Tasks
The Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) is a £3 billion infrastructure project led by United Utilities to upgrade the 110-kilometre Haweswater Aqueduct in the North West of England. STRABAG UK are leading the full design and construction scope of the project. The aqueduct was originally built between 1933 and 1955; the project will be replacing six aging underground tunnel sections (totalling over 50km) to secure long-term clean drinking water supply to 2.5 million people across Cumbria, Lancashire, and Greater Manchester.
- Assist in the delivery of HARP, working alongside experienced engineers within your allocated team.
- Provide day-to-day engineering support to senior engineers and other members of the project team.
- Support the preparation, review and maintenance of technical documents, drawings, reports and project records.
- Attend site visits and support construction teams by helping to resolve technical queries and communicate relevant engineering information.
- Monitor project progress, assist with identifying potential issues and help ensure works are delivered in line with project requirements, relevant standards and regulations.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors and other project stakeholders to support the safe and efficient delivery of the works.
- Develop technical knowledge and practical skills through involvement in engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
Design
Design – Support the development and delivery of engineering designs for the proposed infrastructure, working with experienced engineers to help ensure solutions are practical, safe and meet project requirements.
Planning
Planning – Assist with the planning and coordination of project activities, helping the team monitor progress, manage information and support the timely delivery of works.
Routeways
Routeways – Support the development and coordination of access routes and associated infrastructure required to facilitate construction activities across the project.
Shaft Construction
Shaft Construction – Support the construction of shafts and associated infrastructure required for the tunnelling works, gaining practical experience of site operations and engineering activities.
Please note, the role will close to applications on Monday 30th November 2026.
Qualifications
- Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work with good organisation and time management.
- A relevant Master’s / Bachelor’s degree.
- Good communication and influencing skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Skills card – CSCS Card (desired, not required).
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