Associate Director - Flood / Water Resources

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Location
North Sydney, New South Wales
Category
Technical & Engineering
Salary
Posted
24-Feb-2026
Work type
Full Time
Contact
Ashish Bhetwal
Reference
183942

Associate Director – Flood / Water Resources

Sydney | Permanent | Hybrid

 

We are partnering with a leading engineering consultancy to appoint an experienced  Associate Director – Flood / Water Resources. This senior leadership role oversees delivery of complex water, hydrology, hydraulic modelling and flood‑related projects across NSW while supporting a growing team of engineers and client portfolios.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Lead technical and contractual aspects of flood, hydrology and water resources projects, ensuring compliance with legislation, authorities and industry standards.
  • Oversee development of models, investigations, mitigation design, catchment assessments, stormwater management strategies and related technical documentation.
  • Manage tender submissions, pricing, project scheduling, resource allocation, quality assurance, deadlines and budgets for medium–large scale water projects.
  • Develop and strengthen client relationships while growing your own client base.
  • Mentor and develop engineers and drafters, providing technical leadership and career guidance.
  • Support implementation of business strategy, project governance and operational excellence.
 

About You

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia.
  • 10+ years’ relevant experience in  flood, hydrology or water resources engineering  within a consulting environment.
  • Strong capability in TUFLOW, RORB, HEC‑RAS, WBNM, XP‑RAFTS or equivalent modelling tools.
  • Proven track record leading multi‑disciplinary water projects and developing client relationships.
  • Strong commercial, communication and leadership abilities.
 

To Apply:  Email  ashish.bhetwal@chandlermacleod.com  or click  Apply Now.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

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