Construction Assurance Engineer

idibu; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water company in the Thames Valley is looking for a Construction Assurance Engineer who will ensure quality and compliance across wastewater construction projects. The role involves site inspections, documentation management, and communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background and some wastewater experience. This position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £60,000, a car allowance, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance of £4,500

26 days holiday

Contributory pension

Personal Medical Assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Must drive and have access to a car.
• Wastewater experience will be an advantage.
• Confidence in stakeholder communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and compliance of construction projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections and manage documentation.
• Assist project managers and escalate issues when necessary.

Skills

Communication with stakeholders

Knowledge of health and safety

Problem-solving skills

Project delivery expertise

Understanding of construction

Education

HNC or above in Engineering

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for you to significantly impact the development and modernisation of our Wastewater Non-Infrastructure (WWNI) in the Thames Valley and the surrounding areas. As the successful candidate, you will be at the forefront of our efforts to ensure the continued future delivery of essential services while safeguarding our environment within the Water Industry. Please apply now to join a dedicated team committed to providing vital services and protecting our planet for future generations.

What you’ll be doing as a Construction Assurance Engineer

• Ensure the quality and compliance of our wastewater (Non-infra) construction projects across the Thames Valley.
• Regular site inspections (3-4 days a week), design and delivery review support, risk and issue identification, and collaborative problem-solving with stakeholders.
• We are focused on the construction phase of wastewater (Non-infra) projects, assessing and reporting project progress, acting to rectify issues, assisting the project managers and taking the lead on the escalation process if necessary. Also, ensure all non-conformance is identified and corrected.
• You will be responsible for reviewing documentation (RAMS, CPP etc.), overseeing all construction activities on your projects from conception to completion, whilst monitoring compliance with our asset standards, safety, environmental and quality standards and with wider regulations.
• Post-takeover, you'll manage snags, documentation, liaise on defects, and oversee performance testing.
• Actively contribute to project teams, ensure proper handover documentation.
• Carry out regular health and safety audits to ensure relevant issues are corrected.

Hybrid – Thames Valley Based.

As part of this role, you must be on site 3-4 days a week (across the Thames Valley), 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate must drive and have access to a car – this role comes with a car allowance of £4,500 a year.

What you should bring to the role

• Have an HNC or above in an appropriate engineering subject or background in a similar role.
• Knowledge of health and safety on construction sites or an SMSTS qualification can be offered as part of the role if the holder is not currently holding it.
• Understand design, construction, and operations within industries like the theatre sector.
• Have a background in project delivery and integration within the construction sector.
• Be confident in communicating with various levels of stakeholders.
• Valid driver's licence with a clean record.
• Wastewater experience will be an advantage.

What’s in it for you?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an established construction and project management professional to work alongside skilled Thames Water project teams. This will enable you to build upon your career into other areas of Project Delivery. We have to be able to deliver life’s essential service.

• Competitive salary from £40,000 to £60,000 per annum.
• Car allowance of £4,500 a year.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum of 12% – 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Find out more about ourbenefits and perks

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Wate r

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.