Senior Civil / Flooding & Drainage Engineer

Vacancy IntroAre you passionate about making a positive impact on the planet? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to combating the pressing challenges of climate change? Look no further! We are Royal HaskoningDHV and we are on a mission to create a sustainable and resilient future for generations to come. We firmly believe that the time for action is now, and we are actively seeking talented individuals like you to join us in this crucial fight against climate change. Now is the time to join Royal HaskoningDHV! We have a strong and growing pipeline of projects, including some high-profile maritime engineering projects in Australia and the Pacific region. We need your expertise to help us execute our client’s vision.What will you doCore Activities The core activities of the Senior Civil / Water Resources Engineer’s role are as follows:Understand our clients - their needs and how to solve their problems.Able to project manage projects technically and commerciallyProvide advice and solutions to our clientsMaintain up to date market knowledge for yourself and the wider team.Build and maintain a network of internal and external clients. Lead contract negotiations with clients to generate work for self and others.Technical Activities As an experienced Civil and water resources engineer, your tasks will be as follows: Provide technical direction supervision and reviews of flooding and drainage modelling and engineering assignmentsDevelop local technical systems and standards.Supervise and instruct junior staff in technical modelling assessment and design works as well as assist in professional development.Checking and reviewing deliverables to ensure high quality.Prepare commercial, technical and financial proposals to undertake Flood and Stormwater Modelling and Design projectsPrepare work plans/programmes for resources and scheduling to complete project on time and on budget.Conduct appropriate investigations, studies, analyses, concept design and documentation and recommend actions.Provide high level technical advice to engineers and scientists from other disciplines. Business Development and Account Management Develop new business for the Rivers and Water Management team and other parts of the Haskoning Australia business (i.e. winning work for yourself and others), through interaction with clients including strong face to face engagement.To manage and run a number of high profile client accounts in our key sectors. You will be expected to maximize the market value from these clients through constant account management techniques.Build and maintain a high level of client relations also at a strategic/decision making level.Mentor and share knowledge internally and keep up to date on all new ways of working. Where you will workAt Royal HaskoningDHV we are an independent consultancy firm which integrates 140 years of engineering expertise with digital technologies and software solutions. Backed by the expertise of almost 6,000 colleagues working from offices in more than 25 countries across the world, we are helping organizations turn local and global issues related to the built environment into opportunities and make the transition to smart and sustainable operations. It is our mission to “Enhance Society Together”. We aim to make a positive impact on businesses, communities, and the environment in all our projects. What you bringHighly effective technical and practical scientific and engineering skills in the relevant disciplinesHave experience in and have recently completed Flood Impact Assessments (particularly using the TUFLOW software programme), Drainage system analysis and design (DRAINS / MUSIC), input in these technical disciplines in larger multi-disciplinary projectsProvide direction and advice on technical matters, teaches, mentors others in the teamOutward (market) lookingTakes ownership and demonstrates leadershipAble to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely workExcellent oral and written communication skillsConfident and personableTeam PlayerIndependent thinkerGood organisational skillsEssential: Civil / Environmental Engineering DegreeDesirable: Post graduate qualifications / specialisationWhat we offer youAn opportunity to be part of a company that aims to enhance society together through our people, expertise, partnerships, and innovationsA flexible work-from-home policy and flexibility in determining, for example, your working hoursa laptop and company mobile phonelifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunitiesAn Employee Assistance Program, Royal HaskoningDHV Australia is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We have a clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences. We recognize that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve