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Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role would suit an experienced engineering professional with a strong understanding of civil, mechanical or process engineering principles and a genuine interest in developing sustainable solutions for the water sector.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary project team, you will contribute to projects from initial concept and design through to construction, commissioning and completion. You will help ensure that work is delivered safely, efficiently, within budget and to the required technical and quality standards.

Key responsibilities Supporting the planning, design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects. Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, drawings, specifications, calculations and project reports. Co-ordinating with clients, contractors, consultants, suppliers and internal engineering teams. Monitoring programme, costs, risks, quality and technical performance throughout the project lifecycle. Assisting with site surveys, inspections, testing, commissioning and handover activities. Identifying technical issues and developing practical, compliant and cost-effective solutions. Ensuring that all activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, health and safety requirements and environmental policies. Contributing to design reviews, risk assessments, progress meetings and continuous improvement initiatives. About you

You will have experience in a project engineering or design delivery role within the water, wastewater, utilities, construction or wider infrastructure sector. A relevant degree or professional qualification in civil, mechanical, process or environmental engineering is desirable, together with an understanding of project management principles and engineering standards.

You should be confident interpreting technical information, managing competing priorities and communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders. Strong organisational skills, commercial awareness and attention to detail are essential. Experience with design software, project management systems or water industry standards would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically varied projects while developing your expertise within a supportive and collaborative engineering environment.

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Project Engineer/Manager – Water and Wastewater

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Project Engineer/Manager to deliver water and wastewater infrastructure projects from concept through to completion. This role will suit a technically capable and commercially aware professional who can manage multiple projects, coordinate stakeholders and ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

Key responsibilities Lead the planning, design, procurement and delivery of water and wastewater projects. Manage project programmes, budgets, risks, resources and change control processes. Coordinate consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle. Review technical specifications, drawings, calculations, risk assessments and construction documentation. Monitor progress on site, ensuring compliance with quality, environmental, health and safety requirements. Prepare progress reports, cost forecasts, technical updates and project documentation for stakeholders. Support the resolution of technical issues, programme challenges and commercial matters. Ensure projects meet relevant legislation, industry standards, client requirements and regulatory obligations. About you

You will have proven experience delivering water, wastewater or wider utilities projects, ideally within a regulated or infrastructure environment. A degree or HNC/HND qualification in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management or a related discipline is desirable. Relevant professional membership or chartership would be advantageous.

Strong knowledge of project management principles, construction practices, contract administration and health and safety legislation is required. Experience with NEC contracts, design coordination, asset upgrades, treatment works, pumping stations, pipelines or associated infrastructure would be beneficial.

What you will bring Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. A structured and proactive approach to planning and problem-solving. Commercial awareness and confidence managing budgets and project risks. The ability to interpret technical information and make sound, practical decisions. Strong IT skills, including experience with project management and reporting systems. A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to project and site locations.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure projects while developing your career in a collaborative and technically focused environment.

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Wastewater Design Engineer / Project Engineer

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Wastewater Design Engineer / Project Engineer to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role will involve taking projects from initial concept through detailed design, construction and completion, while ensuring technical quality, safety, cost control and regulatory compliance.

Working collaboratively with clients, contractors, consultants and internal teams, you will provide practical engineering solutions for wastewater treatment, pumping, collection and associated infrastructure. You will be expected to manage multiple priorities, communicate clearly with stakeholders and contribute to the successful delivery of projects to programme and budget.

Key responsibilities Develop and review wastewater designs, calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports. Manage design activities throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and optioneering to construction and commissioning. Coordinate multidisciplinary design interfaces, identifying and resolving technical issues promptly. Support project planning, programming, cost estimation, risk management and change control. Attend site visits, design reviews, progress meetings and technical workshops as required. Provide engineering support during construction, including responding to technical queries and reviewing contractor submissions. Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, health and safety requirements and environmental obligations. Assist with commissioning, handover documentation and lessons-learned activities. About you

You will be a qualified civil, mechanical or environmental engineer with proven experience in wastewater, water or related infrastructure projects. You should have a sound understanding of wastewater processes, hydraulic principles, asset design and construction methodologies, together with the ability to interpret technical information and make well-informed engineering decisions.

Experience using relevant design and project management software would be advantageous. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a wider project team. A proactive, organised approach and commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions are equally important.

What is offered

This role offers the opportunity to work on technically varied wastewater projects, develop your professional expertise and contribute to infrastructure that supports communities and the environment. A competitive package, ongoing development opportunities and a collaborative working environment are available.

