Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Dams

5w1 month ago

AECOM

Melbourne, AU · Full-time · A$150,000 – A$200,000

About this role

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world through critical infrastructure projects that help people and communities thrive. As the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, we partner with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

AECOM is delivering some of Australia’s most critical water infrastructure projects, with major investment in dam infrastructure and long-term partnerships with dam owners nationwide. You'll contribute to feasibility studies, design, construction and asset management, collaborating with specialists nationally and internationally to develop sustainable water solutions.

As part of our industry leading Dams team, you'll lead and manage embankment dam engineering projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support. You will oversee and interpret geotechnical investigations, ensuring design work aligns with ANCOLD Guidelines and project requirements.

This role offers technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams while maintaining strong client communication. You'll support business growth by leading proposals, contributing to high-quality project delivery and mentoring junior team members, with the opportunity to work on complex and high-impact projects across Australia.

Requirements

Relevant tertiary degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
CPEng and RPEV registration (or equivalent) and proven experience in the dams industry
Proven ability to manage complex dam projects and deliver high-quality outcomes on time
Strong communicator with excellent problem-solving, organisational and commercial skills
Ability to build effective client relationships and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Detail-focused professional who shows initiative and thrives in a deadline-driven environment
Knowledge of ANCOLD Guidelines and experience with embankment dam design and construction

Responsibilities

Lead and manage embankment dam engineering projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support
Oversee and interpret geotechnical investigations and ensure design work aligns with ANCOLD Guidelines and project requirements
Provide technical leadership, review and coordination across multidisciplinary teams while maintaining strong client communication
Support business growth by leading proposals and contributing to high-quality project delivery
Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative, detail-focused work environment
Conduct dam safety reviews, risk assessments, and prepare technical reports and specifications
Manage project budgets, schedules, and commercial outcomes to deliver on time and within scope

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
Volunteer and representation leave
Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better