Senior Project Engineer

idibu; Rickmansworth; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Thames Water as a Senior Project Engineer, leading capital projects in modernizing wastewater networks. With responsibilities ranging from risk management to design oversight, you’ll play a vital role in transforming services for millions. A Civil Engineering background is essential, alongside a passion for sustainable practices.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%)

Annual personal medical assessments

Benefits hub offering discounts and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and rehabilitating wastewater network projects.
• Access to a car preferred, but applications from those without are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development from concept to contract award.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Conduct design reviews for safety and compliance.

Skills

Project delivery principles

Health & safety in construction

Knowledge of industrial processes

Education

Civil Engineering HNC, degree, or master’s degree

Chartered engineer or nearing chartership

Job description

Seize this thrilling opportunity to join Thames Water's vibrant team leading capital projects! As a Senior Engineer, you will be at the forefront of transforming and modernising our wastewater networks, from preventing sewer flooding and reducing spills into the river to upgrading a historic network that keeps London flowing.

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Project Engineer

1. Oversee the design development of wastewater network projects from initial concept to contract award.
2. Identify, analyse, and mitigate project risks, and realise opportunities for scope definition and robust pricing.
3. Ensure detailed design is undertaken by contractors and manage design changes during construction.
4. Support project teams during commissioning and asset handover.
5. Conduct design reviews to ensure safe and robust solutions meeting operational requirements.
6. Act as the key contact for CDM Designer or Principal Designer roles during initial design stages.
7. Contribute to and improve Technical Asset Standards.

Work is hybrid at Maple Lodge, requiring presence in the office or on site twice a week. The role is 36 hours, Monday to Friday. A valid driver’s license and access to a car are preferred, but applications from those without a car are welcome.

What you should bring to the role

1. A Civil Engineering HNC, degree, or master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
2. Chartered engineer or nearing chartership with a professional organisation.
3. Experience in designing and rehabilitating wastewater network projects.
4. Understanding of project delivery principles and health & safety in construction.
5. Knowledge of industrial processes relevant to engineering discipline.

What’s in it for you?

1. Salary from £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience.
2. 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
3. Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%).
4. Annual personal medical assessments.
5. Benefits hub offering discounts and wellbeing support.

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a sustainable future, helping communities and protecting the environment. Join us to make a difference and advance your career in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse workplace with opportunities for rapid career progression, flexible working, and excellent benefits. We value passion and a desire to improve, whether in call centres, labs, or field roles.

If you seek a meaningful career that impacts millions and helps conserve water resources, join us. We support your growth and aim to be a great, inclusive employer. Applications are encouraged promptly as the vacancy may close early due to high demand.