Senior Project Engineer- Water

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Senior Project Engineer – Water

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to contribute to the successful delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with clients, contractors, consultants and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Based within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, you will be responsible for coordinating engineering activities from design development through to construction and completion. The role will involve managing technical interfaces, supporting project planning and providing practical solutions to engineering challenges across a range of water-related schemes.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate engineering teams across the design and delivery phases of water and wastewater projects.
  • Review designs, specifications, calculations, drawings and technical submissions for compliance, quality and constructability.
  • Work with project managers to develop programmes, monitor progress and manage technical risks, budgets and resources.
  • Provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, contractors and other project stakeholders.
  • Attend site visits, design reviews, progress meetings and technical workshops as required.
  • Support the resolution of construction issues, changes, non-conformances and project interfaces.
  • Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, industry standards, health and safety requirements and environmental objectives.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, project documentation and handover information.

About you

You will be a qualified engineer with significant experience delivering water, wastewater or wider infrastructure projects. A degree or equivalent qualification in civil, mechanical, electrical or related engineering is required, together with demonstrable experience in a senior project or technical engineering role.

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of project delivery processes, engineering standards and risk management. You will be commercially aware, highly organised and confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels. Experience working with regulated water clients, contractors or delivery partners would be advantageous.

What is offered

This role offers the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects, develop your technical and leadership skills, and contribute to essential services that support communities and the environment. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, alongside professional development and long-term career opportunities.

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Added 29/10/2026
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