Lead Engineer

Full-Time No home office possible

Overview

We\’re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future. Portsmouth Water is seeking a Lead Engineer for the Havant Thicket Reservoir project to provide critical support to the Engineering Manager in delivering this landmark infrastructure development. The role involves managing design reviews and technical queries in collaboration with experts, ensuring compliance with reservoir safety standards and contractual timelines. The Lead Engineer will oversee specific engineering work packages, act as the technical lead on smaller project components, and ensure the availability of accurate data for contractors. Additionally, the role requires engagement with internal teams and stakeholders to secure alignment on solutions, as well as contributing to the development of improved engineering assurance systems and processes.

What will you be doing?

Chair regular meetings with the Design Guardians to discuss the lookahead, open actions and ongoing issues
Manage the response to Technical Queries and Design Submissions by the main works contractors and manage the liaison, input and expectations of all stakeholders
Monitor and assess the performance of the Design Guardian against KPIs and regularly review this with them and provide feedback
Coordinate general requests from and to contractors on engineering matters
Participating in collaborative planning with Main Works Contractors
Chair weekly meetings with PW Operations to discuss, answer and resolve outstanding queries and issues
Chair technical workshops between PW Operations, mains works contractors and the Design Guardian to ensure alignment and buy-in of proposed solutions
Provide engineering representation at Early Warning meetings to assist in either responding to them or take them away for later resolution
Provide regular updates and reports to the HTR Engineering Manager, on progress, forecasts and issues
Undertake monthly reviewers of the Contractors Programme to inform resource forecasting
Manage and or produce Engineering led papers to support stakeholder engagement and governance processes
Attend regular meetings with the HTR Engineering Manager

What do you need?

Strong communication and presentation skills
Effective stakeholder engagement skills
Good understand and appreciation of the “design process” and its commercial implications
Strong team player with good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
The ability to manage and coordinate inputs from multiple parties
Ability to work to deadlines with a focus on results and quality
High competency in Excel/Powerpoint/Word/Teams
Bachelor\’s degree in an Engineering related field of study
Experience of design management

💬 We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that\’s why we\’re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.

📌 Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications — so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

🌍 We\’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from all sections of society.

🛂 Please note, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

📬 Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we\’re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we\’ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.

What can Portsmouth Water offer you?

At Portsmouth Water, we believe in rewarding our people. Here\’s just a taste of what\’s waiting for you when you join the team:

Holidays Made Better: 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
A Pension That Works for You: generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15%
Performance Pays Off: potential non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of basic salary, linked to company performance
Family Comes First: enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay
Peace of Mind, Always: life assurance scheme with a 4x salary lump sum
Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through EAP, Virtual GP service available 8am-10pm, 7 days a week
Additional Support When You Need It: Private Medical Insurance with 24/7 confidential support
PW Perks – Treat Yourself!: exclusive discounts and benefits
Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Health Cash Plan
…and so much more