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Civil Design Engineer (Water)

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RPS

Jan 18

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Sheffield

Requirements

  • Preferably degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a relevant technical subject. Postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
  • Affiliation with a professional institution like IET, InstMC, or CIWEM, or in the process of working towards membership and nearing application.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in technical design across multiple disciplines within project environments.
  • Effective motivation, influencing, and people management skills.
  • Good grasp and working knowledge of relevant British Standards, UK Industry Codes of Practice, and Water Specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Interacting with clients to grasp their specific needs and preferences.
  • Creating an outline and detailed design drawings, as well as associated construction-ready documentation.
  • Offering input into the development of Feasibility-level designs and Optioneering assessments.
  • Generating concise and well-organised design calculations, reports, drawings, and other deliverables, including both outline and detailed design drawings and relevant construction-ready documentation.
  • Collaborating with contractors, the supply chain, and various project stakeholders.
  • Mentoring and providing support for the professional development of graduate engineers.

FAQs

What type of projects will I be working on as a Civil Design Engineer (Water)?

You will be working on a range of capital delivery projects related to wastewater and clean water networks, focusing on technically demanding projects in the field of wastewater infrastructure.

Is experience in wastewater networks required for this position?

Ideally, candidates should have experience with wastewater networks and/or clean water networks.

What is the duration of the framework with United Utilities?

The framework with United Utilities is a 10-year program aimed at supporting the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

A degree in Civil Engineering or a relevant technical subject is preferred, with postgraduate qualifications considered an advantage.

What opportunities for career development are available at RPS?

RPS offers a personal development plan and a transparent career pathway, supporting your career growth as far as you wish to go.

Will I have the opportunity to mentor others in this role?

Yes, part of your responsibilities will include mentoring and providing support for the professional development of graduate engineers.

What type of workplace culture does RPS promote?

RPS promotes a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and respect, encouraging a mix of experiences and skills to foster innovation.

Are there opportunities for hybrid working?

Yes, RPS offers hybrid working as a standard practice to empower employees to create a suitable work-life balance.

Will I be part of a multi-disciplinary team?

Yes, you will be working alongside a multi-disciplinary team of water project experts.

Is affiliation with a professional institution required for this position?

While it's not mandatory, affiliation with a professional institution like IET, InstMC, or CIWEM is preferred, or you should be in the process of working towards membership.

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RPS

We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world.

Consulting
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1974
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Founded in 1970, RPS is a leading global professional services firm of 5,000 consultants and service providers. Operating in 125 countries, working across six continents we define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. We work across six sectors: property, energy, transport, water, resources, defence and government services. Our services span twelve clusters: project and program management; design and development; water services; environment; advisory and management consulting; exploration and development; planning and approvals; health, safety and risk; oceans and coastal; laboratories; training and communication and creative services. We stand out for our clients by using deep expertise to solve problems that matter, making them easy to understand and by being easy to work with.

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