Company Description

　　At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

　　We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

　　Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

　　Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

　　Job Description

　　Our Team

　　With more than 85 years in the industry, AECOM is recognised as an expert in dam and reservoir engineering, having worked on tens of thousands of dams and water resources projects around the globe. We offer solutions in every facet of dam engineering from planning and feasibility through design and construction, commissioning, operation, ongoing dam safety monitoring, maintenance, rehabilitation, and decommissioning.

　　We have over 30 specialist Dams & Reservoirs Engineers based across our key Water Resources teams in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dublin and Leeds. These skills are supplemented by support teams comprising specialists in Geotechnics, Hydrology & Hydraulics, Structures, H&S, Environment, Data and Project Management.

　　Building on a relationship spanning more than 10 years, AECOM continue to be a key framework consultant for Scottish Water ensuring compliance with the Reservoirs (Scotland) Act 2011 and delivering asset management services for over 280 reservoirs, including provision of panel engineers, inspection and supervision, design of remedial works and of new dam structures. AECOM has also been the main provider of Dam Engineering Services to NI Water for approximately 50 years and is also actively providing Reservoir Engineering Services to Irish Water.

　　In addition, we provide Reservoir Engineering Services to many Local Councils, Enforcement Authorities and multiple private owners. AECOM also have a global presence with key hubs in the USA, Africa and India and we have designed and supervised the construction of multiple large dams across the globe.

　　Based out of any of our UK offices you we will offer you a strong pipeline of challenging projects with the potential to work on international assignments should this be of interest. There will also be an opportunity to build a strong team for the future by helping to mentor our developing engineers working towards panel appointments.

　　About you

　　You will be an experienced reservoir engineer with proven industry experience. You will be able to successfully demonstrate your skills in developing, leading and working within teams to deliver challenging dams and reservoirs projects. You will be a member of the Supervising Engineer Panel under the Reservoirs Act, preferably for all 4 nations.

　　It is expected that you will become one of the key technical experts in our Dams and Reservoir teams and will provide your expertise and leadership to support our global D&R and Hydro teams in existing projects and future opportunities as they are presented. Succession planning is key to the future success of AECOMs D&R team, and as a new ARPE it's expected you will take an active role in facilitating this.

　　The Role

　　The role of the Associate Director is to provide technical leadership in the delivery of the design of new reservoirs and remedial work together with and inspection, investigation or design work for any related activities on reservoirs that fall within the scope of reservoir safety legislation. You will also be allocated a number of reservoirs to supervise under the Act.

　　The role will include ensuring the compliance by AECOM as required for the Reservoir Safety Legislation; signing of any necessary Certifications; performing any roles as required by the legislation for which AECOM are appointed by the Client; agreement on the technical approach/solution for the project and that it is appropriate to meet the Client’s requirements; review of project technical risks and ensuring any project mitigation measures are in place to address the technical risk.

　　The role of Associate Director for Dams projects can be complex in nature and technical content. Projects include a minimum level of expertise in Hydrology, Hydraulics, Geotechnical, Structural Engineering as well as other Stakeholder and project delivery experience.

　　Qualifications

　　A member of the Supervising Engineer Reservoirs Panel as appointed for all jurisdictions in the UK.

　　Have significant and up to date experience in Dams and Reservoir engineering work:

　　Inspection and reporting requirements and processes,

　　Legislation application in all geographies,

　　Geotechnical, hydraulic and hydrological understanding for catchment assessments,

　　Understanding of embankment and concrete dam construction elements, cut-off, grouting, slope stability, structural concrete design, impounding and non-impounding structures, draw-off towers, pipework and valves, spillweirs and spillway channels, physical and CFD modelling and other risk assessment techniques such as QRA. 

　　The individual will have substantial experience in water, river/hydraulic civil engineering and geotechnical works with specific experience in a variety of the above topics in respect of dams.

　　Involvement with BDS and other ICOLD or other activities to demonstrate interest in up-to-date awareness in applicable subject matter and developments. 

　　Support the development of other interested staff in the development of their experience and capabilities and application as appropriate for relevant Reservoir Panels.

　　Be interested in and prepared to support wider D&R and Hydro global opportunities as they are presented.

　　Additional Information

　　We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

　　You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

　　We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

　　We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

　　When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

　　About AECOM

　　AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

　　Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

　　You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

　　You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

　　AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

　　Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

　　All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

　　ReqID: REF20909K

　　Business Line: Water

　　Business Group: DCS

　　Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India

　　Career Area: Engineering

　　Work Location Model: Hybrid