Civil Engineer – UK Water/Wastewater – All Levels – Expression of Interest at Egis Group

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Design, Water Infrastructure, Wastewater Infrastructure, Flood Risk Management, Erosion Risk Management, Sustainable Drainage Systems, Feasibility Studies, Optioneering, Concept Design, Detailed Design, CESWI Compliance, BIM Requirements, CDM Designer Duties, Hydraulic Modelling, Business Development, Work Winning

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description Water | Wastewater Infrastructure | Flood Management | Sustainable Water Management | AMP 8 | SROs | Consultant | Senior | Principal | Associate Director Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure with Egis London | Bristol | Manchester (Hybrid) Civil Engineering Design | UK‑Wide Impact | High‑Growth Environment Egis is expanding rapidly in the UK, backed by a global team of more than 20,500 experts across 100+ countries. We design and deliver intelligent, sustainable infrastructure to address climate challenges and strengthen community resilience. As part of our fast‑growing UK Water team, you will join an agile environment where progression is quick, visibility is high, and your impact is immediate. Job Description About the Role The UK water sector is entering a period of unprecedented investment and transformation. As Egis accelerates the growth of its Water Business in the UK, we are building a high-performing Civil Engineering team to help shape this next chapter. We are inviting expressions of interest from talented civil engineers at all levels, from Consultant through to Associate Director, who want to play a meaningful role in delivering major water and wastewater programmes. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will contribute to technically robust, sustainable and innovative treatment solutions across nationally significant projects. This is a rare opportunity to join at a key stage of our UK growth journey, helping to establish, shape and expand a civil engineering capability built on Egis’ global infrastructure expertise and long-term commitment to the sector. Key Responsibilities Contribute/lead civil design packages, covering feasibility, optioneering, concept, outline and detailed design across major UK water/wastewater programmes (e.g. AMP8, WINEP, SROs, etc). Contribute/lead civil design packages of feasibility, optioneering, design and delivery for flood risk and erosion risk management and sustainable drainage systems. Develop and review civil engineering deliverables including calculations, models, drawings and technical reports, ensuring compliance with CESWI, UK regulations, client standards and BIM requirements while promoting safe, sustainable and buildable solutions. Attending site visits for data acquisition and meeting site operators Discussions and liaison with technology providers and vendors Support design reviews and multidisciplinary coordination, driving practical material selection and construction approaches (including consideration of offsite fabrication where appropriate) within programme and budget constraints. Provide design support during delivery phases, including reviewing contractor submissions, answering design queries, and supporting handover/ commissioning activities when required. Contribute to business development and work winning: identify opportunities, shape scopes, contribute to bids. Contribute to recruitment, team development, mentoring and skills development efforts. Qualifications Minimum Requirements BEng/MEng (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering. Chartered Engineer, CEng (or working towards chartership, grade dependent) with a recognised institution (e.g., ICE or similar). Experience in delivering civil engineering design (ideally in the UK Water industry), including taking the lead civil engineering role on a project or significant task. Strong capability in civil design software and digital delivery environments, such as Civil 3D, drainage and hydraulic modelling tools, GIS platforms and BIM-enabled workflows. Solid understanding of CDM designer duties and sustainable engineering principles, with experience contributing to low-carbon, practical infrastructure solutions. Experience supporting projects delivered via frameworks, alliances and/or D&B models, including participation in design reviews and technical assurance processes. Previous experience in a consultancy environment or engineering company or other relevant industry acting as Civil Engineer. The ability to work accurately and flexibly, integrating your work with other discipline areas whilst managing your own /your team’s work to tight programme and budget constraints. Proven ability to prepare high quality written technical reports and deliver verbal presentations to a high level of quality assurance for a variety of audiences. Be able to travel and visit operational works and construction sites as required, to act in a safe manner. Desirable Experience in water reuse/recycling, bioresources/sludge treatment, energy from waste design Experience leading on BD/work-winning contribution (or strong demonstrable aptitude): opportunity shaping, bid inputs, client development, and service-line growth. Experience with people management: building teams, hiring and mentoring, and setting a positive, delivery-focused culture. Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position. Additional Information What’s in It for You? An exciting new growth role in a fast‑organic growing UK business, offering clear and accelerated career progression Top Employers 2025 - Egis recognised across four continents for excellence in HR practices, having been awarded the prestigious Top Employer 2025 certification. Top Employers Institute is the global authority on recognising excellence in people practices. A global leader in green infrastructure - we’re proud to lead the way in sustainable infrastructure, mobility and energy, innovating across the entire value chain and every aspect of the built environment. Highly competitive reward package Hybrid and flexible working 26+ days annual leave plus bank holidays Professional development, chartership support & global mobility Supportive, inclusive culture driven by sustainability and long‑term community impact Ready to Lead? Join Egis and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable water infrastructure across the UK. We are committed to our planet In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe. Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected. Business Line: Energy and Sustainable Cities Service Line: Water Technical Region: Europe and Africa Job Family: Technical Engineering Profession: Lead Engineer I

Responsibilities

The role involves contributing to or leading civil design packages across major UK water and wastewater programs, covering feasibility through detailed design, and also includes flood risk and sustainable drainage system design. Key duties also encompass developing and reviewing technical deliverables, supporting design reviews during delivery phases, and contributing to business development and team mentoring.