Senior Civil Reservoir Engineer

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Are you ready to support a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the water industry?

Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Senior Civil Reservoir Engineer in our rapidly growing Belfast office – whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model. You will help to deliver industry-leading reservoir and dam projects across the UK and further afield, from safety upgrades to new storage and resilience schemes.

At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of water programmes and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients. These include Northern Ireland Water, Uisce Éireann and Scottish Water. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience, receive expert mentorship, and the opportunity to shape the future of water resource management. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to lead a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency.

Here’s what you’ll do

Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 600 experts across the UK & Ireland, including your immediate team of over thirty UK based reservoir engineers. Collaborate with top-tier engineers and consultants to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, we want to hear from you! Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!

Thrive with us.

You’ll flourish in our inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued - and l et's not forget the perks! You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits you. We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re more than happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, and delivery of reservoir and dam projects, including embankments, spillways, outlet works, dam raising, and remediation works.; Provide technical leadership for feasibility studies, options appraisals, outline and detailed design, and construction support.; Undertake and review dam safety assessments, hydrology studies, flood routing, drawdown assessments, and dam breach analyses.; Prepare high-quality technical reports, specifications, drawings, and design documentation.; Coordinate with Panel Engineers, regulators, water companies, contractors, and lead site inspections, investigations, and asset condition assessments.; Support bids and proposals, mentor junior engineers, champion sustainability initiatives, and engage in continuous professional development.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.; Experience in reservoir engineering, water resource management, or related consultancy roles.; Experience in leading projects and managing client relationships.