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 cleanwater 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 t he 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 Government of Jersey. Working as an integral part of the team, you will play a key part in delivering cleanwater infrastructure projects.

Joining a supportive network as part of a national 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:

• Improve productivity, efficiency, standardisation and consistency of our deliverables.
• Deliver framework outputs and co-ordinate project resources across cleanwater infrastructure projects.
• Ensure objectives and standards are implemented in a cohesive manner to drive greater efficiencies.
• Produce fee proposals relating to the project and subsequent commercial delivery.
• Support the Strategic Account Director to develop new and existing business relationships.
• Support and mentor senior and junior engineers.
• Embrace cross discipline collaboration and the ethical, cultural, and strategic aims of the business.
• Compliance with Health & Safety requirements, practices and procedures.

Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard here .

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).
• Be a member 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 the delivery of projects.
• Experience of successfully managing complex clients.
• Developed leadership, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• The ability to multitask and working to tight deadlines.
• The ability to provide QA governance, ensuring a consistent standard is delivered.
• The ability to provide advice on work related liability / potential risk issues.
• Commitment to regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Good Microsoft and other software skills essential.

Unsure 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 sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better.

Were committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.

We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.

What we offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:

• Agile working.
• Career and Professional Development.
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days additional leave.
• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Eyecare Scheme.
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.

Accessibility

Were committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at Well be happy to discuss how we can assist you.

Agencies

We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.

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