Senior Project Engineer

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Sandford-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater company in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to drive innovative engineering solutions in sewage treatment. This role involves collaboration with contractors and ensuring compliance with technical standards and regulations. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in design and construction. A competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered, along with a range of benefits including generous holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday, increasing with service

Contributory pension scheme

Personal Medical Assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Mechanical Engineering.
• Background in design and construction-related roles.
• Knowledge of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders on fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Work with consultants and contractors on capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and standards.
• Conduct audits for health and safety standards.
• Manage delivery risks and opportunities.

Skills

Collaboration with stakeholders

Knowledge of compliance regulations

Design and construction background

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Join Us as a Senior Project Engineer – Shape the Future of Water and Wastewater Infrastructure.

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on communities and the environment? As a Senior Project Engineer at Thames Water, you'll be at the forefront of transforming and modernising our sewage treatment works. Your expertise will drive the delivery of innovative, cost‑effective, and resilient engineering solutions that protect public health, preserve ecosystems, and support sustainable growth.

In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate closely with contractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet our rigorous technical standards and quality benchmarks. You'll be empowered to lead projects that matter – bringing engineering excellence to life while contributing to a cleaner, greener future.

Responsibilities

• You’ll collaborate with diverse internal stakeholders, including engineers, asset management, and operations, shaping fit‑for‑purpose solutions and influencing innovation, value for money, and resilience.
• You’ll work closely with consultants and contractors on large and complex capital projects, ensuring their delivery.
• You will ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, policies, standards, and expectations so that solutions are delivered safely and meet the technical and environmental requirements of the Project Brief.
• You will support Thames Water’s ‘triple zero’ Health, Safety, and Well‑being vision by conducting audits and reviewing Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Safe Systems of Work to achieve zero incidents, zero harm, and zero compromise.
• You will identify and support the management of delivery risks and opportunities.
• You will contribute to the creation of Project Briefs and respond to RFIs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Be educated to a degree level in Mechanical Engineering.
• Have a background in design and construction‑related roles.
• Be aware of applying the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015).

Nice‑to‑haves

• Technical knowledge and expertise of pumping systems and mechanical package plant, and the ability to work with various engineering disciplines to create fully operational solutions.
• Disability Confident status.

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. In certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people.

Company Information

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Working at Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse experience. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits.

We are committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – maximum of 12% – 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well‑being.

Location and Working Hours

Hybrid – Clearwater Court with travel to Oxford Sewage Treatment Works. The successful candidate will be required to be on‑site for 2 to 3 days a week. 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday, we are open to part‑time and full‑time hours.

Application Note

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.