Water Technical Lead

AECO; Santiago; Hybrid; CLP 88,933,000 - 128,458,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Santiago is seeking an experienced Water Technical Lead to drive mining and water projects across Chile. You will direct multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and lead proposals and delivery with a regional focus.

The role requires a strong track record in mining markets, engineering leadership, and business development, with a preference for advanced degrees. Hybrid work arrangement and global collaboration are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree+ 8 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Extensive and proven knowledge of mining markets, trends, and clients.
• Master's (MS) or Doctorate(PhD) in Engineering. Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, or a related field is preferred.
• 15+ years mining industry technical and leadership experience.
• 5years of experience leading projects, client accounts, or business development initiatives.
• Strong reputation in the industry through participation in engineering or mining and water related industry organizations.
• C-level and decision-making stakeholders access
• Ability to broaden other environmental related end markets and to assist in strategy development.
• Agile response to fast paced, complex work environment and organizational change.
• Proven ability to deliver projects and foster collaboration across geographies, disciplines, and business lines.
• Collaborative, hands-on experience and ability to mentor other colleagues

Responsibilities

• Mining and water practice and business development lead with region.
• Serve as a program manager, project manager, or technical lead, directing teams on major mining and water projects and programs. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to the successful completion of the project, focusing on client communication and delivery.
• Lead the pursuit of major mining and water projects in Chile and Latin American markets leading major proposals and engaging with clients.
• Support senior leaders in the development of business strategies for mining and water in these regions based on market trends and identify and pursue opportunities within the business line and adjacent sectors.
• Lead client-facing activities to develop business with existing clients and win work with new clients, build strong relationships with clients, team partners, industry groups, and stakeholders related to the market sector.
• Develop strategies and capture plans for major pursuits, aligning with AECOM’s business development strategies and technical capabilities. Coordinate project opportunities with the Global Mining team, the Global Water team and Growth Lead, and senior project managers within the Environmental and Water Business Lines.
• Maintain regular interaction with clients to ensure satisfaction with AECOM services and engage with project delivery personnel to proactively address client feedback on team performance.
• Coordinate with AECOM's Technical Practice Leads and Division Managers to match team skills with market trends and drive strategic technical leadership hires.

Skills

Mining markets knowledge

Leadership

Business development

Client relations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree + 8 years experience

MS or PhD in Engineering

Job description

• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: URS Chile S A
• Business Line: Water
• Work Location Model: Hybrid

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOMis seeking an experienced and talented Water Technical Lead based in Santiago de Chile.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Mining and water practice and business development lead with region.
• Serve as a program manager, project manager, or technical lead, directing teams on major mining and water projects and programs. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to the successful completion of the project, focusing on client communication and delivery.
• Lead the pursuit of major mining and water projects in Chile and Latin American markets leading major proposals and engaging with clients.
• Support senior leaders in the development of business strategies for mining and water in these regions based on market trends and identify and pursue opportunities within the business line and adjacent sectors.
• Lead client-facing activities to develop business with existing clients and win work with new clients, build strong relationships with clients, team partners, industry groups, and stakeholders related to the market sector.
• Develop strategies and capture plans for major pursuits, aligning with AECOM’s business development strategies and technical capabilities. Coordinate project opportunities with the Global Mining team, the Global Water team and Growth Lead, and senior project managers within the Environmental and Water Business Lines.
• Maintain regular interaction with clients to ensure satisfaction with AECOM services and engage with project delivery personnel to proactively address client feedback on team performance.
• Coordinate with AECOM's Technical Practice Leads and Division Managers to match team skills with market trends and drive strategic technical leadership hires.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree+ 8years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Extensive and proven knowledge of mining markets, trends, and clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's (MS) or Doctorate(PhD) in Engineering. Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, or a related field is preferred.
• 15+ years mining industry technical and leadership experience.
• 5years of experience leading projects, client accounts, or business development initiatives.
• Strong reputation in the industry through participation in engineering or mining and water related industry organizations.
• C-level and decision-making stakeholders access
• Ability to broaden other environmental related end markets and to assist in strategy development.
• Agile response to fast paced, complex work environment and organizational change.
• Proven ability to deliver projects and foster collaboration across geographies, disciplines, and business lines.
• Collaborative, hands-on experience and ability to mentor other colleagues

Additional Information

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About AECOM

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AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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