Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater (Engineer, Senior, Principal)

About the role

We are seeking Project Engineers at various levels to join our growing water team, delivering a diverse portfolio of civil, mechanical and electrical water infrastructure projects across the UK. The role offers the chance to lead technically challenging and commercially significant projects from inception through to handover.

Key responsibilities

• Lead projects through the full lifecycle, from inception to handover and closure.
• Coordinate multi‑disciplinary feasibility and design teams across civil, mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, colleagues and supply‑chain partners to ensure safe, high‑quality outcomes within agreed scope, time and cost.
• Manage project risks, changes and contract requirements, preferably under NEC4 contracts.

Required profile

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Proven experience delivering water or wastewater projects in the UK.
• Strong ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Willingness to progress towards chartered status if not already achieved.

Required skills

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• NEC4 contract knowledge