Water/Wastewater Section Head
We are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Section Head to lead the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role will provide technical direction, operational oversight and people leadership across a multidisciplinary team, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and to the required quality standards. The successful candidate will manage the section’s workload, resources and performance while supporting business development, client relationships and the continued growth of technical capability.
Key responsibilities will include leading the planning, design and delivery of water and wastewater projects, including treatment facilities, pumping stations, pipelines, networks and associated infrastructure. You will review and approve technical work, establish project programmes and budgets, monitor delivery against agreed objectives, and identify and manage technical, commercial and operational risks. The role will also involve coordinating internal teams, contractors, consultants and stakeholders; preparing proposals and fee estimates; contributing to business strategies; and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, health and safety requirements and environmental obligations. You will mentor engineers and other technical staff, promote knowledge sharing, and support recruitment, performance development and succession planning.
Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in civil, environmental, water engineering or a related discipline, with substantial professional experience in the water and wastewater sector. Demonstrable experience managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex infrastructure projects is essential, together with strong knowledge of industry standards, design principles, construction practices and regulatory requirements. Professional registration or chartered status is desirable. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, commercial awareness and problem-solving skills are required, along with the ability to prioritise competing demands and make sound decisions in a deadline-driven environment. A collaborative leadership style, commitment to technical excellence and willingness to support innovation and continuous improvement will be highly valued.
Water/Wastewater Section Head
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