Technical Director Civil Engineering

3 weeks ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom Aqua Consultants Full time

We are currently seeking to recruit for a Technical Director Civil Engineering (Water) to join us here at Aqua Consultants. This would be a full-time, permanent position.


What we do:

Aqua Consultants are a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing a wide range of Asset Management, Engineering and Commercial services to our clients across the water, energy and environment sectors, across the UK.


Who we are:

Aqua is established on a solid foundation of diversity - diversity of skills, cultures, personalities, perspectives and experiences. It is this diversity that unifies our team and enables us to offer holistic and innovative solutions to our clients most pressing needs.


The 'Aqua' culture is a set of values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that creates a family-like environment within our workplace, something we call the 'Aqua Family.'


We are an ambitious team who live our values of Growth, Accountability, Integrity Innovation, Empathy and Fun.


Our Vision - Growth through SHARED CAPABILITY

Our Mission - Growing sustainable value for future generations


Aqua is also part of the Adler and Allan Group, allowing us to utilise and share capability amongst over 1000 employees within the UK.


What we would like to offer you:

  • Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
  • 24 days annual leave + Bank holidays + option to purchase additional leave
  • Pension scheme (6% employer, 4% employee)
  • Company mobile phone and laptop provided
  • Training and career progression opportunities
  • Professional Membership fees paid
  • Life Assurance Scheme 4 x annual salary
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and Mental Health Support)
  • Medicash cash plan (Money back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, glasses, contact lenses)
  • Refer a friend scheme


ROLE DESCRIPTION


ROLE DESCRIPTION

Location(s): Hybrid work. Opportunity to work from our offices in Bradford, Exeter, Leeds, Birmingham and Gateshead.

Sector: Predominantly working within the Water industry but may cover wider utilities and infrastructure.

Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Structural engineering. Chartered Engineer, Member of IStructE or ICE


Skills and experience:

       Experience of the water / utilities sector is preferred, with a professional network within water and sewerage companies.

       Detailed knowledge of structural engineering codes - Eurocodes / BSI etc

       Extensive experience of RC design and detailing including water retaining structures, soil retaining structures, foundation design.

       Experience of steelwork design.

       Knowledge of geotechnics and soil-structure interactions.

       Ability to prepare, review and approve structural designs.

       Knowledge of computational analysis techniques and software, knowledge of BIM is an advantage.

       Ability to inspect, diagnose and make recommendations relating to re-use or adaptation of existing structures.

       Knowledge of established and emerging construction techniques.

       Ability to supervise, train and mentor junior engineers.

       Track record of commitment to sustainability: re-use of existing structures and materials; design for low carbon construction, etc

       Ability to take a leading role in project and business management - resource planning, fee estimation etc.

       Strong commercial experience and understanding of cost and contract management.


Personal Attributes:

       Takes ownership of the role and provides leadership in growing Aqua's capability, including recruitment of civil / structural engineering staff

       Collaborative team player - ability to lead and participate in multi-disciplinary teams.

       Client facing - ability to forge and maintain excellent Client relationships

       Excellent communicator - able to explain complex structural concepts to a range of audiences including Clients, Contractors, junior and senior colleagues.

       Supportive and mentoring towards colleagues.


CORE RESPONSIBILITIES


*Please note this is not an exhaustive list but gives a flavour of the work to be undertaken*

This is a consultant role and it is likely the post holder will be seconded into one of Aqua's clients on a part time or full time basis on an occasional or permanent basis.


Key responsibilities include;

  • Take a leading role in the development and delivery of Aqua's civil structural engineering services.
  • Apply their knowledge and experience, either working independently or supervising a team.
  • Undertake technical design and analysis for both new build and existing steel, reinforced above and below ground concrete civil structures, using appropriate structural analysis and design packages, following local and national guidance.
  • Collaborate and form relationships with others at all levels, both inside and outside Aqua to support multi-disciplinary project delivery.
  • Lead and implement high levels of quality assurance, and consider sustainability and safety, at all stages of the design and asset lifecycle.
  • Support the preparation of briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
  • Successfully manage time and budgets to project milestones and programmes.
  • Contribute to the growth and development of yourself and others.

Why Aqua Consultants?

We are a fast growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job - Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You'll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career.


Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.

If you feel you have the skills, personality, and experience, please apply today

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