Senior Civil Project Engineer

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Rickmansworth; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water management is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer to oversee water network projects. The role involves design development, risk management, and ensuring safety compliance. Join a team dedicated to modernizing water treatment in London.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%)

Annual personal medical assessments

Access to benefits scheme supporting wellbeing

Qualifications

• Chartered engineer or nearing chartership with a relevant professional body.
• Understanding of industrial process decisions in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development of water network projects.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Conduct design reviews ensuring safety requirements are met.

Skills

Project Delivery Principles

Health & Safety

Education

Engineering HNC

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job title: Senior Civil Project Engineer Ref 40218

Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery

Location: Hybrid - Maple Lodge (STW) - WD3 9SQ

Contract type: Permanent

Full/Part-time: Full-time

Salary: £46,000 to £65,000 per annum depending on skills and experience

Job grade: B

Closing date: 27/05/2025

Introduction

Are you ready to make a real impact? We’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help shape the future of water treatment in London and the surrounding areas. Join us in modernising our Water Treatment Works and play a vital role in delivering essential services while protecting the environment for future generations.

Responsibilities

1. Oversee the design development of water network projects from concept to contract award.
2. Identify, analyse, and mitigate project risks to enable scope definition and robust pricing.
3. Assure contractors and manage design changes during construction.
4. Support project teams during commissioning and asset handover.
5. Conduct design reviews ensuring safety and operational requirements are met.
6. Act as the key contact for CDM Designer or Principal Designer roles during initial design stages.

Location & Working Pattern

Hybrid working at Maple Lodge. You must be on site 2-3 days a week, working 36 hours, Monday to Friday. A driving license and car are preferred, but applications are welcome without.

Candidate Requirements

• Engineering HNC, degree, or master’s in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Chartered engineer or nearing chartership with a relevant professional body.
• Understanding of project delivery principles in process industries.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in construction.
• Understanding of industrial process decisions in engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £46,000 - £65,000.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%).
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to benefits scheme supporting wellbeing and savings.

About Thames Water

We are the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We aim to build a better future by helping communities, protecting the environment, and offering career growth opportunities. We value diversity and inclusion and support all applicants throughout the recruitment process.

Join us and make a difference in water management, with opportunities for career development, flexible working, and meaningful impact.

Note: Due to high application volume, we may close this advert early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.