Job title: Water Technical Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 403312 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £57,783 - £70,000 Closing date: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat as a Water Treatment / Supply Technical Specialist in our Cost Assessment Team. About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance no other organisation does the work we do. It s unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don t cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life. The Role The Cost Assessment team is key to the delivery of PR24. We are an enthusiastic mix of economists and water sector specialists that are leading on the assessment of expenditure for the current price review. As part of this, we lead on assessment of cross industry strategic planning frameworks such as drainage and wastewater management plans (DWMPs), water resources management plans (WRMPs), and environmental programmes, such as the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). We lead on a large number of policy areas, including how we can maximise the delivery of best value, how to ensure that companies focus on the long term and anticipate and adapt to change, how best to reduce sewer flooding and improve drought and wider resilience. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), Environment Agency (EA) and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues. These are big issues for the water sector and beyond, and our contributions are vital • Apply your technical expertise and/or operational insights to act as subject matter expert and provide support and advice to cost assessment and the wider organisation. • Produce high-quality documents, review the work of others, and contribute to external publications. • Lead on policy design and the delivery of procedures and processes to ensure thorough and effective assessment of company plans during the price review (PR29) and beyond. • Undertake data analysis and critically evaluate the analysis conducted by professional peers. • Collaborate with external stakeholders, including the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Environment Agency (EA), Natural Resources Wales (NRW), Water Companies, Defra and any other relevant bodies. • Work closely with colleagues across Ofwat to align with other areas of work, such as outcomes and asset management and operational resilience. • Manage and plan resource of both internal staff (including at least one Senior Associate), and consultant resources. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: 1. Water technical expertise gained within either water sector engineering, water/environmental science, capital programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. 2. Experience of policy development and implementation and/or designing and delivering procedures and processes within relevant field. 3. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. 4. Highly numerate with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. 5. Excellent communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. 6. Previous experience of building and leading high-performing teams with an inclusive leadership style. Attributes • Creating clarity • Delivers outcomes • Adaptable thinker Attributes as per Ofwat s Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here . Why Join Us • Meaningful Impact: Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices. Other Benefits • Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28% • 25 days annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Job title: Water Technical Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 403312 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £57,783 - £70,000 Closing date: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat as a Water Treatment / Supply Technical Specialist in our Cost Assessment Team. About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance no other organisation does the work we do. It s unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don t cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life. The Role The Cost Assessment team is key to the delivery of PR24. We are an enthusiastic mix of economists and water sector specialists that are leading on the assessment of expenditure for the current price review. As part of this, we lead on assessment of cross industry strategic planning frameworks such as drainage and wastewater management plans (DWMPs), water resources management plans (WRMPs), and environmental programmes, such as the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). We lead on a large number of policy areas, including how we can maximise the delivery of best value, how to ensure that companies focus on the long term and anticipate and adapt to change, how best to reduce sewer flooding and improve drought and wider resilience. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), Environment Agency (EA) and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues. These are big issues for the water sector and beyond, and our contributions are vital • Apply your technical expertise and/or operational insights to act as subject matter expert and provide support and advice to cost assessment and the wider organisation. • Produce high-quality documents, review the work of others, and contribute to external publications. • Lead on policy design and the delivery of procedures and processes to ensure thorough and effective assessment of company plans during the price review (PR29) and beyond. • Undertake data analysis and critically evaluate the analysis conducted by professional peers. • Collaborate with external stakeholders, including the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Environment Agency (EA), Natural Resources Wales (NRW), Water Companies, Defra and any other relevant bodies. • Work closely with colleagues across Ofwat to align with other areas of work, such as outcomes and asset management and operational resilience. • Manage and plan resource of both internal staff (including at least one Senior Associate), and consultant resources. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: 1. Water technical expertise gained within either water sector engineering, water/environmental science, capital programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. 2. Experience of policy development and implementation and/or designing and delivering procedures and processes within relevant field. 3. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. 4. Highly numerate with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. 5. Excellent communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. 6. Previous experience of building and leading high-performing teams with an inclusive leadership style. Attributes • Creating clarity • Delivers outcomes • Adaptable thinker Attributes as per Ofwat s Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here . Why Join Us • Meaningful Impact: Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices. Other Benefits • Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28% • 25 days annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Job title: Water Technical Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 403312 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £57,783 - £70,000 Closing date: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat as a Water Treatment / Supply Technical Specialist in our Cost Assessment Team. About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance - no other organisation does the work we do. It's unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don't cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life. The Role The Cost Assessment team is key to the delivery of PR24. We are an enthusiastic mix of economists and water sector specialists that are leading on the assessment of expenditure for the current price review. As part of this, we lead on assessment of cross industry strategic planning frameworks such as drainage and wastewater management plans (DWMPs), water resources management plans (WRMPs), and environmental programmes, such as the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). We lead on a large number of policy areas, including how we can maximise the delivery of best value, how to ensure that companies focus on the long term and anticipate and adapt to change, how best to reduce sewer flooding and improve drought and wider resilience. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), Environment Agency (EA) and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues. These are big issues for the water sector and beyond, and our contributions are vital • Apply your technical expertise and/or operational insights to act as subject matter expert and provide support and advice to cost assessment and the wider organisation. • Produce high-quality documents, review the work of others, and contribute to external publications. • Lead on policy design and the delivery of procedures and processes to ensure thorough and effective assessment of company plans during the price review (PR29) and beyond. • Undertake data analysis and critically evaluate the analysis conducted by professional peers. • Collaborate with external stakeholders, including the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Environment Agency (EA), Natural Resources Wales (NRW), Water Companies, Defra and any other relevant bodies. • Work closely with colleagues across Ofwat to align with other areas of work, such as outcomes and asset management and operational resilience. • Manage and plan resource of both internal staff (including at least one Senior Associate), and consultant resources. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: 1. Water technical expertise gained within either water sector engineering, water/environmental science, capital programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. 