Principal Civil Engineer, Water Infrastructure - #2186944

Are you ready to support and help lead a team of talented engineers and delivering Scotland's next generation of water infrastructure?

Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Principal Civil Engineer in our rapidly growing Edinburgh office – whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, we're at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of water programmes and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients. These include local government, contractors, charities and water companies. In this role, you will be one of the lead technical team members supporting the junior members of the team deliver top quality projects.

This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to support a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency. The team in Edinburgh has a diverse set of skills and we pride ourselves in being able to deliver large scale multidiscipline projects from the team supported by the wider AECOM groups.

We have a collaborative approach to working both within our team and more broadly developing our relationships with the Energy, Environmental and Transportation sectors. We are a dynamic team looking to grow and support the Water teams in Edinburgh and Glasgow as well as across the UK.

In addition, AECOM has recently been named preferred bidder for one of two Primary Designers for Scottish Water's SR27 Enterprise. This transformational, multi-billion-pound programme is the highest value venture ever put into place by Scottish Water and will reshape Scotland's water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033 (with potential to extend for another 6 years). AECOM will be at the heart of this ground-breaking delivery model, shaping design excellence at scale and working with Scottish Water and our Enterprise Partners to help drive outcomes that deliver value for customers in Scotland and go beyond net zero.

Some example current projects being delivered out of Edinburgh include:

• Flood Protection Schemes and Surface Water Management plans looking to take opportunities to provide flood resilience to communities through to detailed design and construction.
• Asset Inspections for several key clients such as SEPA.
• Programme of reservoir works to support Scottish Water and the DV2 programmes.
• Scottish Canals Principal Inspections.
• Northern Lighthouse Board framework and associated works.
• River Restoration works.

Here's what you'll do:

1. Project Leadership
   • Support the Edinburgh team to deliver high-quality outcomes that meet client expectations.
   • Manage design scope to ensure projects are delivered within budget and programme constraints supported by the wider team.
   • Work collaboratively with the wider teams in Edinburgh to support the delivery of multidisciplinary projects.
2. Technical Expertise
   • Demonstrate strong technical understanding and maintain awareness of current industry practices and innovations.
   • Lead the quality assurance process for project deliverables, ensuring compliance with standards and client requirements.
3. Team Development
   • Develop and mentor junior staff, providing guidance and support to help them reach their full potential.
   • Support a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.
4. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
   • Represent the project team in discussions with clients, colleagues and external partners, communicating technical information clearly and effectively
5. Health & Safety Leadership
   • Possess a strong knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
   • Actively embed a safety-first culture within your area of responsibility, ensuring compliance and promoting best practices

Enjoy the Perks.

You'll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued - and let's not forget the perks! At AECOM, you'll enjoy a range of core benefits designed to support your future and well-being, and flexible benefits you can customise to suit your lifestyle. Take advantage of our technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days to accelerate your career development, and utilise our flexible hybrid working model to create a healthy work-life balance. We recognise that everyone's circumstances are different, so we're more than happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

Here's what we're looking for:

1. Education Base – BEng or MEng Civil Engineering Degree (or suitable equivalent).
2. Professional Accreditation – Be professionally qualified or working towards accreditation with a relevant body (ICE, CIWEM etc.)
3. Technical Knowledge – Have experience working within the water, wastewater and/or flood risk management sector leading project teams and managing design scope.
4. Project Management – Have experience in client facing project management to support the efficient running of projects and programmes. Contribute to a strong commercial performance of project delivery. Have an understanding of construction and professional services contracts.

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at . At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.