Principal Engineer / Consultant – Coastal and Water Management

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy firm dedicated to enhancing society through innovative engineering solutions. As a Principal Engineer/Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in coastal and water management projects, mentoring junior staff and managing client relationships. This position offers the chance to contribute to sustainable development while working on high-profile projects across Australia and the Pacific. With a flexible work-from-home policy and a commitment to lifelong learning, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their field. Embrace the opportunity to grow professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work-from-home policy

Company laptop

Company mobile phone

Training & development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering robust engineering solutions.
• Strong skills in client management and relationship development.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior consultants and assist in their professional development.
• Manage high-profile client accounts to maximize market value.

Skills

Hydrodynamic Modelling

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Client Liaison

Project Management

Technical Communication

Team Leadership

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Modelling Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Tools

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Principal Engineer / Consultant – Coastal and Water Management, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Vacancy Intro

Haskoning Australia delivers tailor made engineering and scientific solutions to our clients across Australia, the Pacific and South East Asia. We are experts in the river, estuarine, coastal and maritime sectors, providing consultancy advice and civil and structural design services to clients in a number of relevant sectors, including (but not limited to): ports and harbours; coastal and flood defence; water management; land reclamation; dredging and material management; planning and policy setting; and all other forms of water’s edge development (i.e. energy, recreation, military, telecommunication etc).

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 do

· Mentor, supervise and instruct junior or less experienced consultants and engineers and other sub-professionals (drafters) in technical works as well as assist in professional development.

· Assist where appropriate in business development (meeting potential or actual clients, writing capability statements, preparing marketing materials).

· Checking and reviewing other staff works, (both inside and outside the firm) as required.

· Undertaking all office and company procedures necessary for the company to properly conduct its business (completing time sheets, leave applications, job records, invoicing).

· Undertake continuing self-education.

· Participate in in-house training in company procedures, workplace safety instruction and various site safety courses as required.

Provide input to leadership team, in relation to:

· effectiveness of the local business;

· achievement of business goals including client development, skill development and, project realisation and delivery.

Provide technical direction during the initiation, management and supervision of coastal/maritime engineering assignments (including construction supervision) in the context of project requirements of delivery on time and within budget, whilst achieving target utilisation (on project work). Participate in development of local technical systems and standards, and integration with broader Royal HaskoningDHV knowledge base.

Account Management

Participate in the development of the client base throughout Australia through the 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.

Training and Knowledge Transfer

To provide encouragement and learning opportunities for staff to support ongoing and future business and to further career development.

Consult and liaise with colleagues to share information, lessons learnt, innovative approaches to problem solving, and the like. Identify issues /problems and develop appropriate and innovative solutions, involving other staff inputs as needed. Keep up-to-date with the latest developments and technical innovations in the discipline and guide the dissemination of this information throughout the AG.

Where you will work

At 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 bring

• Have practical experience of working with modellers, ecologists and engineers to deliver robust solutions.
• Have practical experience in modelling (hydrodynamic, surface water and EIA).
• Highly effective technical and practical engineering / environmental skills in the relevant discipline.
• Achievement of financial and business targets.
• Strong client liaison, management and relationship development skills.
• The ability to direct and advise on technical matters, teach, mentor and manage project teams.
• Able to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills, including hosting/facilitating meetings/workshops.
• Excellent self-management skills, and experience in leading a design team.
• Confident.
• Team Player.
• Independent thinker.
• Good organisational skills.
• Personable.
• Ability to contribute to the growth of the business by identifying, track and executing opportunities.
• Ability to manage interfaces with design teams (both internal and external).
• Knowledge of the coastal and catchment environments and the legislation surrounding its conservation and management within Australia.
• Track record of successful business development and project management.

What we offer you

• An opportunity to be part of a company that aims to enhance society together through our people, expertise, partnerships, and innovations
• A flexible work-from-home policy and flexibility in determining, for example, your working hours
• a laptop and company mobile phone
• lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities
• An 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.