2. Experience of policy development and implementation and/or designing and delivering procedures and processes within relevant field. 3. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. 4. Highly numerate with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. 5. Excellent communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. 6. Previous experience of building and leading high-performing teams with an inclusive leadership style. Attributes • Creating clarity • Delivers outcomes • Adaptable thinker Attributes as per Ofwat's Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here . Why Join Us • Meaningful Impact: Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices. Other Benefits • Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28% • 25 days' annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Job title: Water Technical Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 403312 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £57,783 - £70,000 Closing date: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat as a Water Treatment / Supply Technical Specialist in our Cost Assessment Team. About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance - no other organisation does the work we do. It's unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don't cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life. The Role The Cost Assessment team is key to the delivery of PR24. We are an enthusiastic mix of economists and water sector specialists that are leading on the assessment of expenditure for the current price review. As part of this, we lead on assessment of cross industry strategic planning frameworks such as drainage and wastewater management plans (DWMPs), water resources management plans (WRMPs), and environmental programmes, such as the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). We lead on a large number of policy areas, including how we can maximise the delivery of best value, how to ensure that companies focus on the long term and anticipate and adapt to change, how best to reduce sewer flooding and improve drought and wider resilience. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), Environment Agency (EA) and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues. These are big issues for the water sector and beyond, and our contributions are vital • Apply your technical expertise and/or operational insights to act as subject matter expert and provide support and advice to cost assessment and the wider organisation. • Produce high-quality documents, review the work of others, and contribute to external publications. • Lead on policy design and the delivery of procedures and processes to ensure thorough and effective assessment of company plans during the price review (PR29) and beyond. • Undertake data analysis and critically evaluate the analysis conducted by professional peers. • Collaborate with external stakeholders, including the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Environment Agency (EA), Natural Resources Wales (NRW), Water Companies, Defra and any other relevant bodies. • Work closely with colleagues across Ofwat to align with other areas of work, such as outcomes and asset management and operational resilience. • Manage and plan resource of both internal staff (including at least one Senior Associate), and consultant resources. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: 1. Water technical expertise gained within either water sector engineering, water/environmental science, capital programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. 2. Experience of policy development and implementation and/or designing and delivering procedures and processes within relevant field. 3. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. 4. Highly numerate with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. 5. Excellent communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. 6. Previous experience of building and leading high-performing teams with an inclusive leadership style. Attributes • Creating clarity • Delivers outcomes • Adaptable thinker Attributes as per Ofwat's Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here . Why Join Us • Meaningful Impact: Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices. Other Benefits • Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28% • 25 days' annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
Join our Growing Complex Infrastructure Advisory Practice Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognizing everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together. Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, so talk to us about what's important to you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave, and how we can make reasonable adjustments for you or support your ambitions outside of work. We've experienced significant success in the complex infrastructure sector over the last two years, positioning Programme Advisory as one of the fastest-growing parts of our organisation. With bold plans for even faster growth in the coming years, we are looking to expand our team with talented and passionate professionals. Our Programme Advisory team works with some of the largest and most complex infrastructure programmes in the UK, supporting sectors such as Nuclear, Aviation, Defence, Water, Transportation, Power, and Renewables. We're currently embedded in major UK programmes, including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, High Speed 2, Xlinks, and Thames Water. Our clients face increasing pressure to drive productivity, improve performance, and reduce costs. We help them create the structures, processes, technology, and behaviours needed to turn their vision of a more streamlined operation into reality. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, empowering our clients with trusted partnerships to solve complex challenges and ensure they are well-positioned for future success. Your Purpose: Are you someone who: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is driven to make a real impact? Is passionate about contributing to transformational change across major infrastructure sectors? Enjoys solving complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions? Is motivated by working within multidisciplinary teams across different client environments? If you answered "yes" to these questions, this role could be an excellent fit for you! This is a unique opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced teams in the global AtkinsRéalis business, across a wide variety of programmes. You will play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our committed growth objectives while also developing your career and advancing your personal growth journey. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to support our three core capability pillars: Technical Leadership: Acting as subject matter experts, providing expert advice and insight to clients across infrastructure sectors. Operational Leadership: Supporting the development and growth of future AtkinsRéalis teams, prioritising welfare, talent retention and professional development. Win Work Leadership: Advocating our capabilities to clients, helping to expand our portfolio and secure new projects. What You Can Bring: Programme Lifecycle: You will contribute across the full programme lifecycle, supervising the mobilisation and delivery of major transformational projects and PMOs. Process Mapping: Develop and document best practices, processes, and guidance for programme teams and PMOs, such as creating PMO Handbooks and similar resources. Strategic Advisory: Provide strategic advice on business transformations, organisational design, portfolio management, and improving programme efficiencies to deliver greater performance. Stakeholder Management: Leading commissions & build strong relationships with key stakeholders, tailoring communications to specific audiences and facilitating effective workshops (in-person, virtual, or hybrid). Reasoning skills: Apply your strong analytical thinking to collect, organise, and investigate significant amounts of data, ensuring the accurate delivery of insights and recommendations. Proactive Approach: Take initiative in delivering high-quality advice and solutions in dynamic, complex, and often ambiguous environments. Driving Change: Lead change initiatives, driving tangible results in fast-evolving environments. Technical Excellence: Leverage your area of expertise to deliver exceptional service to our clients, ensuring that both clients and internal teams benefit from your technical knowledge and insights. Business Development: Use your client management skills to enhance AtkinsRéalis brand position and build deep connections with current and future clients. Leadership: Contribute to the ongoing success of our practice by working with junior members of the team on their professional development and programme advisory skillset. Professional Certifications: Ideally, you will hold or be working towards certifications such as APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP, MoP, MSP, or PRINCE2, or similar qualifications. Why work for AtkinsRéalis? Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness. Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects - from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK. Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Join our Growing Complex Infrastructure Advisory Practice Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognizing everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together. Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, so talk to us about what's important to you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave, and how we can make reasonable adjustments for you or support your ambitions outside of work. We've experienced significant success in the complex infrastructure sector over the last two years, positioning Programme Advisory as one of the fastest-growing parts of our organisation. With bold plans for even faster growth in the coming years, we are looking to expand our team with talented and passionate professionals. Our Programme Advisory team works with some of the largest and most complex infrastructure programmes in the UK, supporting sectors such as Nuclear, Aviation, Defence, Water, Transportation, Power, and Renewables. We're currently embedded in major UK programmes, including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, High Speed 2, Xlinks, and Thames Water. Our clients face increasing pressure to drive productivity, improve performance, and reduce costs. We help them create the structures, processes, technology, and behaviours needed to turn their vision of a more streamlined operation into reality. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, empowering our clients with trusted partnerships to solve complex challenges and ensure they are well-positioned for future success. Your Purpose: Are you someone who: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is driven to make a real impact? Is passionate about contributing to transformational change across major infrastructure sectors? Enjoys solving complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions? Is motivated by working within multidisciplinary teams across different client environments? If you answered "yes" to these questions, this role could be an excellent fit for you! This is a unique opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced teams in the global AtkinsRéalis business, across a wide variety of programmes. You will play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our committed growth objectives while also developing your career and advancing your personal growth journey. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to support our three core capability pillars: Technical Leadership: Acting as subject matter experts, providing expert advice and insight to clients across infrastructure sectors. Operational Leadership: Supporting the development and growth of future AtkinsRéalis teams, prioritising welfare, talent retention and professional development. Win Work Leadership: Advocating our capabilities to clients, helping to expand our portfolio and secure new projects. What You Can Bring: Programme Lifecycle: You will contribute across the full programme lifecycle, supervising the mobilisation and delivery of major transformational projects and PMOs. Process Mapping: Develop and document best practices, processes, and guidance for programme teams and PMOs, such as creating PMO Handbooks and similar resources. Strategic Advisory: Provide strategic advice on business transformations, organisational design, portfolio management, and improving programme efficiencies to deliver greater performance. Stakeholder Management: Leading commissions & build strong relationships with key stakeholders, tailoring communications to specific audiences and facilitating effective workshops (in-person, virtual, or hybrid). Reasoning skills: Apply your strong analytical thinking to collect, organise, and investigate significant amounts of data, ensuring the accurate delivery of insights and recommendations. Proactive Approach: Take initiative in delivering high-quality advice and solutions in dynamic, complex, and often ambiguous environments. Driving Change: Lead change initiatives, driving tangible results in fast-evolving environments. Technical Excellence: Leverage your area of expertise to deliver exceptional service to our clients, ensuring that both clients and internal teams benefit from your technical knowledge and insights. Business Development: Use your client management skills to enhance AtkinsRéalis brand position and build deep connections with current and future clients. Leadership: Contribute to the ongoing success of our practice by working with junior members of the team on their professional development and programme advisory skillset. Professional Certifications: Ideally, you will hold or be working towards certifications such as APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP, MoP, MSP, or PRINCE2, or similar qualifications. Why work for AtkinsRéalis? Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness. Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects - from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK. Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Principal Business Development Leader - Power & Utilities, Power & Utilities - Energy & Utilities IBU Job ID: AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch) Do you have the passion to work in the AWS Energy & Utilities industry unit with focus on our Power & Utility customers digitization and business transformation journeys? Do you want to be a key part of a team focused on the energy transition, increasing the reach of cloud computing in IT/OT continuum across our utility customers that providing essential services including electricity, water and natural gas? Do you have the industry background, technical depth, and business development skills needed to help grow AWS leadership in this industry? The industry is in the midst of unprecedented transformation through changing business models, cost reduction pressure, constrained capital, climate resilience initiatives (electric grid and water infrastructure modernization, transportation electrification), increasing cybersecurity threats, and they are looking to the cloud to modernize and transform their operations. We are looking for a Business Development leader who understands the core business domains - generation, transmission, distribution and retail/ consumers - of our utility customers and partner network. In this role, you will have both a business and a technology background with demonstrated experience earning customer trust at the CxO/ VP level. You have demonstrated ability in IT business development and experience in Line of Business engagements, sales and Go to Market, and the passion to think big and strategically about business and technical challenges. You have the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions, and work cross-organizationally to build consensus. A keen sense of ownership and scrappiness is a must. Your responsibility will include engaging with a selected group of customers and strategic industry partners, attending and speaking at industry events, and leading field/ sales enablement activities, hence creating significant new business opportunities for AWS. You will enable the AWS customer teams selling to industry accounts to drive their day-to-day interactions. You will work closely with AWS solutions architects and partner teams to develop, promote and/or support cloud patterns and solutions. You will work closely with the AWS industry solutions, marketing, compliance and security, policy and startup teams to help evolve AWS offerings for more rapid cloud adoption. Key job responsibilities Define and execute on a strategic market development plan in line with the AWS Energy - Power & Utilities (P&U) industry strategic direction. Partner with key internal stakeholders, such as sales, professional services, partner (GSI, ISV) teams and security and compliance, policy, and startups. Build dedicated sales plays targeting persons in line of business and drive engagements from identification through launch. Help customers build a business outcome driven strategy and advise them with the creation of the plan. Apply AWS working backwards and digital innovation mechanisms. Coordinate regional field enablement and engagement initiatives. Planning and management of team engagements at industry, customer and internal events. Understand the technical requirements of customers and work closely with the internal industry solution teams to guide the direction of our services and product offerings. Participate with strategic planning and support the creation of annual strategy narratives. Present business reviews to the senior management team regarding progress and roadblocks to expanding our reach in the industry. Serve as a key member of the global AWS Energy - Power & Utilities Business Development team to drive overall AWS industry expertise, industry solutions, and technical enablement strategy. Skills and Qualities Required A deep understanding of Power & utilities operating model and key business and technical challenges faced by utilities in current fast changing environment e.g., growth in demand due to data centers proliferation, electrification of transportation, deregulation et al . Ability to analyze complex situations, identify strategic opportunities for AWS, and develop actionable plans for pursuing these opportunities. Proven negotiation skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams are crucial for securing partnerships and driving projects to successful completion. The capacity to adapt to a rapidly changing industry landscape and to think creatively about solving environmental challenges through business solutions. A commitment to sustainability and a vision for how technology and innovation can drive a more sustainable future in the energy industry. About the team A day in the life Working in a highly ambiguous environment, you will complete tasks and projects quickly and with little to no guidance, and take effective action without having to know the total picture. You will apply a superior attention to detail, great organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple critical requests while maintaining flexibility, a sense of humor, and most importantly, grace under pressure. You will understand business priorities, demonstrate the ability to proactively anticipate needs, and drive improvements to build capacity for the leaders and their teams. Over time, you will build deep and trusting professional relationships with the leaders and their teams, which will blossom into strong partnerships that provide opportunity for special projects with increased responsibility and long-term career growth. