At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a team of Civil Engineers on major water infrastructure projects.
- Company: Growing engineering business with a focus on water infrastructure across the UK.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, long-term projects, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Chartered Engineer status preferred; dynamic environment with excellent career prospects.
- Why this job: Shape the future of civil engineering while leading a high-performing team.
- Qualifications: Strong civil engineering experience, team leadership skills, and project delivery background.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Working Location: Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role
If you're a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer looking for the opportunity to shape and grow a team rather than simply deliver projects, this could be an excellent next step. This role is with a growing engineering business delivering major water infrastructure projects across the UK and is ideal for someone who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and developing a high-performing design team.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Opportunity to lead and grow an established civil engineering team
- Strong influence over project delivery, technical standards, and team development
- Flexible working arrangements with hybrid or remote options available
- Long-term secured workload across major AMP programmes
- Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the civil engineering function
Key Responsibilities
- Leading a team of Civil Engineers, Designers, and Technicians
- Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers
- Managing team workload, resource planning, and project priorities
- Providing technical leadership across water and wastewater infrastructure projects
- Supporting outline and detailed design activities
- Reviewing engineering deliverables and maintaining quality standards
- Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
- Supporting recruitment, capability growth, and team development initiatives
Requirements
- Strong civil engineering experience within the UK regulated water sector
- Experience leading teams and developing engineering capability
- Background delivering water or wastewater infrastructure projects
- Strong understanding of outline and detailed design processes
- Commercial awareness and project delivery experience
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership preferred
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline
How to Apply
Please send your CV or contact details to the recruitment contact provided in the original communication and they will be in touch.
Lead Civil Engineer in Watford employer: Kintec Recruitment Limited
Join a dynamic and growing engineering firm in Hemel Hempstead, where you can lead and develop a high-performing civil engineering team while enjoying the benefits of flexible working arrangements. With a strong focus on mentoring and technical leadership, this role offers the chance to influence project delivery and shape the future of water infrastructure projects across the UK, all within a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development.
Contact Details:
Kintec Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
