About Us
Salary - Competitive
Work Type - Hybrid
Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.
Benefits
- A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
- A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
- Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
- A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
- MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
- Best Doctors
- Salary Finance
- Wealth at Work courses
- Deals and discounts
- EVolve Car Scheme
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Mental health first aiders
- ShareBuy
- MORE Choices flexible benefits
- Enhanced parental leave schemes
Job Purpose
You will provide civil engineering support including design and technical engineering advice to all areas of UU. The main areas are likely to be the capital programme, asset diversion and protection, operational support and studies & investigations.
You will be responsible for the delivery of a range of projects, studies and investigations throughout UU, including data gathering and analysis, design, preparation of documents, drawings and specifications, review of proposals by others and providing advice and responses to other team members
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Contributing and leading the technical Civil Engineering design of water and wastewater infrastructure and assets.
- Engage in collaborative efforts with internal teams, ensuring project delivery aligns with client expectations and technical standards.
- Provide authoritative engineering guidance and manage project lifecycles, from data analysis to contractual documentation and technical review.
- Promote the company's technical prowess within the industry by contributing to national engineering standards and supporting educational outreach.
Continuing personal professional development, working towards chartered status
Technical Skills & Experience
- Working knowledge and experience of capital and strategic civil engineering projects in highly technical and commercial environments.
- Experience gained by delivering projects across the complete project lifecycle from needs to concept and feasibility through to detailed design, technical assurance, testing & commissioning and final handover.
- Understanding of construction industry best practice (including UK and International technical policy, strategy, standards and codes of practice).
- Experience in writing technical reports and presenting to audiences of varying technical expertise.
- Experience of working to company standards, procedures and technologies.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- Qualified to degree level/HND equivalent or have equivalent skills, knowledge and experience
- Hold a current UK/EU driving licence.
Desirable Qualifications
- Evidence of working towards and a plan in place for attaining Chartered/Incorporated Engineer status
Other
We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
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