Overview

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At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We are looking for experienced Principal Civils Engineers with extensive experience in detailed design and design-and-build on water projects to join our offices across the UK to reinforce our existing civils teams and further support our frameworks with UK Water Companies.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in water civil engineering principles, project management, and a firm understanding of regulatory and safety standards. This role involves leading projects from concept through completion while ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary civil engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Deliver innovative and sustainable design solutions across water infrastructure.
• Oversee technical delivery, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
• Demonstrate exemplary behaviour in health, safety and wellbeing management in accordance with Jacobs\' BeyondZero approach.
• Foster relationships with existing water clients to support growth models.

What you’ll need

• Extensive progressive experience in civil engineering, with expertise in detailed design and design-and-build execution on water and wastewater projects.
• Strong grasp of civil engineering principles and project lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with UK water sector regulations and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Member of ICE or CIWEM.
• Robust understanding of current health, safety and welfare legislation.
• Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Up to 10% company contribution into pension.
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
• 24 days holiday plus the opportunity to buy/sell annual leave.
• Free employee medical cover and digital GP service.
• Enhanced parental leave pay.
• Fertility healthcare and family-forming benefit provided by Carrot.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment through Jacobs Employee Networks.
• Hybrid working / Part-time roles / Flexible working hours.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. We value safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging, and we support a culture that cares for mental health and wellbeing. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities to that help you maximize your potential.

We are committed to embedding inclusion and belonging in everything we do. Jacobs partners with external organizations to attract a diverse range of talent. For greater online accessibility please visit external resources as indicated by the company.

As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and welcome flexible working requests from candidates who may not meet all listed requirements.

We value collaboration and believe in-person interactions are crucial for culture and client delivery. Our hybrid working policy enables a balance between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support.