Water Safety Specialist & Hydraulic Engineer-260508-ST-001

Location: Flexible (contractor determines work location)
Hours: 18 hours per week
Contract Period: May 18, 2026 – May 17, 2027
Application Deadline: May 13, 2026

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Water Safety Specialist & Hydraulic Engineer to contribute to the design, assessment, and maintenance of hydraulic infrastructure and flood defence systems. The role focuses on ensuring technical quality, managing safety risks, and supporting project delivery across multiple phases.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Preparation & Project Realization

• Develop functional technical contract specifications
• Prepare verification and validation plans
• Compile risk assessments and mitigation measures
• Draft technical requirements for flood defences and hydraulic structures
• Contribute to cost estimates for civil engineering projects
• Review contractor documentation and provide technical evaluations

2. Technical Review & Assessment

• Evaluate designs, work plans, and technical proposals
• Assess verification and validation documentation
• Review structural elements such as channel walls, bank protections, and bed defenses
• Provide advisory reports on implementation-related issues

3. Water Safety & Infrastructure Projects

• Produce technical analyses on revetments, stone structures, and water barriers
• Develop specifications for maintenance of dikes and dams
• Provide technical justification for infrastructure materials (steel, concrete, timber)
• Review contractor designs, drawings, schedules, and quality documentation
• Participate in technical meetings and document decisions
• Assess contract changes and produce observation reports on work quality
• Review project completion and delivery documentation

4. Management & Supervision

• Provide technical oversight and guidance within project teams
• Support coordination with stakeholders and contractors

Requirements (Mandatory)

• Bachelor's degree (HBO level) in Civil Engineering or related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience with hydraulic structures
• At least 10 years of experience drafting functional specifications
• Minimum 10 years of experience assessing water-retaining structures in flood defence systems
• Strong experience with systems engineering methodologies (e.g., SE)
• Extensive knowledge of relevant standards, regulations, and water safety frameworks
• Proven consulting experience or advisory role background
• Proficiency in Dutch language

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in hydraulic engineering and water safety
• Experience with systems/tools such as Relatics, GRIP, or similar
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to navigate organizational dynamics and influence decision-making

Additional Notes

• Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet all requirements in their application
• Strong emphasis on technical expertise, documentation quality, and collaboration skills
• Role includes both technical delivery and advisory responsibilities