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Principal Engineer - Design Coordination

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Arup

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Manchester
  • 14d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be chartered in a relevant field, have project experience in water treatment, and excel in team coordination, stakeholder management, and guiding design phases for successful project delivery.
  • You will provide technical direction to multi-disciplinary water teams, shape design and delivery of clean water and wastewater projects, and collaborate with water companies and contractors.

Requirements

  • Chartered with post-chartership qualification, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline e.g. Civil/Water, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process/Water Engineering
  • Experience with projects in clean water, waste water and sludge treatment, as combined sewer overflows, storm water management and water networks.
  • Skill in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and leading client interfaces to deliver successful projects.
  • Guiding development of design through to the identification of the preferred solution whilst demonstrating excellent stakeholder management skills.
  • Confident working through outline and detailed design phases to allow the delivery contractor to construct and commission the plant and civil works.
  • Skill in steering teams of experienced and early careers engineers, consultants, and technicians.

Responsibilities

  • You will be accountable for providing technical direction to our multi-disciplinary water teams and working in partnership with water companies and Design/Build Contractor clients.
  • In this role, you will help to shape the design and delivery of exciting clean water and wastewater projects ranging up to £200M capital construction cost.
  • You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
  • We are looking for experienced colleagues to lead large design and build clean water and wastewater projects, located in the North West or Yorkshire regions.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Principal Engineer - Design Coordination role?

The main focus of the role is to provide technical direction on a diverse range of clean water and wastewater engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and clients.

Where are the potential locations for this position?

The position is ideally located in Leeds, Manchester, or Liverpool.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should be Chartered with post-chartership qualifications, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline such as Civil/Water, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process/Water Engineering.

What types of projects will I be working on?

You will be working on clean water and wastewater engineering projects, including but not limited to combined sewer overflows, storm water management, and water networks.

Is experience with multi-disciplinary teams necessary?

Yes, experience in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and leading client interfaces is necessary for the successful delivery of projects.

What is the significance of the AMP8 frameworks mentioned in the description?

The AMP8 frameworks refer to the Asset Management Plan for the water sector, and involvement in these frameworks demonstrates engagement with major water companies for projects involving significant capital construction costs.

What benefits does Arup offer to its employees?

Arup offers a competitive total reward package that includes profit sharing, private medical insurance, life and accident insurance, income protection, flexible benefits, and numerous learning opportunities.

Is there an emphasis on diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, Arup actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds and fostering an open environment that embraces diverse experiences and perspectives.

How can I get in touch if I have questions about the application process?

You can contact Kylie O'Hanlon at kylie.ohanlon@arup.com for any inquiries about the application process or to request assistance or reasonable adjustments.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is April 25, 2025.

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Arup

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10,001+
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1946
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working across 140 countries. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology and rigour to shape a better world.

Culture & Values

  • Quality of work

    Ove Arup was always clear: money is not our main aim, it’s quality that comes first. There are many ways to define ‘quality’ but whatever we do, we aim to produce the most thoughtful, creative and sustainable solutions – for our clients and the communities we work in.

  • Total architecture

    Our spirit is collaborative. Working life at Arup is never about titles, we listen in order to create and learn. ‘Total architecture’ simply means bringing everyone together, to benefit from their experience and insights. It also means we constantly evolve, adopting new disciplines, new people, and new ideas.

  • Humane organisation

    Ove Arup’s goal was that we should always remain a humane and friendly organisation, however large we became. You’ll find people at all levels of seniority are willing to help, discuss or share their experience. A humane organisation is also one focused on working hard to improve the lives of people our work touches.

  • Straight and honourable dealings

    Innovative and inspiring work is always built on trust. That’s why we expect the highest moral standards from our people – work of quality cannot be achieved any other way. A shared commitment to our values is how we produce great work for our clients, with enduring value for the communities around us.

  • Social usefulness

    Having a greater purpose than financial gain was how Ove always believed Arup’s work could remain inspiring. Today, social usefulness means many things for us, from pushing designs to be as sustainable and inclusive as possible, to our people’s commitment to community engagement.

  • Reasonable prosperity

    Money might not have been Ove Arup’s main priority for the firm, but he recognised the value of rewarding talent and remaining a great employer. Today we offer competitive salaries and benefits, wherever in the world you work for us. And as a membership organisation, we share our profits with our people twice annually.