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 15+ years of Power & Utilities industry experience, deep understanding of utility operations and challenges. - Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, strong cross-functional leadership abilities. Excellent communication and public speaking skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Expertise in Operational Technology (OT) - Strategic and analytical thinking - Adaptability and innovation mindset - Strong negotiation skills - Commitment to sustainability Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Principal Business Development Leader - Power & Utilities, Power & Utilities - Energy & Utilities IBU Job ID: AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch) Do you have the passion to work in the AWS Energy & Utilities industry unit with focus on our Power & Utility customers digitization and business transformation journeys? Do you want to be a key part of a team focused on the energy transition, increasing the reach of cloud computing in IT/OT continuum across our utility customers that providing essential services including electricity, water and natural gas? Do you have the industry background, technical depth, and business development skills needed to help grow AWS leadership in this industry? The industry is in the midst of unprecedented transformation through changing business models, cost reduction pressure, constrained capital, climate resilience initiatives (electric grid and water infrastructure modernization, transportation electrification), increasing cybersecurity threats, and they are looking to the cloud to modernize and transform their operations. We are looking for a Business Development leader who understands the core business domains - generation, transmission, distribution and retail/ consumers - of our utility customers and partner network. In this role, you will have both a business and a technology background with demonstrated experience earning customer trust at the CxO/ VP level. You have demonstrated ability in IT business development and experience in Line of Business engagements, sales and Go to Market, and the passion to think big and strategically about business and technical challenges. You have the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions, and work cross-organizationally to build consensus. A keen sense of ownership and scrappiness is a must. Your responsibility will include engaging with a selected group of customers and strategic industry partners, attending and speaking at industry events, and leading field/ sales enablement activities, hence creating significant new business opportunities for AWS. You will enable the AWS customer teams selling to industry accounts to drive their day-to-day interactions. You will work closely with AWS solutions architects and partner teams to develop, promote and/or support cloud patterns and solutions. You will work closely with the AWS industry solutions, marketing, compliance and security, policy and startup teams to help evolve AWS offerings for more rapid cloud adoption. Key job responsibilities Define and execute on a strategic market development plan in line with the AWS Energy - Power & Utilities (P&U) industry strategic direction. Partner with key internal stakeholders, such as sales, professional services, partner (GSI, ISV) teams and security and compliance, policy, and startups. Build dedicated sales plays targeting persons in line of business and drive engagements from identification through launch. Help customers build a business outcome driven strategy and advise them with the creation of the plan. Apply AWS working backwards and digital innovation mechanisms. Coordinate regional field enablement and engagement initiatives. Planning and management of team engagements at industry, customer and internal events. Understand the technical requirements of customers and work closely with the internal industry solution teams to guide the direction of our services and product offerings. Participate with strategic planning and support the creation of annual strategy narratives. Present business reviews to the senior management team regarding progress and roadblocks to expanding our reach in the industry. Serve as a key member of the global AWS Energy - Power & Utilities Business Development team to drive overall AWS industry expertise, industry solutions, and technical enablement strategy. Skills and Qualities Required A deep understanding of Power & utilities operating model and key business and technical challenges faced by utilities in current fast changing environment e.g., growth in demand due to data centers proliferation, electrification of transportation, deregulation et al . Ability to analyze complex situations, identify strategic opportunities for AWS, and develop actionable plans for pursuing these opportunities. Proven negotiation skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams are crucial for securing partnerships and driving projects to successful completion. The capacity to adapt to a rapidly changing industry landscape and to think creatively about solving environmental challenges through business solutions. A commitment to sustainability and a vision for how technology and innovation can drive a more sustainable future in the energy industry. About the team A day in the life Working in a highly ambiguous environment, you will complete tasks and projects quickly and with little to no guidance, and take effective action without having to know the total picture. You will apply a superior attention to detail, great organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple critical requests while maintaining flexibility, a sense of humor, and most importantly, grace under pressure. You will understand business priorities, demonstrate the ability to proactively anticipate needs, and drive improvements to build capacity for the leaders and their teams. Over time, you will build deep and trusting professional relationships with the leaders and their teams, which will blossom into strong partnerships that provide opportunity for special projects with increased responsibility and long-term career growth. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 15+ years of Power & Utilities industry experience, deep understanding of utility operations and challenges. - Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, strong cross-functional leadership abilities. Excellent communication and public speaking skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Expertise in Operational Technology (OT) - Strategic and analytical thinking - Adaptability and innovation mindset - Strong negotiation skills - Commitment to sustainability Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Job Details: Principal Mining Hydrogeologist We are looking for experienced mine water professionals ( Full-Time or Part-Time ) to join our busy Mine Water Group and support an expanding pipeline of work in the mining sector. This position provides an exciting opportunity to join SLR's expanding multi-disciplinary service offering which includes mining engineers, geologists, tailings engineers, geotechnical engineers, ESG practitioners, hydrologists, hydrogeologists, and geochemists. You will have the opportunity to work with an established team of senior mining consultants. We are interested to hear from water specialists in the fields of hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, water resources, and engineering with experience on local and international mining projects. You could be based in any of our existing European offices, but the following locations are preferred: Dublin; Edinburgh; Bristol; Nottingham; or London. About the role: If successful you will have the opportunity to: Provide specialist input to local and international mining studies including; Pre-Feasibility & Feasibility Studies (PFS / FS); Due Diligence Assessments; Environmental & Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and Closure Planning. Develop SLR's technical offering in relation to numerical groundwater modelling in Europe and engage with your technical peers in the global teams. Provide specialist input to other subsurface technical studies including engineering. Have involvement in all aspects of successful project delivery including proposals writing, risk identification, project set-up, track progress against budgets, and ensure the issue of a suitably high quality of deliverables to strengthen client relationships. Manage and direct projects and tasks within your specialist area and communicate with internal and external clients. Provide workload to others in the team and other disciplines and mentor and coach others. Have input into the strategic direction, planning and development of the team, creating new opportunities and prospects, and enhancing team capacity and capability. Keep abreast of technical innovation and contribute to ensuring we provide high value advice which complies with recognised best practice, technical guidance and legislation impacting water management in the mining and minerals sector, both nationally and internationally and ensuring SLR is well placed to take advantage of change. Your project work is likely to involve travel across the UK, Europe and internationally. You would work on projects with our colleagues who are based in other offices throughout Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Americas. About SLR SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3000+ employees across 6 regions - including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR's 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business: providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life. About you If you are interested in applying, we would love to hear from you. We envisage that you would be able to bring/demonstrate: Relevant academic qualification(s) and be working toward or already registered as a Chartered specialist through a UK/EU recognised organisation (or equivalent overseas organisation). Demonstrable experience in contributing to the delivery of a range of technical studies through any of the various phases of the mine life cycle from feasibility and design, environmental impact assessment, operational and closure. Strong technical experience and understanding of mine water management with demonstrable ability to a high level in industry relevant numerical groundwater modelling. Strong communication skills alongside experience in reporting and communicating technical studies and findings, both on-line and in-person settings. Your knowledge will include: Groundwater flow and contaminant transport modelling Hydrogeological and subsurface investigation and characterisation Conceptual site model development Environmental & Social Impact Assessments It would also be advantageous to have knowledge of the following: Dewatering and depressurisation Hydraulic Testing and Analysis Mine water management Water quality and geochemical assessment and modelling GoldSim probabilistic scenario modelling Code and script development Data management GIS and/or CAD skills Design and specification of dewatering and/or other water management infrastructure Capital and operational cost estimation Due to the nature of the work you will have a full current driving licence valid in the UK. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently underrepresented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. To apply If you are interested in this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you, so click apply or you can submit your application at: Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR. SLR Commitment - All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Job Details: Principal Mining Hydrogeologist We are looking for experienced mine water professionals ( Full-Time or Part-Time ) to join our busy Mine Water Group and support an expanding pipeline of work in the mining sector. This position provides an exciting opportunity to join SLR's expanding multi-disciplinary service offering which includes mining engineers, geologists, tailings engineers, geotechnical engineers, ESG practitioners, hydrologists, hydrogeologists, and geochemists. You will have the opportunity to work with an established team of senior mining consultants. We are interested to hear from water specialists in the fields of hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, water resources, and engineering with experience on local and international mining projects. You could be based in any of our existing European offices, but the following locations are preferred: Dublin; Edinburgh; Bristol; Nottingham; or London. About the role: If successful you will have the opportunity to: Provide specialist input to local and international mining studies including; Pre-Feasibility & Feasibility Studies (PFS / FS); Due Diligence Assessments; Environmental & Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and Closure Planning. Develop SLR's technical offering in relation to numerical groundwater modelling in Europe and engage with your technical peers in the global teams. Provide specialist input to other subsurface technical studies including engineering. Have involvement in all aspects of successful project delivery including proposals writing, risk identification, project set-up, track progress against budgets, and ensure the issue of a suitably high quality of deliverables to strengthen client relationships. Manage and direct projects and tasks within your specialist area and communicate with internal and external clients. Provide workload to others in the team and other disciplines and mentor and coach others. Have input into the strategic direction, planning and development of the team, creating new opportunities and prospects, and enhancing team capacity and capability. Keep abreast of technical innovation and contribute to ensuring we provide high value advice which complies with recognised best practice, technical guidance and legislation impacting water management in the mining and minerals sector, both nationally and internationally and ensuring SLR is well placed to take advantage of change. Your project work is likely to involve travel across the UK, Europe and internationally. You would work on projects with our colleagues who are based in other offices throughout Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Americas. About SLR SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3000+ employees across 6 regions - including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR's 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business: providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life. About you If you are interested in applying, we would love to hear from you. We envisage that you would be able to bring/demonstrate: Relevant academic qualification(s) and be working toward or already registered as a Chartered specialist through a UK/EU recognised organisation (or equivalent overseas organisation). Demonstrable experience in contributing to the delivery of a range of technical studies through any of the various phases of the mine life cycle from feasibility and design, environmental impact assessment, operational and closure. Strong technical experience and understanding of mine water management with demonstrable ability to a high level in industry relevant numerical groundwater modelling. Strong communication skills alongside experience in reporting and communicating technical studies and findings, both on-line and in-person settings. Your knowledge will include: Groundwater flow and contaminant transport modelling Hydrogeological and subsurface investigation and characterisation Conceptual site model development Environmental & Social Impact Assessments It would also be advantageous to have knowledge of the following: Dewatering and depressurisation Hydraulic Testing and Analysis Mine water management Water quality and geochemical assessment and modelling GoldSim probabilistic scenario modelling Code and script development Data management GIS and/or CAD skills Design and specification of dewatering and/or other water management infrastructure Capital and operational cost estimation Due to the nature of the work you will have a full current driving licence valid in the UK. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently underrepresented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. To apply If you are interested in this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you, so click apply or you can submit your application at: Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR. SLR Commitment - All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.
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Salary and terms: Salary will be competitive, reflect our London base, and commensurate with the level of experience of the candidate appointed. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, life assurance and Paycare medical benefits. Application closing date: The position will remain open until filled. MRAG Limited is a leading environmental consultancy dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources. We specialise in aquatic resources, in particular fisheries and aquaculture. About this job: We are currently seeking a Principal Fisheries Consultant to work on marine and freshwater fisheries and aquaculture projects. This is a full-time position based in central London, with a hybrid working arrangement (remote and in-office), and opportunities for overseas travel. Please ensure you are eligible to live and work in the UK before applying. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in the sustainable use and management of fisheries, aquaculture and associated ecosystems in an area relevant to MRAG's work (see MRAG website ). The ideal candidate will be highly qualified and motivated, with a minimum of 8 years' relevant experience. Your primary role will be to implement projects within MRAG's portfolio, but you will also need to participate and manage the full project cycle, from tendering to implementation. Experience managing a diverse project portfolio and an established network of contacts is essential. Proficiency in additional languages is an advantage. Required experience and skills: Post-graduate degree in marine biology, fisheries science or another relevant subject. Minimum of 8 years' professional experience in fisheries and aquaculture sector. Experience managing the full project cycle, including contractual and budgeting aspects. Proven experience in new business development and a network of relevant contacts. Experience leading and managing project teams. Excellent written, presentation and quantitative analytic skills, with a track record of producing high quality outputs. Broad geographical experience in projects related to fisheries and aquaculture. Strong communication skills, both within teams and with clients and project partners. Additional languages are desirable but not essential. Ability to multitask across several projects, often to tight deadlines. Knowledge of fisheries and climate change, ecosystem approach to fisheries management, the blue economy or marine spatial planning would be desirable, but not essential. Application process: If you are interested, please submit the following to , marked for the attention of Dr Robert Wakeford: A cover letter outlining how your skills, experience and knowledge directly address the responsibilities and requirements. Please include your current salary and notice period. Referees whom we may contact at a later stage. Examples of your writing skills (e.g. published papers, publicly available project outputs). At a later stage we may also seek from you: Copies of certificates for academic and other qualifications. Please submit all documents as Word or PDF files with titles like: "Your Name Cover Letter", "Your Name CV", "Your Name Writing Skills Example 1," etc. The subject of the email should read: Application for Principal Consultant.