Pre-Development Engineer: Water & Infrastructure (Hybrid)

Anglian Water Group; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Personal private health care

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave and life assurance

Bonus scheme

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Anglian Water Group is seeking a candidate for our Development Services team in Peterborough. The role focuses on pre-planning support for developer customers, assessing housing, commercial and industrial developments, and ensuring interactions with water and wastewater networks are considered.

You will use network data and technical assessment to identify constraints and opportunities, guiding customers on capacity and sustainable options while coordinating with planning, operations and

Qualifications

• A degree-level qualification in a technical, engineering or environmental discipline (or equivalent experience) is desirable
• Some experience in the water sector or a related utility, infrastructure or environmental field is also desirable but not essential
• The ability to understand and interpret technical information and data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills is essential
• An interest in sustainable and practical engineering solutions; good organisation and ability to manage a varied workload

Responsibilities

• Assess developer enquiries and pre-planning submissions across water and wastewater services
• Support the identification of network, capacity, flooding and environmental risks linked to proposed developments
• Provide clear, accurate advice to developers, consultants and internal stakeholders
• Help identify appropriate and sustainable connection options
• Support early understanding of potential reinforcement requirements
• Contribute to planning responses that support housing growth and network resilience
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across planning, operations and delivery teams

Skills

Technical mindset

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in technical/environmental discipline

Job description

Anglian Water Group is seeking a candidate for our Development Services team in Peterborough. The role focuses on pre-planning support for developer customers, assessing housing, commercial and industrial developments, and ensuring interactions with water and wastewater networks are considered.

You will use network data and technical assessment to identify constraints and opportunities, guiding customers on capacity and sustainable options while coordinating with planning, operations and