Associate Director Clean Water Process in Bristol

Shape the Future of our cities and environments. Are you a Clean Water Process Engineer who is passionate about making the world a better place? Join AtkinsRéalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments. We offer hybrid working with 3 days per week on site and the role is based in Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Swansea, Birmingham or Derby offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Clean Water Process Engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects following relevant national and project specific design codes and standards, to high-quality levels.
• Lead on the development of project design deliverables for Clean Water Process aspects of complex multi-disciplinary projects and work with the project management team to manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Manage production, review and approve technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations and scopes of work.
• Provide technical leadership within the discipline for the regional and national D&AT practice and influence D&AT practice wide initiatives, recommending best practices to improve internal processes and services.
• Grow, develop and manage the Clean Water Process Engineering capabilities within the regional and/or national practice.
• Work independently with guidance in even the most challenging situations, exercising personal judgement to solve difficult problems and providing guidance to junior team members.
• Advise client, operational, project or service activities within project teams and wider D&AT practice initiatives.
• Manage or collaborate on technical aspects of bid proposals.
• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.

About You

• A degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Chemical or Process Engineer.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale Clean Water Process engineering design delivery for a design consultancy including within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions and challenges the status quo.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge and broad expertise in drinking water treatment process and principles – conventional and advanced treatment technologies.
• Demonstrates exemplary communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Expert knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices, including CDM Regulations.
• Experience in the UK Water market is preferred.
• A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success across projects and the wider AtkinsRéalis D&AT practice.
• Comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of five years or longer. If you are applying to this role please do not reference your current or previously held security clearance details in your application or CV.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees.