Wessex Water

If you're looking to further develop your engineering experience within the water industry, this could be the role for you!  

As a Project Engineer, you will be working within our Construction and Infrastructure team based in either the south or the north of our region.

You will also travel throughout our entire region which covers Bristol, Salisbury, Bournemouth, Bridgwater, and everything in between.  

What you'll do

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for the implementation of Engineering Schemes, ensuring all relevant scheme information is collated so that the construction, Electrical and Mechanical teams can carry out works to programme.

This is a challenging role that demands effective communication with all internal and external clients, including arranging and attending meetings as required. 

Your main responsibilities include:    

• overseeing all phases of engineering schemes according to the NEC3 contract
• providing technical assistance in the design phase, suggesting recommendations when required
• conducting design reviews and analysing data to develop and implement strategies
• managing work packages, ensuring adherence to client specifications, programme and budget
• liaising with various stakeholders including clients, contractors and internal departments
• attending meetings at various sites and reporting on project milestones
• working throughout the project to ensure health and safety documentation is in place 
• ensuring adherence to safety regulations and environmental compliance
• completing governance documentation and presenting to key stakeholders.

What you'll need

To be successful in this role you will have a safety-first approach, ensuring the safety of yourself, the team and the public is at the forefront of everything you do.

You will be an excellent communicator and able to communicate complex topics to a range of people with varying knowledge and understanding. 

In addition, we are ideally looking for: 

• a relevant engineering degree/equivalent certificate or time-served experience
• experience in the water, utility or construction industry 
• demonstrable experience in working independently and analysing large volumes of information (drawings, data and specifications)
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• project risk management, including safety, environmental, process, programme and budget
• experience working to Construction Design Management Regulations (CDM) 
• experience in building good working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• business/commercial awareness
• computer literacy with good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• IOSH/NEBOSH 

Due to the nature of the role, a valid driving licence is essential. You will also have your own vehicle but business mileage will be reimbursed.  

What you'll receive

• Total pension contributions up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary.
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

Who we are

We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.

The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment.

Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support.

We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need.

Sound interesting? Apply to start your application.