Civil Engineer, Water Projects

Overview

In this Civil Engineer role within AECOM’s Water team, you’ll contribute to high-profile water and sewerage projects for UK and international clients, from feasibility to delivery. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary group to develop innovative, safe, and buildable solutions that improve communities and environments. You’ll gain on-site exposure and mentorship while advancing your design and project management skills. This is a growth-focused opportunity in a global firm dedicated to delivering a better world.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible hybrid working
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• well-being programs
• disability accommodations

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers, hydraulic modellers, environmental scientists and specialists to deliver practical solutions
• Perform feasibility studies and evaluate options for potable, foul, surface water, and attenuation needs
• Contribute to all design stages: feasibility, outline, and detailed design; prepare reports and specifications
• Carry out numerical analyses of water systems using advanced software
• Design water infrastructure components (treatment plants, pumps, networks) with safety in mind and produce working drawings
• Gain on-site experience through visits and assist project implementation
• Support team with project and client management development
• Mentor junior team members and participate in development training
• Work within cross-functional teams to deliver projects from inception to completion
• Options for flexible and hybrid working to balance delivery and development initiatives

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Experience in the water sector within a consultancy
• Experience with engineering assessments, options appraisals, and calculations
• Working towards chartership or incorporated status (e.g., ICE, CIWEM)
• Experience in outline and/or detailed design, preferably for wastewater/water treatment or flood risk/drainage schemes

• Collaborative mindset
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
• Team-oriented with mentoring inclination
• Hydraulic modelling
• Advanced numerical analysis software for water systems
• Water treatment and pump/pipeline design

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