Job Description
Associate Director Civil Engineer - Water
Our Opportunity
Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive, and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.
Do you thrive in a collaborative workplace where your ideas and voice are valued? Would you enjoy working on diverse projects that make a real difference to communities across the UK?
Are you driven to deliver high-quality work and continuously develop your professional skills? If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you! We are looking to appoint an exceptional Associate Director - Water Civil Engineer, to work across an array of clean water infrastructure projects within our experienced team in Leicester. Our office is located in the heart of the city centre, within a welcoming and modern workspace.
At Pick Everard, the supply, management, and disposal of water are at the core of what we do. We are proud to have a vast pipeline of work for clients including Severn Trent Water, Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, and the Government of Jersey.
Working as an integral part of the team, you will play a key part in delivering clean water infrastructure projects. Joining a supportive network as part of a team, you can expect to receive valuable training, guidance, and genuine scope for career development.
Within this role, you will work closely with the Director to ensure the highest standards of design and client service are achieved. Your core responsibilities will include:
1. Improve productivity, efficiency, standardization, and consistency of our deliverables.
2. Deliver framework outputs and coordinate project resources across clean water infrastructure projects.
3. Ensure objectives and standards are implemented cohesively to drive greater efficiencies.
4. Produce proposals relating to the project and subsequent commercial delivery.
5. Support the Strategic Account Director to develop new and existing business relationships.
6. Support and mentor senior and junior engineers.
7. Embrace cross-discipline collaboration and the ethical, cultural, and strategic aims of the business.
8. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements, practices, and procedures.
Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard here.
About You
Our ideal Associate Director Civil Engineer - Water will have:
* A relevant degree, with appropriate skills and design experience in the UK Regulated Water Sector.
* A professional qualification (Chartered Engineer registered with the Engineering Council).
* Membership of a relevant professional body, e.g., ICE, CIWEM, IHT, etc.
* The ability to generate a team environment which enables team members to collaborate and operate with confidence in project delivery.
* Experience of successfully managing complex clients.
* Developed leadership, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
* The ability to multitask and work to tight deadlines.
* The ability to provide QA governance, ensuring a consistent standard is delivered.
* The ability to advise on work-related liability/risk issues.
* Commitment to regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
* Good Microsoft and other software skills.
Unsure if you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team.
About Us
Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities.
Through our remarkable history, we have established the principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better. We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for, and valued. We achieve this by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients, and colleagues.
We care about our people and societal improvement, supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide an inspiring environment to drive progress and impact in your career.
What We Offer
Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to ensure everyone feels valued.
* Attractive salary and benefits including:
* Agile working, career and professional development, CSR opportunities.
* 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 additional days.
* Private healthcare, life assurance, healthcare cash plan.
* Stakeholder pension, professional subscriptions, employee discounts, eyecare scheme.
* Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.
Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Pick Everard is committed to fair treatment of all employees and does not condone discrimination. We aim for a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage qualified applicants from varied backgrounds to apply.
Accessibility
We are committed to supporting your application or interview process. If you require adjustments or assistance, please contact us at careers@pickeverard.co.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Note: This role is being recruited directly; support from agencies is not being sought at this time. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.
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