Principle Civil Design Engineer

United Living Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering services provider in the water sector, where you'll oversee the design of innovative civil engineering solutions for wastewater treatment plants. In this pivotal role, you'll lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards and environmental regulations. Your expertise will shape a world-class design team, contributing to sustainable water management solutions. If you're passionate about making a lasting impact in the water industry, this opportunity offers the chance to build something significant from the ground up.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil design and project management in the water sector.
• Expertise in water-related infrastructure and sustainable design practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and development of civil engineering solutions for wastewater treatment plants.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration of civil designs.

Skills

Civil Engineering Principles

Water Resources Management

Hydraulics

Structural Design

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

EPANET

Project Management Software

Job description

AFECO is an engineering services provider in the water sector and is part of the United Living Group which includes business that operate in both the water and energy sectors. We work with several major water companies across the UK with a broad portfolio of long-term Frameworks in place that extend throughout AMP8. We have worked with our clients over past AMPs to deliver innovative yet robust projects and are renowned for developing solutions that offer cost effective, low carbon and best value options.

AFECO and the wider United Living Infrastructure (Water) Group have a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK including design and build Frameworks with Southern Water, Severn Trent, Thames Water and United Utilities. These Frameworks focus on the design, construction, refurbishment and improvement of infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets across the water and wastewater sectors and includes structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, ICA and process disciplines. Our team includes engineers, project delivery managers and site based delivery engineers all providing engineering solutions to our water industry clients.

You will join our Southern team to work on a range of clean and wastewater projects both infrastructure and non-infrastructure based. You will be working on a variety of projects for our clients in the South as well as on projects across the UK.

Job Description

In this senior role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design and development of complex civil engineering solutions for wastewater treatment plants and associated infrastructure. You will lead the design of site layouts, drainage systems, structural components, and other civil works, ensuring compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and environmental regulations. As a key technical leader, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of civil designs with mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems.

You will manage the preparation of design calculations, specifications, and reports, and provide guidance on cost estimation, material selection, and project planning. Additionally, you will oversee and mentor junior engineers, manage design reviews, and ensure high-quality delivery on time and within budget. Regular site visits will be required to support construction activities, resolve issues, and ensure the successful implementation of civil designs, contributing to the safe, reliable, and sustainable delivery of wastewater treatment solutions.

In joining the newly established Design Hub will give you the chance to contribute significantly to shaping a world-class design team, particularly in the water industry. This is a pivotal role, and your contributions could leave a lasting impact on AFECO and the industry at large, especially in a sector as vital and evolving as water management. If you're excited by the prospect of building something from the ground up and shaping the future of water design, this opportunity seems like a perfect fit!

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of civil engineering principles, water resources management, hydraulics, and structural design, with advanced expertise in water-related infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, with a focus on innovative and sustainable water management solutions.
• High-level skills in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, hydraulic modelling tools (e.g., HEC-RAS, EPANET), and project management software.
• Expertise in managing large-scale projects, budgeting, scheduling, and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and present technical information clearly.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or Chartered Engineer status.
• Extensive experience (typically 5+ years) in civil design and project management within the water sector.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainable design practices.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is advantageous.
• Professional development through workshops, courses, and seminars in civil and water engineering.
• Experience with relevant industry standards and software tools.