Principal Civil Water Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Principal Civil Water Engineer to lead design work in water treatment and infrastructure projects. This role offers opportunities to work on critical UK infrastructure projects, supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days of leave plus bank holidays

Comprehensive training portfolio

Support in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions

Qualifications

• Experience in leading design delivery and multidisciplinary design.
• Knowledge of UK design standards and practices.
• Proficiency in digital analysis packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to undertake technical design work.
• Prepare briefs and scopes of work.
• Manage time and budgets to key project milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Water Treatment

Wastewater Treatment

Hydraulics

Education

Chartered Civil Engineer

Tools

HADES

Infoworks

EPANET

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Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal Civil Water Engineer, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of water/wastewater treatment, storage, supply, and collection systems on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of water treatment, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors not just within the Water sector but also supporting our wider Infrastructure Division across Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, and Education. We continue to provide industry-leading engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.

We currently have opportunities in our London office.

Your Purpose:

1. Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
2. Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
3. Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
4. Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
5. Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

What you can bring:

• Chartered Civil Engineer.
• Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
• Sound knowledge of water and/or wastewater treatment, storage solutions, hydraulics, water supply, and wastewater collection systems, and familiarity with current UK design standards and working practices.
• Proficiency in designing within appropriate digital analysis packages, following local and national guidance, e.g., HADES, Infoworks, EPANET.

What we offer?

AtkinsRéalis recognises that many well-qualified people are seeking to further their careers but cannot commit to full-time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested in discussing how we can accommodate individual requirements. We understand the importance of a diverse and flexible workforce and promoting work-life balance. Therefore, AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working, with no fixed 9 ‘till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no obligation to spend all your working time in the office.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary that is regularly benchmarked against other consultants, with a default 25 days of leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy or sell leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Training:

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have access to a comprehensive training portfolio and development activities designed to maximize individual abilities and talents. We also support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, and offers will depend on obtaining the necessary clearance. If required, this will be discussed during the interview. The vetting process is managed by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency for 5 years or more. Please do not mention or include details of current or previous security clearances in your application or CV.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community—supporting staff from various backgrounds through inclusive policies, flexible working, and employee networks. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We believe that world-class talent is enriched by diversity and inclusion.