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Water Civil Engineering Lead

Egis in the UK

Manchester

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Civil Engineering Lead in the UK Water Sector. This role offers the chance to drive growth, innovation, and sustainability while working on iconic projects that connect communities and protect the environment. Collaborate with a talented team to develop market-leading services and foster relationships with clients. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and have experience in water engineering, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a mission that values sustainability and community, and help shape a better future.

Qualifications

Experience in the UK Water Sector with a strong understanding of climate challenges.
Chartered member of CIWEM, ICE, or IStructE.

Responsibilities

Support business development opportunities and contribute to UK Water Strategy.
Develop and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Team Leadership

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

MEng in Civil Engineering

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Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients, across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. The Egis Group has more than 50 years of experience and a team of 19,500 employees in over 120 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

Job Description

Are you ready to be a key member of our Water team, driving growth, innovation and sustainability in the UK Water Sector?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing and innovative team. As our Civil Engineering Lead, based in the UK, you will report to the Director of Water and help grow the team and the business, building on the capabilities of Egis water and engineering professionals around the world.

As an ambitious professional with plenty of experience, you will have a background in the UK Water Sector with a good understanding of the challenges it faces as it adapts to a changing climate and increasing population. Your role will involve working with the UK Director of Water to help foster growth within our core team, collaborating with peers across all disciplines and developing existing and new relationships with clients to maximize our combined offerings and secure new wins.

What you’ll do

Network and support business development opportunities
Contribute to UK Water Strategy to identify growth areas and opportunities
Support in recruitment and development of team
Develop and maintain relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders
Provide technical and expert advice to clients, manage and deliver projects
Collaborate with wider Egis teams to develop market leading and innovative services to our clients

Key Attributes

Hands on, delivery and client focused
Energised with a positive and strong work ethic
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Ability to build relationships with and manage internal and external stakeholders
Excellent business development and work winning skills
People management and team leadership experience
Decisive and calm under pressure

Qualifications

BEng or MEng in Civil, Water or Environmental Engineering disciplines
Chartered member of a professional institution such as CIWEM, ICE, IStructE etc.
Demonstrable client, contractor or consultancy experience in UK Water Sector
Experience in the technical delivery of water and wastewater engineering projects, ideally including treatment schemes and/or pipeline design
Experience of working on environmentally focused water engineering projects such as river and coastal engineering
Experience of working collaboratively in multi-disciplinary design teams, including environmental and sustainability
Knowledge of current UK water industry standards and regulations
Experience of each stage in the design cycle from concept, feasibility, detailed design, construction and commissioning
Experience working in D&B environment

Additional information

Please upload your Resume, Cover Letter and any other supporting documentation where asked within your application. Ensure you consider the skills and experience needed for this role and include in your application.

Must have the right to work in the UK.

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

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