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Salary and terms: Salary will be competitive, reflect our London base, and commensurate with the level of experience of the candidate appointed. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, life assurance and Paycare medical benefits. Application closing date: The position will remain open until filled. MRAG Limited is a leading environmental consultancy dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources. We specialise in aquatic resources, in particular fisheries and aquaculture. About this job: We are currently seeking a Principal Fisheries Consultant to work on marine and freshwater fisheries and aquaculture projects. This is a full-time position based in central London, with a hybrid working arrangement (remote and in-office), and opportunities for overseas travel. Please ensure you are eligible to live and work in the UK before applying. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in the sustainable use and management of fisheries, aquaculture and associated ecosystems in an area relevant to MRAG's work (see MRAG website ). The ideal candidate will be highly qualified and motivated, with a minimum of 8 years' relevant experience. Your primary role will be to implement projects within MRAG's portfolio, but you will also need to participate and manage the full project cycle, from tendering to implementation. Experience managing a diverse project portfolio and an established network of contacts is essential. Proficiency in additional languages is an advantage. Required experience and skills: Post-graduate degree in marine biology, fisheries science or another relevant subject. Minimum of 8 years' professional experience in fisheries and aquaculture sector. Experience managing the full project cycle, including contractual and budgeting aspects. Proven experience in new business development and a network of relevant contacts. Experience leading and managing project teams. Excellent written, presentation and quantitative analytic skills, with a track record of producing high quality outputs. Broad geographical experience in projects related to fisheries and aquaculture. Strong communication skills, both within teams and with clients and project partners. Additional languages are desirable but not essential. Ability to multitask across several projects, often to tight deadlines. Knowledge of fisheries and climate change, ecosystem approach to fisheries management, the blue economy or marine spatial planning would be desirable, but not essential. Application process: If you are interested, please submit the following to , marked for the attention of Dr Robert Wakeford: A cover letter outlining how your skills, experience and knowledge directly address the responsibilities and requirements. Please include your current salary and notice period. Referees whom we may contact at a later stage. Examples of your writing skills (e.g. published papers, publicly available project outputs). At a later stage we may also seek from you: Copies of certificates for academic and other qualifications. Please submit all documents as Word or PDF files with titles like: "Your Name Cover Letter", "Your Name CV", "Your Name Writing Skills Example 1," etc. The subject of the email should read: Application for Principal Consultant.
P4 - Associate / Associate Director water quality scientist (flexible on location) This position is available as either full-time and part-time and can be based in any of our office locations. Our largest team presences are in: Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Derby, Edinburgh, Epsom, Glasgow, Manchester, Oxford, Peterborough and Swansea. However, we have offices in many other locations across the UK where you could be based. Could you take a key role in water quality services within our friendly and successful water management consultancy? This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to progress their career at an exciting time for the industry. Our Water Management Consultancy operates at the interface between people and the water environment, with specialisms in water quality, water resources planning, flood risk management and climate analysis. All of this requires a thorough understanding of biogeochemical and hydrological processes. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges related to water quality, resources, and climate resilience. AtkinsRéalis business is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies, with over 36,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. Our Water Management Consultancy Practice covers a wider range of specialisms - including environmental chemistry, water quality, catchment management, hydrology/water resource planning, and geomorphology. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the depth of our technical expertise. We currently have a number of new exciting and technically challenging projects in the wider quality area. We welcome applications from enthusiastic scientists in this field. The post can be full-time or part-time; with flexibility to make this work for you. As a Principal Water Quality Modelling specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our water management solutions. Collaborating with a friendly and accomplished team, you'll lead and set the direction in projects that safeguard our environment, enhancing water quality. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in an industry that's evolving rapidly. Recent projects delivered by our water quality team include simulating the whole of the freshwater River Thames to support strategic water resource options, updating catchment models used as the standard for regulatory planning across the England and Wales, developing and implementing a new approach to drainage and wastewater management, and working with regulators and the water industry to improve bathing water quality. You will join a team of nearly 200 water management specialists, supporting our clients in making the right strategic investment decisions for critical infrastructure, in changing futures and climates, in areas as diverse as water resources, natural capital, mature-base solutions, flood management, green infrastructure, energy and transportation. We work for clients across the UK, including central government, regulators, the water industry, NGOs, and local authorities. Beyond the UK, we play an important role in supporting major international development banks and private clients in driving forwards sustainable water management solutions for irrigation, potable water supply and wider infrastructure schemes. Responsibilities: You will be joining an established and successful team, working with our water quality Technical Authority on the coordination and delivery of water quality modelling investigations, helping set the direction of the work we do. You will work effectively as part of a team and with other professionals (environmental scientists, engineers, planners) throughout AtkinsRéalis to provide a consistent and integrated service to our clients. You also will champion high standards of performance, influence project development and deliver sustainable outcomes. You will undertake your own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, leading on projects and frameworks as appropriate. You will work closely with our clients to develop trusted relationships, supporting them in a confident, professional manner. You will lead on bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team. We will support and train you with all of this and make sure that you can undertake Continual Professional Development in accordance with requirements of a professional institute. The individual: We are looking for someone flexible, prepared to take on new challenges and help set the direction in our water quality modelling projects. Industry-leading experience in water quality is essential, with expertise in leading/coordinating and managing large water quality projects. You will have a degree or higher in an environmental or science subject; you will ideally be chartered. You will have expert numerical and data analysis skills and be able to write in a compelling and engaging way to communicate complex ideas to a wide audience. You will have an expert knowledge of environmental water quality regulation; for example, the Water Framework Directive, Bathing Water Directive, Storm Overflow Assessment Framework (SOAF) and Storm Overflows Discharge Reduction Plans (SODRP). You will be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm, commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes and focused on delivering technical excellence. You will be someone able to inspire others in a team. A skilled collaborative worker, you will have great interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with different teams, clients, and stakeholders. You will be well-organized, able to plan ahead and deal with multiple projects running in parallel. What we offer: Part-time and/or flexible hours contracts. Paid overtime and/or TOIL system. Competitive salaries and a huge range of other benefits. 