Principal Civil Engineer – Waste Infra

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Principal Civil Engineer – Waste Infra

Derby or Coventry

My client is looking for a Principal Civil Design Engineer to join their Waste Networks team on a permanent basis, so if you are you a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer with experience in designing infrastructure water/wastewater projects then we want to hear from you.

This is the perfect opportunity to be directly making an impact on the people around you.

Sounds interesting? Then, read on.

Reporting to the Design manager, the Principal Civil Design Engineer will provide design and oversight of technical solutions for wastewater infrastructure schemes for the Waste Networks team. You will undertake feasibility, evaluation and assessment for various wastewater projects within agreed timescales and budgets. You will create civil designs and specifications and support the wider design team.

On a day-to-day basis, you will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, and support various project delivery teams. You will undertake high level appraisal and feasibility of conceptual designs to create innovative and efficient TOTEX solutions, undertaking the role of Principal Designer in accordance with CDM regulations. You will drive H&S, undertake risk management, challenge designs and ensure that appropriate support is provided to the programme team so that the solution is delivered efficiently and on time and in line with specifications.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

Ideally qualified in a technical engineering or design related discipline, and holding chartered engineer status, you will be an experienced principal design engineer with some experience in wastewater infrastructure design. You will have experience of providing designs and specifications for commercial negotiations and a proven track record of continuous development of innovative solutions in the delivery of wastewater infrastructure projects. You will have experience working with a diverse team of different skillsets and building capacity and mentoring other engineers. You will have extensive experience of implementing CDM regulations in the design process and strong understanding of risk management in construction and operational design.

You will have excellent internal and external stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people. You will be a forward-thinking innovator, capable of anticipating challenges and responding to change in a rapidly evolving environment. You will be able to make educated judgements and decisions in the face of ambiguity, and have a good grasp of the bigger picture, seeking opportunities to contribute to the wider agenda.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

As a client, they have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. They’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where they live.

With that in mind, here are just some of their favourite’s perks that you’ll get being part of the team:

*28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)

*Annual bonus scheme (based on company performance)

*Leading pension scheme – they will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)

*Sharesave – the chance to buy shares at a discounted rate

*Dedicated training and development

*Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers

*Family friendly policies

*Two volunteering days per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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