Senior Civil Engineer

45000 - 65000 per annumReading, EnglandPermanentOur design and build contractor in the Water sector is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer on a permanent basis to join their Reading based team.You will work on major water and wastewater schemes throughout all phases of the project from feasibility through to construction. Our client has extended its contract with Thames Water for an additional five years. As the largest water and wastewater provider in the UK, Thames Water serves 15 million customers throughout London and the Thames Valley. This extension will carry the current workload beyond the end of AMP8 in March 2030. Work is being delivered in the Thames Valley region (extending from Cirencester in the west to the M25 and from Basingstoke in the South to Banbury in the North) so you will be working on a varied programme of sizable projects in wastewater treatment, clean water production and Infrastructure. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the civil functions throughout the lifecycle of various projects. From concept design to commissioning, you will ensure that all civil aspects are meticulously considered and integrated.Responsibilities Providing design support and guidance for schemes and ensuring all designs are fit for purpose and meet current legislation and standardsWorking closely and collaboratively with the commercial, operational and construction teams to develop efficient, practical and safe solutions throughout design stages, construction and beyondPositively engage with the client, managing relationships and adopting a one-team approach to supporting them in achieving their aimsManaging the interfaces and integration of the civil design with that of other disciplines and production of documentationActing as technical checker on project documents, and undertaking technical reviews for projects across teamsIdentifying opportunities to improve delivery processes including development and implementation of standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital toolsUndertaking site reviews to ensure buildability of solutions and integration within the existing systemsSupporting the development of the civil engineering team, coaching and mentoring engineers to develop their skill set and identifying the correct resource for the projectsSkills/experience/qualificationsDegree in Civil Engineering, or related fieldChartership (CEng) with a relevant Engineering InstitutionExperience of successfully delivering high quality outputs in accordance with design, quality and safety standardsPrevious Water sector experience desirableBenefitsSalary circa 45-65k (our client will consider applications from Civil Engineers too) Match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Annual bonusHybrid working consideredPayment of annual professional institution subscription costs Car/car allowance (level dependant)A minimum of 33 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays, with the ability to buy, sell or carry over annual leave through flexible benefits programme. Access to Life Assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options Flexible workingEnhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave plus the option for shared parental leave. Up to 2 paid additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities Chartership support/structured development schemes

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