Water Infrastructure Team Lead

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Water Infrastructure Team Lead to provide technical leadership across the planning, design, delivery and maintenance of water infrastructure projects. The role will involve managing a multidisciplinary team and overseeing a varied portfolio of schemes, including water supply, treatment, storage, pumping and network improvement works. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, sustainably and in line with regulatory, environmental and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities will include coordinating workloads, setting priorities and supporting the professional development of team members. You will provide technical guidance, review designs and specifications, and contribute to the preparation of business cases, investment plans, procurement documentation and project reports. Working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, regulators and other external partners, you will monitor programme, budget, risk and performance, identifying issues early and implementing effective solutions. You will also support asset management activities, operational planning and the development of long-term infrastructure strategies.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience in water infrastructure, civil engineering or a closely related discipline, together with a proven track record of leading technical teams and delivering complex capital or asset management projects. A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience is required, alongside strong knowledge of water industry standards, health and safety legislation, construction principles and project management practices. You should be an effective communicator, confident in influencing stakeholders and capable of making sound decisions in a changing environment. Experience of regulatory compliance, contractor management, risk assessment and budget control would be advantageous. A professional qualification or membership of an appropriate engineering or industry body is desirable.

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Added 19/10/2026
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