Chartered Engineer - Flood & Coast Services

RSK Group Limited; Chester, Birmingham, Bristol, Bradford-on-Avon, Swansea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chartered Engineer in the Flood, Coast & Maritime team, where you'll lead exciting projects that make a real difference to communities. This role offers the opportunity to manage multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with key clients on impactful flood and coastal projects. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values professional growth and innovation, working towards sustainable solutions that benefit both the environment and society. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to meaningful change, this position is for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Supportive Culture

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in flood risk and coastal projects.
• Mentor junior engineers towards professional qualifications.
• Experience in flood and coast sector design and appraisal.

Responsibilities

• Deliver flood risk management and coastal adaptation projects.
• Manage teams to ensure high-quality project deliverables.
• Support innovative solutions for sustainable infrastructure.

Skills

Flood Risk Management

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Client Engagement

Stakeholder Management

Sustainable Solutions

Education

Professional Engineering Qualification

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

NEC Professional Service Contracts

Job description

Chartered Engineer - Flood & Coast Services

Location: Chester, Swansea, Birmingham, Bristol, and Bradford-on-Avon

Contract Type: Full Time Permanent

The Vacancy

Binnies, an RSK company are looking for experienced Chartered Engineers to join our highly regarded Flood, Coast & Maritime team. With multiple locations across the UK, including Chester, Swansea, Birmingham, Bristol, and Bradford-on-Avon, you’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting and diverse flood and coastal projects. This role offers you the chance to lead multidisciplinary teams and make a real difference on projects for key clients such as Natural Resources Wales, the Environment Agency, and local authorities. If you’re ready to take the next step in your technical career and have a background in civil infrastructure design, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of a range of flood risk management, coastal adaptation, and water resource projects.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams to produce high-quality project deliverables, ensuring they meet client specifications and fall within budget and schedule constraints.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and graduates, guiding them towards professional qualifications.
• Collaborate with Delivery Managers and Project Managers to ensure smooth execution and commercial success of projects.
• Support the development of innovative solutions for river restoration, drainage, and sustainable infrastructure.
• Work on a variety of projects with contract values ranging from £50k to £500k.
• A background in Civil Engineering, Water & Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Professional engineering qualification with the ICE, CIWEM, or similar body.
• Experience in the flood and coast sector, including the design and appraisal of schemes.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, producing high-quality deliverables on time and within budget.
• Experience in client and stakeholder engagement, and presenting technical solutions effectively.
• Familiarity with NEC Professional Service Contracts (PSC) and the ability to manage project changes.
• Experience in developing business cases and preferred options using FCERM Appraisal Guidance.
• A focus on sustainable solutions, supporting natural resource management and the journey towards net zero.
• Experience with site construction to enhance design buildability.

Why Join Us?
We pride ourselves not only on the work we do but also on how we do it. We are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters growth and professional development. As a Chartered Engineer with us, you will be at the forefront of groundbreaking projects that make a difference to communities and the environment.

Ready to take on this challenge? Apply today!

About Us

We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?