Principal Civil Engineer Water Wastewater Infrastructure

1 week ago


Manchester, United Kingdom GHD Full time

DescriptionPrincipal Civil Engineer Water Infrastructure Manchester or Leeds Hybrid (3 days/week in office) GHD Global Engineering Architecture & Environmental ConsultingGHDis seeking an experienced and driven Principal Engineer to join our expanding Water Infrastructure team in the UK. With the unprecedented scale of investment and delivery required for AMP8 this is an exciting time to join GHD. We are exceptionally well positioned to deliver major capital programmes for our clients making this a fantastic opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the UKs water sector. About the RoleAs a Principal Engineer at GHD you will:Lead the technical deliveryof water and wastewater infrastructure projects from feasibility through detailed design and construction support.Oversee multidisciplinary design teams integrating civil process and MEICA (Mechanical Electrical Instrumentation Control & Automation) disciplines.Champion innovation safety quality and commercial performance across all project stages.Act as Discipline Lead on large/complex projects managing scope schedule budget risks and change control.Provide construction-phase support technical clarifications and resolve non-routine issues. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design of wastewater infrastructure (e.g. CSOs UIDs sewer rehabilitation SUDS storage rising mains gravity pipelines outfalls).Oversee network and drainage modelling (InfoWorks ICM MicroDrainage) including defining scope QA and validation.Coordinate process/MEICA designs and manage technical interfaces with vendors.Drive digital delivery improvements BIM protocols and document control.Mentor and coach engineers fostering a culture of safety quality and continuous improvement.Lead proposals and fee estimates for major frameworks and capital delivery programmes.Build trusted relationships with clients regulators and contractors to secure repeat business. About YouWere looking for someone who brings:Chartered Engineer status (e.g. CEng MICE) or equivalent senior professional standing.10 years experience in water/wastewater infrastructure design and delivery within consultancy or utility frameworks.Advanced technical expertise in wastewater networks and assets network modelling and hydraulic analysis.Proficiency in InfoWorks ICM MicroDrainage and ideally Flood Modeller Pro TUFLOW GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS) Civil 3D/Revit.Demonstrable leadership in multidisciplinary coordination vendor reviews and constructability.Strong communication stakeholder engagement and business development skills.A collaborative commercially aware and client-centric approach. What GHD OffersThe chance to be at the forefront of AMP8 delivery working on some of the UKs most significant and high-profile water infrastructure projects.Hybrid working: 3 days/week in our Manchester or Leeds office.Supportive team culture and professional development pathways.Competitive salary and benefits package.A global network of experts and resources.A dynamic environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of major capital delivery programmes and your own career progression. Ready to make a meaningful impact in water infrastructure and take your career to the next levelLets connect wed love to hear from you.Required Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Jenkins,Ruby,Python,Active Directory,Cloud,PowerShell,Windows,AWS,Linux,SAN,Java,Troubleshoot,Backup,Puppet,hardware Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1



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