Civil Project Engineer

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater service provider is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to oversee projects from initial feasibility to construction. You will lead design development, manage project risks, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in process industries. This role offers a salary of £55,000 – £65,000 plus benefits, with 2-3 days on-site work weekly.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it through a recognized body.
• Experience in oil and gas pipelines or multi-utility infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of project delivery in process industries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full project lifecycle from feasibility to construction.
• Lead design development of water/wastewater network projects.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Conduct design reviews for safe and practical solutions.

Skills

Project delivery in process industries

Health & Safety regulations knowledge

Civil or Mechanical Engineering expertise

Education

HNC, degree, or master's qualification in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Civil Project Engineer | Location: Reading – (2-3 days on-site per week) | Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + benefits

About the Role

A leading water and wastewater service provider is recruiting a passionate Civil Project Engineer to help shape the future of water and wastewater treatment across the Thames Water framework. This is your chance to be part of something bigger in AMP8, modernising treatment works, delivering essential infrastructure, and protecting the environment for future generations.

In this role, you will oversee the full project lifecycle, from initial feasibility and design through to construction and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design development of multiple water/wastewater network projects from concept through to contract award
• Identifying, analysing, and mitigating project risks to support robust scope definition and pricing
• Overseeing detailed design work by contractors and managing design changes during construction
• Supporting project teams through commissioning and handover phases
• Conducting design reviews to ensure safe, practical, and operationally sound solutions
• Acting as the key contact for CDM Designer or Principal Designer duties in early project stages

About you

• HNC, degree, or master’s qualification in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards it through a recognised professional body
• Experience in oil and gas pipelines or multi-utility infrastructure (e.g., fibre optics, electrical cables)
• Strong knowledge of project delivery in process industries
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations within the construction sector
• Familiarity with engineering decision-making processes in industrial settings

Reach out to Charlie Knight @ Advance TRS to find out more about this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.