Technical Lead

LJB & Co; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK project delivery partner is seeking a Technical Lead in Fareham to oversee wastewater design compliance and approvals. The role involves stakeholder coordination, regulatory oversight, and maintaining technical governance to meet industry standards. With a salary of £65,000 and hybrid working options, this position offers significant responsibility within a growing team.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Day rate arrangement available

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in utilities engineering design in the UK.
• Design engineering background preferred.
• Must be commutable to Fareham.

Responsibilities

• Lead review and approval of wastewater design packages.
• Ensure compliance with UK water industry regulations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and contractors for design issues.

Skills

Utilities Engineering Design

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Design Assurance

Job description

Technical Lead – Fareham – Wastewater

We are partnering with a ‘cradle to grave’ project delivery partner specialising in planning, commercial and project management. Due to continued growth in their team, they are seeking a Technical Lead to review and sign off on design work for a Tier 1 Contract in the Utilities Sector.

Responsibilities

·Technical Review & Design Assurance

Lead the review and approval of wastewater design packages to ensure they meet client requirements, project objectives, and UK utility sector standards, including relevant Water UK and WRc specifications.

·Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

Ensure all design submissions comply with UK water industry regulations, including those set by OFWAT, the Environment Agency, and applicable local Water and Sewerage Companies (WaSCs).

·Stakeholder & Utility Liaison

Coordinate closely with internal client teams, design consultants, contractors, and statutory undertakers to ensure timely resolution of design issues and alignment with utility approval processes.

·Constructability & Operational Risk Review

Assess designs for constructability, long-term operability, and maintenance implications, providing value-engineering input while ensuring they remain compliant with UK wastewater infrastructure standards.

·Documentation & Technical Governance

Maintain clear records of design review outcomes, approval decisions, and technical communications in accordance with the client’s governance framework and UK utility documentation standards.

Requirements

Must have 5+ years’ experience in utilities engineering design in the UK

Ideal candidate will come from a design engineering background

Must be based within commutable distance of Fareham

Benefits

£65,000 per annum + Hybrid working + Day rate arrangement available