Chef / Cheffe de projet en hydraulique d'ouvrages
Project Manager in Hydraulic Structures
We're supporting a leading international engineering firm in their search for a Project Manager in Hydraulic Structures to join their hydropower and dam projects team. With a global presence and employee-owned structure, this company delivers major infrastructure solutions across energy, water, industry, and mobility sectors.
The Role
As a Project Manager in Hydraulic Structures, you'll play a key role in delivering international hydropower projects. Responsibilities include:
- Leading technical input for bids and proposals
- Coordinating project teams (engineers, technicians, subcontractors)
- Guiding and mentoring junior engineers
- Overseeing project delivery - technically, contractually, and financially
- Designing and sizing key hydraulic structures (spillways, intakes, outlets, etc.)
- Performing hydraulic calculations (steady/transient flow, water hammer, head losses)
- Running 1D/2D hydraulic models
- Making occasional site visits for inspections and technical assessments
- Supporting the development of internal tools, methods, and technical standards
Your Profile
- Engineering degree with a focus on hydraulics
- At least 5 years' experience in hydraulic structure design
- Strong technical skills, autonomy, and team spirit
- Solid English communication skills (projects are international)
- Familiarity with hydraulic modeling tools (e.g., Cebelmail, Simsen, HEC-RAS, Mascaret, Telemac) is a plus
Location: Grenoble
Salary: Attractive Salary + Benefits
Benefits include:
- Hybrid working (up to 2 days remote per week)
- Competitive salary with bonus and profit-sharing
- Generous time off (27+ days leave + RTT)
- Employee shareholding options
- Structured training and career development paths
- Social, environmental, and diversity-focused work culture
This is a great opportunity to join leading player in the international Dams and Hydropower Sector.
For more information apply online or contact Deji: [email protected]
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.