Overview

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Shape the future of our cities and environments. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? It’s a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. Talk to us about what’s ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. If you’re returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal Civil Water Engineer; you’ll play a vital role in every aspect of water/wastewater treatment, storage, supply and collection systems on transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of water treatment across multiple sectors and support our wider Infrastructure Division across Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education. We continue to provide industry‑leading engineering solutions through the project lifecycle, with value added through client‑side support as well as construction phases. We currently have opportunities in our Leeds office.

Your Purpose

• Lead a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, to high‑quality levels.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
• Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

What You Can Bring

• Chartered Civil Engineer.
• Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
• Sound knowledge of water and/or wastewater treatment, storage solutions, hydraulics, water supply and wastewater collection systems; familiarity with current UK design standards and working practices.
• Proficiency in designing within appropriate digital analysis packages, following local and national guidance (e.g., HADES, Infoworks, EPANET).

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We’re ranked as one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies and have been recognised in The Times Top 50 employers for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, data and new approaches to help clients deliver end‑to‑end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. We challenge the status quo as work becomes more complex. We’re committed to engineering better for people and the planet, including our global Net‑Zero programme and community initiatives. We support diverse and inclusive communities, including programmes for schools, charities, ex‑forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, the vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of UK residency of 5 years or longer. If applying, do not reference or include details of any current or previously held security clearance in conversation or in your application.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community — a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. We offer family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Leeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

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