Principal Engineer Water Resources

As a Principal Water Resources Engineer your impact will be in providing consultancy and technical services to deliver innovative solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects locally nationally and internationally.

You will be responsible for:

• Technical leadership of projects including full project management responsibilities encompassing client relationship management and project financials.
• Leading business development activities with new and existing clients to support revenue and the strategic direction of the Water Resources team.
• Conducting risk assessments and advising feasible solutions to clients.
• Application of technical fundamentals and flood modelling (hydrologic and hydraulic) and water balance modelling to a range of assessments including:
  • Flooding and Surface Water Impact Assessments;
  • Water quality assessment;
  • Water Management Plans;
  • Erosion and Sediment Control;
  • Watercourse diversion design monitoring and rehabilitation.
• Reviewing and improving technical documentation as required.
• Team mentoring and coaching to support the well-being and development of junior team members.

Qualifications :

Ideally you will have a minimum of 10 years professional experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities and exceptional technical expertise in water resources engineering within a consultancy environment.

You will also have:

• Relevant Tertiary Engineering degree (Civil Environmental Chemical).
• CPEng (or willingness to obtain) high desired.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships develop business and project manage.
• Proven leadership skills and a desire to train guide and mentor less experienced engineers.
• Strong knowledge and application of local standards Australian standards and statutory and regulatory requirements relating to civil design and water management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage stakeholders at all levels.
• Well-rounded critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Additional Information :

The Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• A structured learning and development framework to align with career progression goals.
• Newcastle CBD location with flexible working arrangements including remote working options.
• An inclusive team culture that celebrates performance and rewards accordingly.
• Paid Primary and Secondary Carer Leave Policy reflecting our commitment to work-life balance.
• Support structures like our Employee Assistance Program professional mentoring and buddy program for new starters.
• Opportunities to work on special interest projects.
• Opportunities to work across government private and resource sectors.
• Opportunities to travel for work across multiple offices.
• Great cultural environment where teamwork and camaraderie are promoted and valued.
• Supportive leadership based on openness.

Egis is committed to creating an inclusive creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. We offer generous parental leave support flexible work practices and strive to create an environment where employees can connect collaborate grow and succeed.

We are expanding across Australia and New Zealand and are excited for you to join our growing team.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract