Senior Project Engineer

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

Job summary

Join Thames Water as a Senior Project Engineer, where you will oversee wastewater network projects and ensure design excellence. This role offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits such as 26 days of holiday, a contributory pension scheme, and opportunities for career growth in a pioneering environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Contributory pension scheme up to 12%

Annual personal medical assessments

Access to a benefits scheme with discounts and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and rehabilitating wastewater networks.
• A driver’s license and access to a car preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development of wastewater network projects from concept to contract award.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure robust solutions.

Skills

Understanding of project delivery principles

Health & safety in construction

Knowledge of industrial process decisions within engineering

Education

Civil Engineering HNC, degree, or master's

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 won't just be joining us during an exciting phase—you'll 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

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

Hybrid working at Maple Lodge requires presence in the office or on-site twice a week. The role is 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. A driver’s license and access to a car are preferred, but applications without a car are welcome.

What you should bring to the role

• A Civil Engineering HNC, degree, or master's in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Chartered engineer or nearing chartership with a professional body.
• Experience in designing and rehabilitating wastewater networks.
• Understanding of project delivery principles and health & safety in construction.
• Knowledge of industrial process decisions within engineering.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary from £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme up to 12%, with 2x employee contribution.
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to a benefits scheme with discounts and wellbeing support.

Discover 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 create a better future for all by supporting our communities, environment, and economy. Join us to make a meaningful difference and help us reach our goals.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment where every day presents new opportunities. We provide fast career progression, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Whether in call centres, labs, or field roles, passionate individuals are welcome.

If you seek a sustainable career that impacts millions and protects water resources, join us. We’re committed to supporting your growth and making a difference together.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We strive to be a great, inclusive workplace. We welcome all applicants and offer support throughout recruitment. We aim to remove barriers to success, and assistance is available if needed.

Support during crises

As part of Team Thames, you can volunteer to support customers on the frontline. Full training will be provided. It’s a rewarding way to learn more about our business, meet colleagues, and earn extra income.

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