Coastal Engineer/Coastal Project Engineer

Havant Borough Council; Havant; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Havant is seeking a Coastal Engineer to join their civil engineering team. The role involves managing coastal flood and erosion risk projects, supporting project delivery, and collaborating with stakeholders. Successful candidates will have a degree in civil engineering and the opportunity to work on major civil engineering initiatives. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary/benefits

Generous leave allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Family friendly packages

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in coastal engineering projects is desirable.
• Ability to work on large-scale civil engineering projects.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction works and technical issues at coastal sites.
• Support project management functions and deliver quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders on project successes.

Skills

Project management

Technical issue resolution

Stakeholder liaison

Health & safety checks

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

GPS

Laser scanners

UAVs

Total stations

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy multi-disciplinary civil engineering team, managing coastal flood and erosion risk on the south coast.

Coastal Partners provides a Coastal Risk Management Service to Havant Borough Council, Portsmouth City Council, Gosport Borough Council, Fareham Borough Council and Chichester District Council that reduces the risks to people, and the developed and natural environment from flooding and coastal erosion. This area includes three major harbours of significant environmental importance and over 246km of coastline. With several exciting large-scale civil engineering projects in our portfolio, we are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team.

As a Coastal Engineer, you will undertake the role of either an NEC Site Supervisor or Project Manager, where you will help to protect communities and shape our coastal landscape for future generations. Working across a variety of ground-breaking studies, design and construction projects, successful candidates will have the opportunity to be involved in all areas of the team’s work. We are particularly interested in knowledgeable candidates with experience or interest in the following roles:

• NEC Site Supervisor — Working within the Major Projects Team, alongside engineers and construction management professionals, you will be involved in projects such as our multimillion-pound Southsea Coastal Scheme and North Portsea Coastal Scheme. You will undertake the role of an NEC Site Supervisor, supporting the Managing Supervisor in monitoring the construction works, resolving technical issues, undertaking tests, inspections, and surveys using GPS, total stations, laser scanners and UAVs, along with daily record keeping, stakeholder liaison and health & safety checks. You will be mostly site based and work alongside the client’s project and contract managers to successfully deliver the construction phase of our coastal engineering capital and maintenance projects.
• Project Managers/Assistant Project Managers — Working across our project portfolio these roles provide experienced project management and design management during the appraisal, design and construction phases of our projects. The role involves leading or assisting with the project management function and managing a wide range of stakeholders. Project Managers (PM) are given responsibility for programme, budget, quality and scope. They manage work packages and report progress to a wide audience of interested stakeholders. They also devise and execute procurement strategies for external suppliers of both professional services and construction works and often deliver the role of NEC ECC Project Manager on construction contracts. Assistant Project Managers support our PMs with all aspects of project delivery, with opportunity to progress and lead their own projects with experience.

You will need a degree in civil engineering or closely related discipline, and applications are welcome from experienced candidates, graduates, and final year students, with relevant training provided to support your role as part of an integrated site team. This is a career graded post with the initial salary dependent on experience and qualifications.

What we can offer you

• A competitive salary/benefits and support for your continuous professional development.
• Career Grade D-H £27,254 to £51,356 per annum
• Generous Leave Allowance
• Free Parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working/Hybrid working
• Family Friendly Packages

Visit our website for the full range of benefits and support we offer our staff.

To Apply

For full details of the role and more information about us, please visit: coastalpartners.org.uk/join-the-team. For an informal discussion about the role please contact the Site Services Team Manager Richard Ward on 07971 541388 or [e-mail].

Closing and next steps

Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 10th October 2025 and interviews will be held week commencing 27th October 2025.

Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing date.

We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment.

Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.