Senior Engineering Manager

Sweco; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking collaboration that is at the forefront of the UK's water infrastructure transformation. As a Senior Engineering Manager, you will lead strategic planning and innovation initiatives while fostering a culture of inclusivity and excellence. Your leadership will drive performance and sustainability, impacting over 6 million lives. This role offers hybrid working opportunities and the chance to shape a legacy that protects water and nature for future generations. If you're passionate about making a difference and leading change, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Inclusive culture

Impactful projects

Collaboration with leading partners

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline required.
• Experience in project and change management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and transformation initiatives.
• Champion sustainability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Leadership

Innovation

Sustainability

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Help shape a resilient future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration.

Join the @one Alliance, a collaboration of eight industry-leading companies (Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska, and SWECO) delivering over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme. With AMP8 ahead, we’re gearing up for our biggest challenge yet—delivering an ambitious programme of projects that will shape the future of water infrastructure.

To lead us through our journey of engineering evolution and define the future of engineering in the water sector, we’re seeking a transformational Senior Engineering Manager.

What You’ll Be Leading

• Strategic planning & transformation initiatives
• Embracing innovation – from AI to DfMA to nature-based solutions
• Supporting an ambitious recruitment and resourcing strategy
• Driving performance, quality, consistency & delivery excellence
• Building an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture
• Supporting the Engineering Director to manage operations, risk, and growth
• Championing sustainability, health & safety, and continuous improvement
• Representing the @one Alliance within the sector and beyond

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Engineering (or related discipline)
• Project & change management experience (qualification desirable)
• Proven leadership in engineering, operations, and transformation
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to inspire and empower others
• Strong experience in improving performance through innovation
• Passion for sustainability, safety, and creating long-term impact

Why Join @one Alliance?

• Be at the heart of the UK’s most ambitious water programme
• Work with leading partners across design, build, and innovation
• Hybrid, flexible working with a purpose-led, inclusive culture
• Help deliver environmental and social prosperity to 6+ million people
• Shape a legacy that protects water, nature, and future generations

Be part of something greener.

Apply now to lead the next chapter in water infrastructure transformation.

Together, let’s create a future we can be proud of.