Water Science Manager

6 days ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom RPS Group Full time

Key Role Summary:

We are looking for a Water Science Manager to join our Environmental Compliance and Ground Engineering Team.

Purpose of Role:

The Water Science Manager will be responsible for the management of the Water Science (Hydrogeology/Hydrochemistry) of the SW Environment Team. Acting as a Project Manager, contributing towards the success of the office through the effective and efficient delivery of projects, development of key client relationships and the securing of new business.

Key Contacts and Relationships:

Internal:

SW Environment Team Section Heads and Directors Associated Technical teams across the Region and Division Support Functions (Finance, HR, Bids and Marketing)

External:

Existing and New Clients Environment Agency Natural Resources Wales

Key Responsibilities:

I. Project Management:

Plan, review and manage own projects ensuring client requirements and deadlines are met in accordance with the QA system Take accountability for own projects, monitoring both performance and finances

II. Quality Control and Advice:

Quality control the output of projects in accordance with the approved QA system including preparing project plans and fee agreements Ensure quality advice is provided and work meets the required standard

III. Business Development:

Contributing to the development of the SW Environment Team business including work winning and marketing Provide weekly/monthly reports as requested by Technical Director Support client management in conjunction with Directors

IV. Team Management:

Responsible for interfacing with other section heads and Directors to ensure appropriate use and deployment of staff and resources to meet the team's operational and project needs Undertake appraisals and development of direct staff reportees Supervise and support junior members of staff where relevant

Key Skills and Qualifications:

Leadership skills and ability to manage a team Strong report writing skills Good communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills Ability to support / supervise junior members of the team Good financial and project management skills Ability to build and maintain working relationships both internally and externally Ability to identify opportunities for securing new business / clients Responsible for contributing towards own professional development Good technical knowledge in area of expertise

What's in it for you?

We will provide you with a competitive salary, opportunities to invest and many other benefits including: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Option to purchase up to 5 extra days per year Company pension scheme Group Disability Scheme Share Incentive Scheme Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme Health Screening Employee Assistance Programme (including numerous wellbeing initiatives and mental health support) Dental Cover Professional Memberships and access to BenefitHub offering discounts, cash back offers and rewards.

We're an accredited training provider – from entry level to master's degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone.

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You'll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we're happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.

A career here is far from ordinary. Here you're not a number, you're part of the solution.

What happens next?

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you'll have a conversation with one of our recruiters followed by a two-stage interview process with the Team.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we'd love to hear from you. All applications will be considered, and we will try our best to respond to you within seven working days.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Mindful that a truly inclusive organisation must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company's future.

Our Approach to Diversity and Inclusion:

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.

'Stronger Together' is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace:

'We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.'

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.

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