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Project Engineering Manager – Water/Wastewater Florida

An experienced Project Engineering Manager is required to lead the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Florida. This is a senior position for a technically strong professional who can combine engineering expertise with effective project leadership, client management and commercial awareness.

You will oversee projects from early concept and planning through design, permitting, construction support and completion. Working with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, utilities and regulatory stakeholders, you will ensure that solutions are technically sound, compliant, practical and delivered to agreed timescales and budgets.

Key responsibilities Manage the engineering delivery of water and wastewater treatment, collection, distribution and conveyance projects. Lead multidisciplinary design teams, allocate resources and review technical deliverables. Develop scopes, fee proposals, budgets, schedules and project execution plans. Act as a senior point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and identifying opportunities for continued support. Coordinate with permitting authorities, utility providers, contractors and other project stakeholders. Monitor quality, health and safety, risk, programme and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. Provide technical guidance, mentor engineers and support the development of project delivery processes. Assist with business development, pursuit strategies and the preparation of bids and presentations. About you

You will have a degree in civil, environmental or water resources engineering, together with substantial experience delivering water and wastewater projects. Professional Engineer registration in Florida, or the ability to obtain it, is highly desirable. Experience with local regulatory requirements, treatment processes, hydraulic modelling, pipelines, pump stations or utility infrastructure will be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be confident managing competing priorities, communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences, and making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, commercial judgement and a collaborative leadership style are essential. Regular travel to project and client sites may be required, along with a valid driving licence.

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We are seeking a Water and Wastewater Hydraulic Lead Project Engineer to provide technical leadership across the planning, design and delivery of complex water, wastewater and drainage infrastructure projects. You will lead hydraulic assessments and develop robust, cost-effective solutions for treatment works, pumping stations, rising mains, sewer networks, clean water systems, storage facilities and associated assets. Working closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and clients, you will help shape projects from feasibility and optioneering through detailed design, construction and commissioning.

Your responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing hydraulic models, calculations, technical reports, specifications and design deliverables; assessing system capacity, performance, resilience and operational risks; and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, sustainability and whole-life value. You will coordinate multidisciplinary design activities, manage technical interfaces, provide guidance to junior engineers and ensure that work is delivered in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, health and safety requirements and quality procedures. You will also contribute to project programmes, budgets, risk registers and technical reviews, while supporting tenders, client presentations, site investigations and construction-stage technical queries.

The successful candidate will hold a degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, water engineering or a related discipline, with substantial experience in hydraulic design and project delivery within the water or wastewater sector. Experience with industry-standard hydraulic modelling and design software, together with a strong understanding of UK water industry standards, regulatory requirements and sustainable design principles, is essential. Chartered or working towards Chartered Engineer status would be advantageous. You will be an effective communicator with strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, able to influence stakeholders and make sound technical decisions in a project environment. A proactive approach, attention to detail and the ability to lead teams while managing competing priorities are key to success in this role.

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We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects from initial concept through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in civil, process, mechanical or electrical projects who is confident working across multidisciplinary teams and managing the technical, commercial and programme requirements of complex schemes. You will contribute to the successful delivery of projects that improve essential water and wastewater services and provide long-term value to customers and communities.

Your responsibilities will include developing and reviewing designs, specifications, scopes of work and technical documentation; coordinating consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders; and monitoring project progress against agreed time, cost, quality and safety objectives. You will support procurement and tender activities, assess technical submissions, manage design interfaces and help resolve construction or commissioning issues. The role will also involve attending site meetings, carrying out inspections, reviewing risk assessments and method statements, maintaining accurate project records and contributing to progress reporting. You will ensure that works comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, contract requirements and environmental obligations, while promoting a strong culture of health, safety and quality.

Applicants should hold a relevant engineering qualification and have practical experience delivering projects within the water, wastewater, utilities, construction or related infrastructure sectors. A sound understanding of project management principles, construction processes, design coordination and relevant health and safety requirements is essential. Experience with contract administration, cost control, risk management and commissioning would be advantageous. You should be organised, commercially aware and able to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, contractors and technical specialists. The ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and make informed decisions in a changing environment is important. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project and operational sites may be required.

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We are seeking a Project Engineer to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects from design through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to contribute to technically challenging schemes that improve essential public services and support resilient, sustainable communities.

The role will involve developing and reviewing technical designs, specifications, drawings and calculations for water and wastewater assets, including treatment facilities, pumping stations, pipelines and associated civil, mechanical or electrical infrastructure. You will work closely with project managers, clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers to ensure that projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget. Key responsibilities will include coordinating design activities, preparing technical reports and project documentation, supporting the procurement process, reviewing contractor submissions, monitoring progress and assisting with commissioning and handover. You will also identify technical risks, resolve engineering issues and ensure that work complies with relevant legislation, industry standards, specifications and health and safety requirements.

