Jacobs South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Dam Delivery Manager at Jacobs
Base Pay Range
$250,000.00 / yr - $295,000.00 / yr
Position Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Dam Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of major dam projects in North and Central America and to support the overall global dam practice. This senior leadership role involves managing multidisciplinary teams (e.g., dams subject matter experts, quality assurance, commercial and program controls) and ensuring the successful execution of large‑scale dam construction projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of dam projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client expectations.
- Serve as the primary liaison with clients, regulators, and contractors to ensure project alignment and success.
- Manage technical oversight in dam design, geotechnical investigations, slope stability, seepage analysis, structural integrity, quarries, aggregate production, and thermal cracking control.
- Manage technical oversight of RCC mix design and optimization, placement, compaction, and quality control, ensuring adherence to international standards and safety protocols.
- Mentor and lead multidisciplinary teams to foster collaboration and technical excellence.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources for timely and cost‑effective delivery.
- Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and stakeholder presentations.
- Support construction teams with technical clarifications and site inspections.
- Assist client to implement dam safety programs, emergency action plans, and regulatory compliance strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or related Engineering disciplines.Minimum 15 years of experience in dam engineering and dam delivery management.Experience in earthfill, rockfill, and roller‑compact concrete (RCC) dam design and construction.Direct experience on at least one project involving RCC dams over 15 meters.Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.Willingness to commit to a minimum 2‑year full‑time in‑country expatriate assignment in Central America.Experience coordinating with stakeholders and environmental agencies.Strong leadership and communication skills.Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent international registration.Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or PhD in Civil, Geotechnical, or related Engineering disciplines.Familiarity with international dam safety standards (ICOLD, FERC, USACE).Spanish language proficiency (preferred but not required).Experience with design‑build contracts (FIDIC or NEC).Experience with hydroelectric power.Delivered at least one project with capital value of 250M USD or more.Benefits
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried / exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
Equal Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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