Tailings Leader

About the role

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tailings Leader based in Lima, Peru. The role combines technical leadership with business development responsibilities, driving growth, ensuring technical excellence and positioning AECOM as a leader in tailings management across Peru and LATAM. The successful candidate works closely with clients, mentors staff and drives strategic initiatives to expand the market presence in the tailings sector.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the tailings dam practice in Peru and LATAM, aligned with AECOM's global goals and regional priorities.
• Lead the design, analysis and construction oversight of tailings dams, embankments and associated infrastructure, and perform the Lead Verifier quality review on AECOM deliverables.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings and specifications, and provide expert reviews to ensure quality and consistency.
• Ensure projects meet or exceed regulatory requirements, industry best practices and sustainability goals.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in tailings management across Peru and LATAM, and build strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Lead proposal development, including scoping, budgeting and technical content, and collaborate with marketing and business development teams.
• Represent AECOM at industry conferences, workshops and client meetings.
• Mentor and train junior and intermediate engineers, and advocate for best practices in tailings management with industry associations and regulators.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with a strong focus on tailings dam design and management, or equivalent experience and/or education.
• Demonstrated success in business development, including client relationship management and proposal preparation.
• Preferred: 15+ years in tailings-related geotechnical engineering, Master's or Ph.D. in a related discipline, and experience with mine waste management, closure design and water management.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of geotechnical principles, tailings dam design and risk management.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with excellent verbal and written communication.
• Preferred: understanding of Canadian regulatory frameworks (GISTM, CDA, ICMM, MAC), experience as an Engineer of Record for tailings dams, familiarity with advanced numerical modelling software, and proficiency in English and French.

No relocation or sponsorship assistance is offered. New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan.