Job Description
Technical/Professional Expertise

• Lead the technical design and analysis of dam projects from conceptual to detailed stages.
• Conduct dam safety inspections and assessments.
• Provide construction support, provide quality assurance during construction and manage design teams.
• Prepare and evaluate tenders and proposals.
• Develop and maintain high standards of engineering practice.

Client Engagement

• Establish and maintain robust client relationships.
• Understand, respond to and initiate solutions for client needs and challenges.
• Participate in business development and client feedback processes.

Financial/Project Management

• Manage the financial aspects of projects.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget and scope.
• Oversee project teams, ensuring compliance with company and world standards.
• Assists in the preparation of bids.

Leadership

• Mentor and support the professional development of junior engineers.
• Lead by example in adherence to AECOM, SANCOLD and ICOLD core values and safety standards.
• Contribute to recruitment and training initiatives.
• Engages with clients to build and maintain relationships.

Skills

• Strong leadership, organising of work and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrate working constructively in a team.

Knowledge

• Proficient in relevant engineering software and Microsoft Office.
• Up-to-date with industry standards and innovations in dam engineering.

Essential Performance Criteria

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Client-focused with a professional demeanour.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering or related field.

Additional Information

• 8 to 12 years of relevant dam or hydropower experience, with a focus on dam engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
• Experience in the Approved Professional Person Team or the Approved Professional Engineer will be a bonus.
• Experience as construction supervision applying dam engineering principles will also be a bonus.