Construction Assurance Engineer

idibu; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK water company is hiring a Construction Assurance Engineer to oversee wastewater construction quality and compliance. This hybrid role requires 3-4 days on-site at Beckton Sewage Treatment Works, focusing on ensuring standards and managing projects from start to finish. Applicants should have an HNC in engineering and knowledge of health and safety protocols. The position offers a competitive salary between £41,000 and £60,000, generous holidays, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing with service

Contributory pension scheme

Performance-related pay plan

Personal medical assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified in an appropriate engineering field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge in health and safety protocols on construction sites.
• Understanding of design and construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and compliance of wastewater construction.
• Conduct regular site inspections and assessments.
• Oversee documentation and compliance with standards.
• Manage construction activities from conception to completion.
• Perform health and safety audits.

Skills

Health and safety knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Project delivery background

Wastewater experience

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). 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.
• 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 – Beckton Sewage Treatment Works.

As part of this role, you must be on site 3‑4 days a week, 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate must drive and have a car.

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?

• Competitive salary from £41,000 to £60,000 per annum.
• 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.
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

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.

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.