At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and review complex civil engineering designs while mentoring junior engineers.
- Company: Binnies, part of the RSK Group, focuses on UK Water Services expansion.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 9-day working fortnight, 33 days annual leave, and private medical cover.
- Other info: Position based in London and the South East.
- Why this job: Shape sustainable water solutions and develop future engineering talent.
- Qualifications: Must be a Chartered Civil Engineer with experience in the water sector.
The predicted salary is between 58100 - 80000 £ per year.
Binnies, an RSK Group Company, is expanding its UK Water Services capability following major AMP8 framework wins. We are seeking a Chartered Civil Engineer who is passionate about technical excellence, mentoring, and knowledge sharing. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys managing engineering teams and being the go-to technical authority, acting as a subject matter expert (SME) across civil engineering disciplines while supporting and developing our in-house talent within a collaborative design environment. You will play a pivotal role in shaping high-quality, sustainable water and wastewater solutions while strengthening technical capability across our business.
At Binnies, we don’t just deliver meaningful projects — we develop people and careers. As part of the global RSK Group, you’ll have access to:
- Complex, high-profile UK and international water projects such as SESRO and Water & Wastewater Projects for Thames Water and Southern Water
- A strong technical community with opportunities to influence standards and best practice
- A culture that values mentoring, technical leadership, and continuous improvement
- Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance
As a Senior Civil Design Engineer / Engineering Manager, you will:
- Act as the civil engineering subject matter expert across multiple projects
- Lead and review complex civil engineering designs, calculations, reports, and specifications
- Provide technical assurance, guidance, and problem-solving support to project teams
- Be the first point of contact for civil engineering technical queries
- Support the development and application of standards, tools, and best practice
- Mentor, coach, and train graduate and junior engineers, fostering technical confidence and capability
- Contribute to design reviews, risk management, and value engineering
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and clients
- Support cost, programme, and quality objectives through sound technical decision-making
We’re looking for a technically strong, people-focused engineer who enjoys sharing knowledge and raising standards.
Essential:
- Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng) status
- Proven experience delivering detailed design within the water or wastewater sector
- Strong technical judgement and ability to provide clear, pragmatic guidance
- Passion for mentoring, training, and developing our in-house talent
- Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage clients and stakeholders
Desirable:
- Experience in undertaking engineering manager role on multi-disciplinary engineering projects
- Experience with UK water industry clients
- Familiarity with industry design standards and assurance processes
- Coordination of overseas resources
- Experience contributing to technical communities, guidance, or innovation initiatives
If you’re a Chartered Civil Engineer who wants to lead technically, develop others, and be recognised as a trusted expert, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Join Binnies and help shape the next generation of engineers — and the future of the UK water sector. Apply today.
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Binnies offers a competitive pension scheme and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Located in London, the company is expanding its capabilities in the UK Water Sector, providing access to high-profile projects like SESRO. Join a strong technical community that values mentoring and continuous improvement.
