Role Level: Technical Lead / Senior Pipeline Specialist
Are you an experienced Civil Pipeline Engineer with strong technical leadership skills? Looking for a long-term contract role delivering major, nationally significant water and infrastructure programmes across the UK? We are currently recruiting a Chartered or Incorporated Civil Pipeline Engineer to provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle—from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning.
Key Highlights & Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Lead and manage teams of pipeline engineers delivering complex multidisciplinary design packages.
- Full-Lifecycle Engineering: Deliver pipeline solutions covering new builds, rehabilitation, condition assessment, and commissioning.
- Core Deliverables: Produce and review high-standard design reports, engineering calculations, technical drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
- Stakeholder & Project Management: Work closely with PMs, contractors, and clients to ensure delivery to programme, budget, and quality standards.
- Mentorship & Quality: Drive design reviews, technical assurance, and mentor junior engineering talent.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Criteria: Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) + CEng or IEng status.
Experience: Proven track record in pipeline engineering design within a consultancy or multidisciplinary setup.
Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of pipeline design, construction methodologies, rehabilitation/renewal techniques, and condition assessments.
Standards & Safety: Thorough understanding of UK/international pipeline codes, standards, and CDM Regulations.
Software: Proficiency in pipeline analysis/design tools (e.g., HADES, Varism, or equivalent).
Desirable Extras
- UK Water Sector experience on large-scale utility/infrastructure projects.
- Expertise in trenchless installation & rehabilitation techniques.
- Experience supporting technical bid & tender submissions.
How to Apply
If you are a proactive engineering leader seeking a rewarding, high-impact contract role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply directly to this post with your updated CV Or message me directly on LinkedIn for a confidential chat and full detailed briefing document.