensuring your career development is at the forefront of our mission to create a sustainable future for our communities.
