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Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure

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Qualifications

Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of what’s achievable?We are looking for:A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience.Proven experience within the water sector, having worked for a consultancy.Experience in conducting engineering assessments, options appraisals, engineering calculations, and/or economic appraisals.Working towards chartership or incorporated status with a relevant institution, e.g., ICE, CIWEM, etc.Experience in outline and/or detailed design, preferably of wastewater/water treatment systems or flood risk management or drainage schemes.

About the job

Kickstart your career and make a difference.

Are you prepared to innovate in the field of water infrastructure? Our dynamic, multidisciplinary Water team in the North & Midlands is seeking a talented Civil Engineer to become a vital member of our expanding team.

Our team is actively involved in prestigious, industry-leading infrastructure initiatives both in the UK and around the globe. We undertake a wide range of significant projects for water and sewerage authorities, local and national governments, and various clients. Recent local endeavors include a comprehensive upgrade of the sewage treatment facility at Wanlip in Leicestershire, serving as the leading design consultant for Severn Trent’s £76 million Mansfield Strategic Flood Resilience Project – the largest Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) retrofit project in the UK, providing technical advisory for the Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme, which offers flood protection to over 1,000 homes and 470 businesses, and delivering flood risk and drainage services for the M54-M6 Link Road in Staffordshire. Furthermore, we engage in a variety of strategic projects on a national and international scale, such as flood mitigation efforts in Al Ula, Saudi Arabia, and recently securing the role of Primary Designer for Scottish Water’s water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033.

In addition, we provide consultation to national and governmental clients such as Network Rail, DEFRA, and National Highways on design and legislative matters, positioning ourselves at the forefront of the UK water sector. Our operations encompass all phases of the design and construction lifecycle, from feasibility studies through to design, operation, maintenance, and asset management.

As part of our thriving enterprise, you will engage in rewarding multidisciplinary projects from conception to completion, crafting innovative solutions that enhance the environment and uplift communities.

Your key responsibilities include:

  • Collaborating closely with our engineers, hydraulic modellers, environmental scientists, and technical experts to deliver effective solutions for the communities we serve, contributing to technical tasks, site activities, and project management.
  • Conducting technical and feasibility assessments to evaluate practical and buildable solutions for potable water, foul water, surface water, and attenuation requirements, including detailed calculations and integration with other disciplines.
  • Participating in all design phases including feasibility studies, outline designs, detailed designs, and preparing reports and technical specifications.
  • Performing numerical analyses using advanced software tools to assess potable, surface, and wastewater systems.
  • Designing water infrastructure, such as treatment plants, pumping systems, and pipe networks, emphasizing safety in design by preparing Designer’s Risk Assessments and collaborating closely with technicians to produce comprehensive working drawings.
  • Gaining valuable on-site experience through site visits and project implementation, enhancing your understanding of how designs translate into practice.

About AECOM

Join Us. Transform the World.At AECOM, we are committed to delivering a better world. Whether enhancing your daily commute, ensuring access to clean water, or transforming city skylines, our work fosters thriving communities. As the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, we collaborate with clients to tackle the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a more exciting time to be part of AECOM. With increasing infrastructure investments globally, our services are in high demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and aspirations to join our global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers, and other professionals delivering projects that create a meaningful and tangible impact worldwide.We are united by our shared purpose to create a better world. Join us and make a difference.