Hydropower Lead

AECOM; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working

Volunteering days

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Hydropower Lead in Greater London. The role involves overseeing major hydropower projects, leading teams, and fostering client relationships. Candidates should hold a BEng (Hons) in Engineering and have extensive experience in hydropower project management. A proven track record in business development and team leadership is essential. The position offers flexible hybrid working and a range of benefits to support your career and well-being.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have project management experience in the hydropower sector.
• Experience leading hydropower design and construction is essential.
• Strong track record of achieving financial KPIs and business development.

Responsibilities

• Direct teams on major hydropower projects and maintain client relationships.
• Lead proposals for major hydropower projects and engage with clients.
• Develop strategies for business growth in hydropower.

Skills

Hydropower design leadership

Team management

Business development

Client relationship management

Technical competence in engineering

Education

BEng (Hons) degree in Engineering

Chartered status

Job description

Job Description

As the Hydropower Lead within our rapidly expanding hydro team, you will undertake a technical role on projects within our energy business and a business role comprising team leadership and business development. You will work primarily on projects in the UK, Ireland, Europe, and India, collaborating with hydro colleagues globally.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for: developing and leading a high-performing team, delivering projects, and maintaining client, supply chain and internal relationships internationally.

• Serve as a program manager, project manager, or technical lead, directing teams on major hydropower projects and programs. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to successful completion, focusing on client communication and delivery.
• Lead the pursuit of major hydropower projects, leading major proposals and engaging with clients.
• Support senior leaders in developing business strategies for hydropower based on market trends and identifying and pursuing opportunities within the business line and adjacent sectors.
• Lead client‑facing activities to develop business with existing clients and win work with new clients, building strong relationships with clients, teaming 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.
• 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 to match team skills with market trends and drive strategic technical leadership hires.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design of hydropower energy infrastructure.
• Respond to technical queries.
• Act as lead verifier on reports including technical feasibility studies and design reports (depending on core engineering discipline).
• Direct less senior members of staff and mentor more junior engineers.

Qualifications

We’re looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• BEng (Hons) degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Environmental).
• Chartered status or actively working towards chartership.
• Background in civil, electrical, mechanical or environmental project management experience in the hydropower sector with a high degree of technical competence.
• Experience leading hydropower design – conventional and pumped storage, hydroelectric construction, and hydroelectric commissioning.
• Experience developing and leading teams, and working with clients and collaborators on an international level.
• Membership of a recognized professional body relative to our core markets.
• Strong track record of achieving/exceeding financial KPIs and driving business development.
• Experience in leading and growing large teams and successful financial performance and business development/sales/growth experience in the public or private sectors.
• Demonstrated dedication to fostering a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion within the team and organization.
• Proven ability to build and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce while nurturing talent development and coaching.

Benefits

You will enjoy a range of core and personalized benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, including career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Location

The role is based in the UK with flexibility for international work. Projects are primarily in Europe, Ireland and India.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If a reasonable accommodation is required, please contact [e-mail].