Principal Civil Engineer

ARUP; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking a project manager to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a Civil Engineering qualification, experience in the water sector, and strong project management skills. Flexibility to work from multiple locations offered. This position includes a competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience working with UK water utilities (e.g., Thames Water).
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks like Ofwat.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design of water infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with clients.

Skills

Civil Engineering qualification

Demonstrable experience in the water sector

Project management skills

Strong communication skills

Familiarity with BIM

Experience with UK water utilities

Knowledge of AMP cycles and regulatory frameworks

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup has a long track record in the UK water industry working with all the major water companies, risk management authorities and government. In the current round of procurement for the AMP8 frameworks Arup recently secured major framework commissions with Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, Southern Water, Thames Water and United Utilities. Through these frameworks we’ll be delivering environmental improvements across the UK and informing strategic long-term planning.

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The Opportunity

The role involves leading the planning, design, and execution of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, such as pipelines, pumping stations, reservoirs, and treatment facilities. You will be involved in undertaking concept, outline & detail design and construction support on various infrastructure and non-infra schemes while managing multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities. The position ensures adherence to environmental, health and safety, and CDM regulations, supports the mentoring of junior engineers, and promotes knowledge sharing. Additionally, it contributes to innovation in sustainable design, climate resilience, and the adoption of digital engineering practices. We can offer the flexibility to work from our London or Midwest office locations.

Is this role right for you?

We're looking for the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

• Qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with ICE or equivalent, or working towards.
• Demonstrable experience in the water sector.
• Familiarity with BIM would be desirable.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Desirable Experience working with UK water utilities (e.g., Thames Water, Welsh Water, Severn Trent).
• Ideally Knowledge of AMP cycles and regulatory frameworks (e.g., Ofwat).

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact [e-mail] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process

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Arup is an equal opportunities employer.