Principal Civil Engineer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £80,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 25 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Reading, Home Counties, RG1 8DB |
| Cwmni: | Thames Water |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 59416229 |
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Leading the Water Infrastructure (Pipelines) Civil Engineering team in Thames Water, you will be a part of a team that is creating and defining the intelligent client that Thames Water needs to be able to achieve its AMP 8 ambitions and beyond.
What you’ll be doing as a Principal Civil Engineer
Focusing on the Civil Engineering Infrastructure discipline, in this role, you will provide the expertise needed to:
- Get precise technical requirements for the Project Definition Briefs.
- Input and continuously improve Technical Asset Standards.
- Provide design sign-off to Capital Delivery as the Delivery Stream dictates.
- Provide Technical assurance during the delivery, commissioning, and handover of Assets.
- Drive the advancement of the water infrastructure engineering discipline.
- Ensure and deliver the Engineering Regulatory compliance on relevant assets in the Civil Engineering area.
- Manage, support, and develop a growing team of engineers.
Base location: Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB
Working pattern or hours: 36 hours, Mon- Fri
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
- Be an industry expert on pipelines within the UK and/or the international Water Industry.
- Understand the regulatory environment required to achieve compliance with our Engineering regulatory requirements.
- Have excellent knowledge of National Codes and Design Standards for water mains and associated appurtenances (e.g. valves, meters, pumps, etc. )
- Have experience in the design and rehabilitation of pressurised and non- pressurized pipelines and sewers.
- Be a credible leader with the drive and energy to deliver, leading and supporting your team whilst ensuring a culture of safety and performance management.
- Deliver continuous professional development and take an active approach to drive diversity within Engineering in Thames Water.
- Have highly developed communication, influencing and interpersonal skills to collaborate and influence senior colleagues.
- Have a Chartership through a relevant awarding body or be working towards a degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering.
- Be a recognised leader in Civil Engineering with substantial expertise in the water industry.
- Have Membership of a reputable pipeline association. ( e.g. the Pipelines Industries Guild )
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary up to £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Car Allowance.
- Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
- Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
- Private Medical Health Care.
- Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
What you’ll be doing as a Principal Civil Engineer
Focusing on the Civil Engineering Infrastructure discipline, in this role, you will provide the expertise needed to:
- Get precise technical requirements for the Project Definition Briefs.
- Input and continuously improve Technical Asset Standards.
- Provide design sign-off to Capital Delivery as the Delivery Stream dictates.
- Provide Technical assurance during the delivery, commissioning, and handover of Assets.
- Drive the advancement of the water infrastructure engineering discipline.
- Ensure and deliver the Engineering Regulatory compliance on relevant assets in the Civil Engineering area.
- Manage, support, and develop a growing team of engineers.
Base location: Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB
Working pattern or hours: 36 hours, Mon- Fri
What you should bring to the role
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
- Be an industry expert on pipelines within the UK and/or the international Water Industry.
- Understand the regulatory environment required to achieve compliance with our Engineering regulatory requirements.
- Have excellent knowledge of National Codes and Design Standards for water mains and associated appurtenances (e.g. valves, meters, pumps, etc. )
- Have experience in the design and rehabilitation of pressurised and non- pressurized pipelines and sewers.
- Be a credible leader with the drive and energy to deliver, leading and supporting your team whilst ensuring a culture of safety and performance management.
- Deliver continuous professional development and take an active approach to drive diversity within Engineering in Thames Water.
- Have highly developed communication, influencing and interpersonal skills to collaborate and influence senior colleagues.
- Have a Chartership through a relevant awarding body or be working towards a degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering.
- Be a recognised leader in Civil Engineering with substantial expertise in the water industry.
- Have Membership of a reputable pipeline association. ( e.g. the Pipelines Industries Guild )
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary up to £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Car Allowance.
- Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
- Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
- Private Medical Health Care.
- Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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