Senior Project Engineer (Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme)

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK utility company is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme in Swindon. This role entails overseeing project design, technical assurance, and stakeholder engagement, focused on making a significant environmental impact. The position offers competitive benefits aimed at professional development and includes a supportive working culture.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days

Up to 14% employer pension contribution

Performance bonus and recognition awards

Healthcare and wellness discounts

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer or equivalent experience.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development and technical assurance.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement project engineering plans.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Education

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer

Job description

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Senior Project Engineer (Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme), Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: United Utilities

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

(Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme)

About us

United Utilities (UU) is proud to be ranked #11 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion, and innovation in our workplace, fostering a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

Our mission is to deliver high-quality water for a more prosperous, greener, and healthier North West of England. We are committed to environmentally responsible services that support the economy and benefit society.

HARP (Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme) is UU's largest capital project, involving the replacement of 6 tunnel sections along the aqueduct, securing water supplies for millions and leaving a lasting legacy.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after four years, plus 8 bank holidays
• Up to 14% employer pension contribution, 21% total, and life cover
• Performance bonus, recognition awards, car allowance, healthcare, relocation support, onsite amenities, wellness discounts, and more

Our projects focus on environmental and social responsibility, offering training and development programs to support your growth and professional goals.

The role

Are you an engineer inspired to make a positive environmental and societal impact through large-scale projects? Join us as a Senior Project Engineer for HARP. You will oversee design development, technical assurance, stakeholder engagement, and ensure technical excellence across the project.

This role provides visibility into major contracts and industry partnerships, with opportunities to influence project success and stakeholder relationships. We seek a leader passionate about making a difference in the North West.

Apply now and join the UU family!

Key accountabilities

• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders for successful outcomes
• Enhance engineering processes and practices
• Develop and implement project engineering plans
• Represent engineering interests and manage risks

Skills & experience

Essential criteria include:

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer or equivalent experience
• Experience in providing senior technical advice and leading multidisciplinary projects
• Valid UK/EU driving licence

Other

We value every employee's contribution and offer competitive salary and development opportunities to support your career growth at UU.