South Wales
Talented people are the key to our success.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to join our established Welsh Water delivery team, supporting the successful delivery of projects across the AMP8 portfolio. This role will form a key part of our long-standing relationship with Welsh Water, providing technical leadership and engineering expertise across a diverse programme of clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Working within an established framework team, you will contribute to the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of projects while supporting the development of junior engineers and site teams.
Reporting to the Site Agent, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to develop their career within a collaborative and growing water business.
About The Role
As a Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering engineering excellence across multiple framework projects, ensuring that works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with programme, quality and technical requirements.
You will play a key role in planning project activities, managing engineering processes and supporting site operations, while also mentoring and developing less experienced members of the team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing engineering leadership and technical support throughout project delivery.
- Planning and coordinating engineering activities to support successful project outcomes.
- Ensuring works are undertaken in compliance with specifications, drawings and quality standards.
- Supervising and mentoring junior engineers and site-based technical staff.
- Supporting the Site Agent in the planning and delivery of construction activities.
- Monitoring site operations and providing engineering solutions to technical challenges.
- Assisting with programme management and progress monitoring.
- Managing engineering records, documentation and quality assurance requirements.
- Supporting the implementation of health, safety and environmental standards.
- Coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of engineering and delivery processes.
- Assisting with site supervision and construction management activities where required.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships within the framework environment.
What We’re Looking For
- Demonstrable experience within a construction, utilities or infrastructure environment.
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and construction techniques.
- Experience supporting the delivery of civil engineering projects from planning through to completion.
- Ability to manage engineering activities while maintaining quality, safety and programme objectives.
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior engineers and technical teams.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within the clean water and/or wastewater industry.
- Previous involvement in water infrastructure projects delivered under framework arrangements.
- Knowledge of construction techniques associated with water and wastewater treatment, pipelines, storage facilities or related infrastructure.
Qualifications
- HND, Degree Apprenticeship or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Relevant professional membership or working towards professional accreditation would be advantageous.
Key Competencies
- Technical engineering expertise
- Leadership and people development
- Planning and organisation
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Quality and compliance management
- Communication and collaboration
- Client relationship management
- Safety leadership
- Continuous improvement mindset
What is in it for you?
Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
- Flexible and adaptable working
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual bonus scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
- We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.
About The Water Aviation And Highways Business Unit
Our Water team designs, builds, and maintains vital UK water infrastructure, ensuring secure water supply and wastewater services. We work with major water companies to create resilient facilities, reduce flood risks, and improve environmental outcomes. Currently, we participate in the Welsh Water AMP7 and AMP8 frameworks and have secured projects with Wessex Water for the next five years. These long-term framework agreements are part of a national £88 billion investment, requiring a collaborative and agile approach to meet the industry’s challenges. We are also actively bidding works with Other Water and Environment Frameworks. Our Highways team delivers comprehensive services, from major national projects to local schemes, improving road journeys for millions daily. With expertise in tunnelling, bridges, and more, we provide end-to-end project support, including design, integration, and construction. Current projects include concrete road replacements for National Highways and the Scheme Delivery Framework again for National Highways. Our Aviation Business has secured a new Framework with Gatwick Airport and looking for other opportunities.
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
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