Principal Water Engineer

Around the world SYSTRAs specialists plan design integrate test commission project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

We are expanding our Water teams in the UK we have a strong forward workload delivering high profile infrastructure projects.

We are now seeking to strengthen and grow our UK Water Resources team across our UK offices by recruiting an experienced Principal Water Engineer. Predominantly working on Rainwater Management and SuDS projects.

With ambitious growth plans this is an exciting time to join SYSTRA Ltd as we continue to develop and raise our profile in the UK.

We have an opportunity for an experienced Principal Water Engineer to join our growing Water team.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of experience within the Water Environment and Infrastructure sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic engineer to further their career in a highly motivated and inspirational environment.

The Principal Water Engineer will be accountable for the design delivery of allocated project deliverables focusing on Rainwater and Water management infrastructure.

The individual will also be responsible for the management of a small team of engineers including identifying training needs and overseeing technical competence and quality assurance.

Main Duties

Working in collaboration with our designers and contract partners the Principal Water Engineer will be involved in a variety of tasks such as but not limited to:

• Undertake design of rainwater management engineering solutions and/or SuDS solutions.
• Conduct hydraulic modelling and flood risk assessments using software packages such as TUFLOW HECRAS or Flood Modeller.
• Provide technical leadership in the development of sustainable and climateresilient water management solutions.
• Ensure designs meet relevant water and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with environmental and ecological consultants to assess the impacts of projects on local habitats and biodiversity.
• Lead the water and flooding element of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and support environmental permitting processes.
• Communicate with the Client and with Project Engineers to understand project requirements.
• Conduct research and investigations to inform project design and delivery.
• Plan specify and manage packages of River engineering design work.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop innovative and costeffective solutions.
• Work with the wider project team in the presentation of programme/project information to others and external stakeholders.
• Assist the team leadership in the development of Client relationships and contribute to the training and development of other team members.
• Implement design solutions with a focus on environmental sustainability and compliance with health safety and environmental legislation
• Lead project design phases from preliminary to detailed design ensuring alignment with client expectations and regulatory standards.
• Liaise with clients and ensure their requirements are effectively communicated to the team.
• Adhere to stringent quality assurance and control processes ensuring that all deliverables meet the highest standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health safety and environmental legislation particularly the CDM 2015 Regulations.
• Ensure project requirements are effectively communicated to the team.
• Effective management of and response to project related correspondence.
• Support the Engineering Manager and Project Director where required.
• Travel to client offices in the North West of England to lead project meetings.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Water/Rivers related field such as Geography/Civil Engineering or
• HNC/HND in Rivers Related Field such as Geography with significant experience in Water Catchment Management.
• Extensive Experience working in the Water Sector with a proven track record in leading the technical delivery of Rainwater Management and/or SuDS projects.

Professional Memberships

• Chartered status is highly desirable preferably with ICE CIWEM or a similar recognised institution.

Technical

• The candidate should be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge of principals of Rainwater Management and/or SuDs
• Have a working knowledge in design such as attenuating rain gardens bioretention systems constructed wetlands ponds swales etc.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic models and the ability to check the work of others.
• Working knowledge of Scours is preferable
• Have a working knowledge of relevant standards manuals and guidance including Sewers for Adoption.
• Have a working knowledge of relevant standards (BS / ISO / Other international standards).
• Knowledge of relative duty holders under CDM 2015

Why SYSTRA

Our three core values: Excellence Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence achieving the best results through teamwork both locally and internationally and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern wellequipped offices for that crucial inperson contact team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesnt always run to the same schedule for everyone so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential for more details on this please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

Its no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks healthy eating workshops and regular seminars alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an evergrowing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email:

where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most but not all of the relevant criteria for the role you could still be just what we are looking for.