AssociateAssociate Director Dams and Reservoirs Engineer(National)

Help shape the future of dam and reservoir safety in the UK.

AtkinsRéalis is at the forefront of some of the UKs most significant dam reservoir and hydraulic structures projects helping clients manage ageing assets improve resilience deliver nationally important new reservoirs and address the challenges of climate change.

We are looking for an experienced Associate or Associate Director to join our growing Dams Reservoirs & Hydraulic Structures discipline within our Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice. This is an opportunity to take a key role in solving complex technical challenges contributing to some of the UKs highest-profile reservoir safety and water resource projects such as Lincolnshire Fens Broad Oak and Havant Thicket reservoirs.

Youll have the opportunity to contribute to nationally significant water resource energy and reservoir safety projects including new strategic reservoir developments reservoir safety improvement works dam risk and asset management programmes and hydraulic structures projects for major UK clients including Thames Water South East Water Dwr Cymru Welsh Water Drax Power SSE and the Environment Agency.

This role offers the opportunity to lead technical approaches challenge established thinking and help shape solutions to some of the sectors most complex dam reservoir safety and hydraulic structures challenges. Youll join one of the UKs leading dams and reservoir engineering teams bringing together expertise in dam engineering reservoir safety hydraulics geotechnics civil engineering asset management and risk assessment.

As a key member of our team youll play a vital role in solving complex multidisciplinary reservoir safety and hydraulic structure challenges integrating your growing skills with a range of specialist disciplines to deliver high-quality dam reservoir and hydraulic structure outcomes. Were committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project and asset lifecycle adding value through advisory design and construction-phase support.

Whether youre honing your business skills or working towards a future Panel Engineer appointment youll be supported to broaden your expertise grow your professional profile and take on increasing leadership responsibilities.

Become part of a team where every voice matters and together we can tackle our clients toughest challenges. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent thrives without boundaries. For us collaboration isnt a buzzword. We value the different perspectives our people bring and recognise everyone for their contributions equally.

We also know that different people have different priorities which is why were here to support you with whatever you need.

We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week being office/site based. This position is based in our Epsom Peterborough Bristol Swansea Manchester or Glasgow offices.

The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge experience and problem-solving skills whilstprovidinggreat opportunities for technical and career development.

As an Associate or Associate Director in our Dams Reservoirs & Hydraulic Structures discipline the successful candidate would have the following responsibilities:

• Lead the development of high-quality project deliverables forreservoirand hydraulic structure aspects ofsingle discipline and complexmulti-disciplinary projects working with the project management team to successfully manage time and budgets to key project requirements.

• Lead teams ofengineers and scientiststo deliver technical design workon complex multi-disciplinaryreservoir and hydraulic structuresprojects following relevant international national and project specific guidance designcodes and standards and to high-quality levels on time and budget.

• Direct the delivery of technical work across multiple projects managing the production of high-quality study reports designs calculations drawings and construction documentation to meet client programme and commercial objectives.

• Provide technical leadership assurance and independent challenge across complex projects evaluating assumptions methodologies and recommendations identifying risks and opportunities and guiding teams towards robust proportionate and effective engineering solutions.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients supporting the delivery of trusted technical advice and high-quality outcomes.

• Provide Technical Leadership within the Dams Reservoirs & Hydraulic Structures discipline and influence D&AT Practice wide initiatives recommending best practices to improve internalprocessand services.

• Grow developand manage theDams Reservoirs and Hydraulic StructuresEngineering capabilitieswithinthe regionaland/ornationalpractice.

• Work independently with guidance in only the most challenging personal judgement to solve difficult problems whereappropriateand provide guidance to junior team members.

• Adviseclient operational project or service activities within project teams and wider D&AT Practice initiatives.

• Manage or collaborate ontechnical aspects ofbid proposals

• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.

The ideal candidate would be a well-roundedand versatile individual who exemplifies the following key skills and attributes:

• A degree inCivilEngineering or equivalent

• CharteredCivilEngineer with an accredited UK institution OR extensive industry experience with a proven track record of delivering value.

• Demonstratesin-depth knowledge and broadexpertiseindams reservoirs and hydraulic structuresengineeringincludinganalysis optioneering and designrelevant to new or existingearth / concrete damsweirs hydraulic structures and their associated pipework culverts scour protection access and accessibility and constructionlogistics.

• Proven ability to lead and significant engineering study or design delivery teams within a consultancy environment including multidisciplinary projects with the ability to interpret wider project requirements integrate inputs across disciplines and guide teams toward successful project outcomes.

• Strong engineering judgement with the ability to critically evaluate technical approaches challenge assumptions and provide authoritative technical direction to achieve robust risk-informed and successful project outcomes.

• Takesbroadperspective toidentifyinnovative solutions challenges the status quo.

• Achieved or willing to work towards Supervising Engineer status.

• Demonstrates exemplary communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.

• Expert knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices including CDM Regulations.

• Experience inthe Water market is essential.

• A proactive highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork andsharedsuccess across projects and the widerAtkinsRéalisD&ATpractice.

• Comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.

Meet some but not all of the criteria Wed still love to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a cover letter letting us know your motivation for applying and highlighting how your skills and experience align with the role.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health wellbeing financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security clearance.

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