25 days annual leave, plus paid bank holidays, plus the ability to buy up to 15 extra days. Paid professional memberships and individual training budgets. Tailored training and mentoring schemes to advance your career. And so much more. AtkinsRéalis are committed to creating an environment where Everyone Belongs. We have a commitment to identify and recruit from the most diverse talent pool and develop new and improved ways to sponsor talent from underrepresented groups. We have a range of employee network groups encouraging an inclusive workplace where all employees can flourish. Here at AtkinsRéalis, wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do. We recognise that there is more to life than work and that making time for the other things is crucial for health and happiness. Therefore, if working from home, working part-time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, we are more than happy to discuss individual requirements. Our IT systems support home-working, so where you have parental or carer duties; or you simply need to be elsewhere for a parcel, servicing your car, or waiting in for a tradesperson; AtkinsRéalis will work for you. Training: AtkinsRéalis develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. Development plans are reviewed with individuals throughout the year putting you in the driving seat. You will also be part of our global Technical Networks, which provide a flow of technically orientated information and ideas through the company. Rewards and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. To support and safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing we provide an employee assistance programme offering advice and support in times of need. When you start with us, you'll enjoy "Total Reward," a package tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career. Please refer to our website for details of our full benefits package. Why work for AtkinsRéalis? We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women. We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through community housing. Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
P4 - Associate / Associate Director water quality scientist (flexible on location) This position is available as either full-time and part-time and can be based in any of our office locations. Our largest team presences are in: Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Derby, Edinburgh, Epsom, Glasgow, Manchester, Oxford, Peterborough and Swansea. However, we have offices in many other locations across the UK where you could be based. Could you take a key role in water quality services within our friendly and successful water management consultancy? This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to progress their career at an exciting time for the industry. Our Water Management Consultancy operates at the interface between people and the water environment, with specialisms in water quality, water resources planning, flood risk management and climate analysis. All of this requires a thorough understanding of biogeochemical and hydrological processes. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges related to water quality, resources, and climate resilience. AtkinsRéalis business is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies, with over 36,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. Our Water Management Consultancy Practice covers a wider range of specialisms - including environmental chemistry, water quality, catchment management, hydrology/water resource planning, and geomorphology. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the depth of our technical expertise. We currently have a number of new exciting and technically challenging projects in the wider quality area. We welcome applications from enthusiastic scientists in this field. The post can be full-time or part-time; with flexibility to make this work for you. As a Principal Water Quality Modelling specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our water management solutions. Collaborating with a friendly and accomplished team, you'll lead and set the direction in projects that safeguard our environment, enhancing water quality. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in an industry that's evolving rapidly. Recent projects delivered by our water quality team include simulating the whole of the freshwater River Thames to support strategic water resource options, updating catchment models used as the standard for regulatory planning across the England and Wales, developing and implementing a new approach to drainage and wastewater management, and working with regulators and the water industry to improve bathing water quality. You will join a team of nearly 200 water management specialists, supporting our clients in making the right strategic investment decisions for critical infrastructure, in changing futures and climates, in areas as diverse as water resources, natural capital, mature-base solutions, flood management, green infrastructure, energy and transportation. We work for clients across the UK, including central government, regulators, the water industry, NGOs, and local authorities. Beyond the UK, we play an important role in supporting major international development banks and private clients in driving forwards sustainable water management solutions for irrigation, potable water supply and wider infrastructure schemes. Responsibilities: You will be joining an established and successful team, working with our water quality Technical Authority on the coordination and delivery of water quality modelling investigations, helping set the direction of the work we do. You will work effectively as part of a team and with other professionals (environmental scientists, engineers, planners) throughout AtkinsRéalis to provide a consistent and integrated service to our clients. You also will champion high standards of performance, influence project development and deliver sustainable outcomes. You will undertake your own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, leading on projects and frameworks as appropriate. You will work closely with our clients to develop trusted relationships, supporting them in a confident, professional manner. You will lead on bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team. We will support and train you with all of this and make sure that you can undertake Continual Professional Development in accordance with requirements of a professional institute. The individual: We are looking for someone flexible, prepared to take on new challenges and help set the direction in our water quality modelling projects. Industry-leading experience in water quality is essential, with expertise in leading/coordinating and managing large water quality projects. You will have a degree or higher in an environmental or science subject; you will ideally be chartered. You will have expert numerical and data analysis skills and be able to write in a compelling and engaging way to communicate complex ideas to a wide audience. You will have an expert knowledge of environmental water quality regulation; for example, the Water Framework Directive, Bathing Water Directive, Storm Overflow Assessment Framework (SOAF) and Storm Overflows Discharge Reduction Plans (SODRP). You will be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm, commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes and focused on delivering technical excellence. You will be someone able to inspire others in a team. A skilled collaborative worker, you will have great interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with different teams, clients, and stakeholders. You will be well-organized, able to plan ahead and deal with multiple projects running in parallel. What we offer: Part-time and/or flexible hours contracts. Paid overtime and/or TOIL system. Competitive salaries and a huge range of other benefits. 25 days annual leave, plus paid bank holidays, plus the ability to buy up to 15 extra days. Paid professional memberships and individual training budgets. Tailored training and mentoring schemes to advance your career. And so much more. AtkinsRéalis are committed to creating an environment where Everyone Belongs. We have a commitment to identify and recruit from the most diverse talent pool and develop new and improved ways to sponsor talent from underrepresented groups. We have a range of employee network groups encouraging an inclusive workplace where all employees can flourish. Here at AtkinsRéalis, wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do. We recognise that there is more to life than work and that making time for the other things is crucial for health and happiness. Therefore, if working from home, working part-time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, we are more than happy to discuss individual requirements. Our IT systems support home-working, so where you have parental or carer duties; or you simply need to be elsewhere for a parcel, servicing your car, or waiting in for a tradesperson; AtkinsRéalis will work for you. Training: AtkinsRéalis develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. Development plans are reviewed with individuals throughout the year putting you in the driving seat. You will also be part of our global Technical Networks, which provide a flow of technically orientated information and ideas through the company. Rewards and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. To support and safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing we provide an employee assistance programme offering advice and support in times of need. When you start with us, you'll enjoy "Total Reward," a package tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career. Please refer to our website for details of our full benefits package. Why work for AtkinsRéalis? We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women. We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through community housing. Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop.