Applicants should have a degree or equivalent qualification in civil, mechanical, electrical or environmental engineering, together with relevant experience in the water or wastewater sector. A sound understanding of project delivery, construction methods, contract management and quality assurance is desirable. Experience with industry-standard design and project management tools would be advantageous, as would professional membership or progress towards chartership. You will need strong analytical, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and build effective relationships at all levels. A proactive approach, attention to detail and a commitment to delivering practical, sustainable engineering solutions are essential. A full driving licence may be required, depending on project location.

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We are seeking a Project Engineer specialising in water and wastewater to support the successful delivery of essential infrastructure projects. This role will involve contributing to projects from initial concept and design through to construction, commissioning and handover. You will work closely with project managers, design teams, contractors, clients and other stakeholders to ensure that work is delivered safely, efficiently, to the required quality standards and within agreed budgets and timescales.

Key responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing technical specifications, drawings, calculations, schedules and project documentation; coordinating design activities and resolving technical queries; monitoring progress, costs, risks and changes; and supporting procurement, site delivery, testing and commissioning activities. You will attend site meetings and inspections, provide technical guidance to delivery teams, and help ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, environmental requirements and health and safety procedures. The role may also involve assisting with tenders, assessing contractor submissions, producing progress reports and maintaining accurate project records.

Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in civil, mechanical, electrical or environmental engineering, ideally with experience in water, wastewater or related infrastructure projects. You will need a sound understanding of engineering principles, project delivery processes, construction methods and applicable health and safety requirements. Experience working with utility clients, contractors, consultants or regulatory bodies would be advantageous, as would familiarity with design and project management software. Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential, together with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A proactive approach, attention to detail and a commitment to delivering reliable, sustainable solutions are also required. This is an opportunity to contribute to projects that support resilient water services and deliver meaningful benefits to communities and the environment.

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We are seeking a Project Engineer – Water/Wastewater to support the delivery of infrastructure and treatment projects from concept through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to contribute to the design, construction and commissioning of schemes that improve water supply, wastewater treatment and environmental performance. You will work closely with project managers, design consultants, contractors, clients and regulatory stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical standards.

Responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing technical specifications, drawings, calculations, scopes of work and method statements; coordinating multi-disciplinary design activities; monitoring programme, cost, quality and risk; and providing engineering support throughout construction and commissioning. You will attend site meetings, undertake inspections, resolve technical issues and support the management of change. The role will also involve reviewing contractor submissions, assisting with procurement and tender activities, maintaining accurate project records, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, health and safety requirements and environmental obligations.

Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in civil, mechanical, electrical, process or environmental engineering, with relevant experience in the water or wastewater sector. A strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes, pipelines, pumping systems, utilities or associated infrastructure is desirable. You will need excellent communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to interpret technical information, and confidence working with stakeholders at all levels. Experience of project controls, contract administration and construction delivery would be advantageous. A structured, proactive approach and a commitment to quality, safety and sustainable engineering are essential. The role may require travel to project sites and occasional work outside standard office hours.

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We are seeking a Wastewater Design Engineer / Project Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality wastewater and water infrastructure projects from concept through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer, or a technically strong professional ready to progress, to work on a varied portfolio of treatment, collection and associated civil engineering schemes. You will contribute to projects across the full lifecycle, collaborating with clients, contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, compliant and cost-effective solutions.

Your responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing wastewater process and civil designs, calculations, specifications, drawings, schedules and technical reports. You will assist with feasibility studies, optioneering, design development, construction support and commissioning activities, ensuring that deliverables meet relevant standards, regulatory requirements and project objectives. The role will also involve coordinating design interfaces, managing technical risks, responding to site queries, reviewing contractor submissions and supporting project programmes, budgets and change control. You may also be required to attend site visits and meetings, monitor progress and provide technical guidance to less experienced colleagues.

Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in civil, environmental, chemical or process engineering, with demonstrable experience in wastewater, water or related infrastructure design and project delivery. Knowledge of treatment processes, hydraulic principles, drainage systems, CDM requirements and relevant UK standards would be advantageous. Experience using design and technical software, together with the ability to produce accurate documentation and communicate complex information clearly, is essential. We are looking for an organised and proactive professional who can manage competing priorities, work effectively both independently and within a team, and build positive relationships with stakeholders. Chartered or working towards chartered status is desirable, as is experience of delivering projects in a regulated utilities or consultancy environment.

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