At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead civil design projects in the water industry and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: Join Avove, a company that values your growth and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible benefits, 24 days holiday, and continuous training.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in water utilities while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Relevant degree and strong technical background in water infrastructure.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Working here isn’t just a job. You can advance your career at Avove, and we’ll reward you with a range of benefits that recognise great work. We provide full training and continuous development to help you reach your potential. We strive to create an inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves. Join us and take the next step towards a fulfilling career.
About the role
We are currently recruiting for Senior Civil Engineers to join our UK design team. In this role, you will deliver civil design across water industry projects as part of a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include leading design packages, supporting and mentoring junior staff, undertaking site visits, and producing reports, drawings, and calculations. You will support projects across the full lifecycle—from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and commissioning—within our growing Water Utilities portfolio.
Location: Due to the nature of the role, we welcome applications from candidates within a reasonable commuting distance of any of our office locations located within the Midlands, North West and North East. Travel to Brighouse for essential meetings will be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce and check design concepts, calculations, design details, drawing specifications and other technical documents.
- Undertake supervision of junior design team members to help ensure timely project delivery is achieved within budget and in accordance with the specification.
- Assist in the professional development of project team members.
- Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the budget for projects including the planning, monitoring, and reporting of project resources and finances.
- Prepare and check feasibility studies, appraisal / assessment reports and other written documents.
- Comply with the requirements of the companies Integrated Management System including Health & Safety, Environmental and all other appropriate regulations.
Skills & Experience Required
- Candidates should have a relevant degree qualification preferably with an additional professional qualification(s). Please note candidates with qualifications that do not fully match the above criteria but have relevant equivalent experience are invited to apply.
- Strong technical background in the design of Water / Wastewater infrastructure and Non infrastructure works. We welcome applicants from all relevant related disciplines and backgrounds.
- Computer literate and conversant with the MS Office suite with a basic knowledge of engineering packages such as AutoCAD.
- Strong written and oral communication and organisational skills and to produce reports in clear concise English.
- Proven ability to lead and work within a team environment with a dedicated approach to meet project deadlines.
- Client focused approach to service delivery.
- Self-motivated with the drive to achieve continuous improvement targets.
- Strong Health and Safety focus.
What’s in it for you
We offer a rewarding salary that is tailored to your skills and experience. But that’s not all! We celebrate hard work and give recognition to our colleagues. In addition to this, we understand that one size doesn’t fit all so everyone has access to a variety of flexible benefits that work for you. 24 days holiday plus.
Senior Civil Engineer in Southampton employer: Avove Utilities
At Avove, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters career advancement and personal growth for our Senior Civil Engineers. With a commitment to continuous training, a supportive and inclusive work culture, and a range of flexible benefits tailored to individual needs, we ensure that our employees feel valued and empowered. Join us in the Midlands, North West, or North East, where you can contribute to impactful water industry projects while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
