We are looking for an experienced Lead Engineer for River Restoration and Nature Schemes to join our UK Water team. You will be responsible for high‑quality project delivery and engineering for nature schemes, working with a team that delivers all stages of planning, managing, modelling, designing and supervising the construction of nature recovery, rewilding and river restoration schemes.
Responsibilities
* Environmental engineering for nature recovery, restoration, re‑wilding, and geomorphology/hydromorphology schemes
* River and wetland restoration
* River and watercourse engineering, detailed design, compliance with CDM regulations
* Prepare designs, design safety, work schedules and specifications for contractors
* Supervise contractors and construction works
* Project management
Current and Recent Projects
* Re‑meandering detailed design and construction supervision for the River Breamish, part of the River Till‑Tweed SSSI and SAC in Northumberland.
* Re‑meandering detailed design and construction supervision for the River Eye SSSI in Leicestershire.
* Nature recovery, river restoration and countryside management for large estates in Northumberland.
* Weir removals and fish passes across England, Wales and Scotland, including around internationally designated sites.
* River basin‑scale restoration planning for the Environment Agency and multiple water companies.
* Programmes of WFD, BNG and MoRPh surveys for river restoration across the UK and Ireland.
* River management plans, river crossing designs, and landslide and flood hazard analysis in New Zealand.
Qualifications
* Degree in a relevant subject (e.g., civil engineering)
* Proven experience in river and waterway restoration, ensuring compliance with design standards
* Highly experienced in project management and delivery
* Leadership in CDM and design safety
* Excellent communication, engagement and leadership skills with multidisciplinary technical teams, clients and stakeholders
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