Associate Director-Highways & Transportation Design Lead for a thriving SME Consultancy in Otley, Leeds Hays Civil Engineering is delighted to be partnering on a retained basis with Roughan & O'Donovan (ROD) a firm of civil, structural, and environmental engineering consultants. The company has been established for 50 years and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Current annual revenues exceed £20M and employee numbers exceed 200. ROD has an office in Otley near Leeds and two offices in Dublin. There are 12 shareholders of ROD, all of whom are full-time employees of the company. The office in Otley was established in 2019 and a separate operating company, Roughan and O'Donovan UK Ltd, was incorporated in 2018. There are currently 19 people working in the Otley office with a plan to increase this over the coming years. Current UK projects the team are involved in are: A5 Western Transport Corridor ECI, A6 Dungiven to Drumahoe D&B, Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside Bridge, A47 Harfrey's Roundabout and Herring Bridge and Approaches, Great Yarmouth and Cross Tay Link Road. Whilst these are major highways and bridge projects, there is an extensive element of Active Travel, SUDS, Environment and Geotechnical elements to them with a keen focus on sustainability. Past projects include: A6 Randaltown to Castledawson, A1231 Northern Spire and approaches and M8-M73-M74 Motorway Upgrade. Revenues at ROD UK Ltd are currently of the order of £2M per annum. ROD has an extensive portfolio of past projects in the Highways & Transportation sector in Ireland, having provided services to public-sector, contractor and PPP clients on more than 500km of motorway projects, and Greenways, for instance. ROD is also a market leader in Urban Realm and Active Travel project design in Ireland and has been requested to provide training in this sector in the UK based on our large portfolio of completed projects. Sustainability and liveability are cornerstones of our design philosophy, and we strive to incorporate circular economy principles in all of our project designs. ROD has targeted the UK market as its principal growth area and is now seeking to recruit an Associate/Technical Director to support the further growth of the ROD UKL business in that sector. This role is ideal for an individual with a proven ability to provide technical leadership, to develop professional teams, and to provide high quality service to clients. The successful candidate will hold a senior transportation design leadership position in an engineering consultancy and will have the ambition to lead that discipline within the expanding ROD UKL team. The position will be based in the Otley office. Responsibilities Provide leadership for the transportation team, overseeing, supporting, advising and coaching the engineering professionals.Supervise highways and transportation projects, lead design evolution and checking with full technical responsibility for deliverables, assign responsibilities and allocate resources efficiently.Lead and direct bidding efforts for new highways and transportation projects.Be part of the management team in the wider ROD Transportation Group, including organising ROD UKL inputs to projects in Ireland and coordinating resources in Ireland to support UK bidding and projects.Maintain excellent levels of customer service.Report to the Managing Director of the ROD UKL business.Undertake group-wide management functions allocated by the Board. Required Skills and Experience A Chartered Engineer with a university degree.Excellent technical skills in the design of highways, streets, and transportation projects.Commercial and financial acumen.Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.Capable of representing the company with clients and external parties.Experience of traffic network analysis is desirable but not essential. What you'll get in return An opportunity to join an established consultancy, offering the autonomy to run the Highways discipline and the strategic goals for future success, by further developing strong new and existing client relationships and maintaining their reputation for quality delivery and ongoing service.As a business, they take pride in offering their people consistent progression. Their people are their main priority, which is why they offer a flexible and hybrid working environment for those that choose to utilise it. They also ensure the Leeds office is open 5 days a week for individuals that prefer to work in an office environment too.They retain their people by offering long-term, stable, and progressive careers, including supporting continued learning and setting career goals suited to the individual and business.A competitive package is available, and you can expect to achieve a basic salary of £70k-£80k basic, plus bonus and benefits associated with this level of appointment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please call Karly Clark-Head of Engineering, on or click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Associate Director-Highways & Transportation Design Lead for a thriving SME Consultancy in Otley, Leeds Hays Civil Engineering is delighted to be partnering on a retained basis with Roughan & O'Donovan (ROD) a firm of civil, structural, and environmental engineering consultants. The company has been established for 50 years and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Current annual revenues exceed £20M and employee numbers exceed 200. ROD has an office in Otley near Leeds and two offices in Dublin. There are 12 shareholders of ROD, all of whom are full-time employees of the company. The office in Otley was established in 2019 and a separate operating company, Roughan and O'Donovan UK Ltd, was incorporated in 2018. There are currently 19 people working in the Otley office with a plan to increase this over the coming years. Current UK projects the team are involved in are: A5 Western Transport Corridor ECI, A6 Dungiven to Drumahoe D&B, Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside Bridge, A47 Harfrey's Roundabout and Herring Bridge and Approaches, Great Yarmouth and Cross Tay Link Road. Whilst these are major highways and bridge projects, there is an extensive element of Active Travel, SUDS, Environment and Geotechnical elements to them with a keen focus on sustainability. Past projects include: A6 Randaltown to Castledawson, A1231 Northern Spire and approaches and M8-M73-M74 Motorway Upgrade. Revenues at ROD UK Ltd are currently of the order of £2M per annum. ROD has an extensive portfolio of past projects in the Highways & Transportation sector in Ireland, having provided services to public-sector, contractor and PPP clients on more than 500km of motorway projects, and Greenways, for instance. ROD is also a market leader in Urban Realm and Active Travel project design in Ireland and has been requested to provide training in this sector in the UK based on our large portfolio of completed projects. Sustainability and liveability are cornerstones of our design philosophy, and we strive to incorporate circular economy principles in all of our project designs. ROD has targeted the UK market as its principal growth area and is now seeking to recruit an Associate/Technical Director to support the further growth of the ROD UKL business in that sector. This role is ideal for an individual with a proven ability to provide technical leadership, to develop professional teams, and to provide high quality service to clients. The successful candidate will hold a senior transportation design leadership position in an engineering consultancy and will have the ambition to lead that discipline within the expanding ROD UKL team. The position will be based in the Otley office. Responsibilities Provide leadership for the transportation team, overseeing, supporting, advising and coaching the engineering professionals.Supervise highways and transportation projects, lead design evolution and checking with full technical responsibility for deliverables, assign responsibilities and allocate resources efficiently.Lead and direct bidding efforts for new highways and transportation projects.Be part of the management team in the wider ROD Transportation Group, including organising ROD UKL inputs to projects in Ireland and coordinating resources in Ireland to support UK bidding and projects.Maintain excellent levels of customer service.Report to the Managing Director of the ROD UKL business.Undertake group-wide management functions allocated by the Board. Required Skills and Experience A Chartered Engineer with a university degree.Excellent technical skills in the design of highways, streets, and transportation projects.Commercial and financial acumen.Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.Capable of representing the company with clients and external parties.Experience of traffic network analysis is desirable but not essential. What you'll get in return An opportunity to join an established consultancy, offering the autonomy to run the Highways discipline and the strategic goals for future success, by further developing strong new and existing client relationships and maintaining their reputation for quality delivery and ongoing service.As a business, they take pride in offering their people consistent progression. Their people are their main priority, which is why they offer a flexible and hybrid working environment for those that choose to utilise it. They also ensure the Leeds office is open 5 days a week for individuals that prefer to work in an office environment too.They retain their people by offering long-term, stable, and progressive careers, including supporting continued learning and setting career goals suited to the individual and business.A competitive package is available, and you can expect to achieve a basic salary of £70k-£80k basic, plus bonus and benefits associated with this level of appointment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please call Karly Clark-Head of Engineering, on or click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #