Ofwat

We regulate the water sector in England and Wales. Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead – senior associate level, RAPID team, within RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate. Location: Birmingham, London. Contract: Loan, Permanent, Secondment. Working pattern: Flexible, Hybrid.

Why join Ofwat?

Ofwat is committed to holding water companies accountable, driving performance, and ensuring the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. You will play a vital role in shaping the future of water regulation.

Job Description

The Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead will act as the main point of contact for a group of Strategic Resource Options (SROs) in the RAPID programme. You will focus on ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of water supply infrastructure projects and engage with a wide range of stakeholders including government bodies, regulators, and water companies. You will also lead the gate assessment of your portfolio of SROs and shape the gated process.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for a group of SROs in the RAPID programme.
• Ensure smooth and efficient delivery of water supply infrastructure projects.
• Engage with a wide range of stakeholders – government bodies, regulators, and water companies.
• Lead the gate assessment of your portfolio of SROs.
• Shape the gated process and contribute to the successful delivery of new supply infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Senior associate level with substantial autonomy.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and project management skills.
• Experience with water supply infrastructure or a related sector is desirable.
• Proactive and able to plan and progress work independently.

Benefits

• Flexible working patterns with hybrid working.
• Opportunity to make a difference for the environment and customers.
• Supportive and inclusive development and growth environment.

Application

Closing date 26/10/2025. Join us to help shape the future of water regulation.