Associate Civil Engineer | Water

Associate Civil Engineer - Water / Wastewater | Belfast Vickerstock are pleased to be partnering with a globally recognised engineering consultancy renowned for delivering major water, environmental and infrastructure programmes across the UK, Ireland and overseas. As the business continues to strengthen its technical footprint in Northern Ireland, they are seeking an accomplished Associate Civil Engineer to lead key water and wastewater projects while helping to develop and mentor the growing civil engineering team in Belfast.

Your new role as Associate Civil Engineer In this influential position, you will take ownership of complex water and wastewater infrastructure schemes, while playing a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing civil engineering team.

You will be responsible for:

Leading civil design delivery across clean and wastewater networks, treatment assets, drainage and hydraulic infrastructure

Preparing and reviewing technical outputs including reports, calculations, drawings and specifications

Acting as a trusted client interface, building and maintaining strong relationships with utilities, contractors and delivery partners

Supporting business growth across the UK and Ireland water sectors, including resource planning and capability development

Mentoring and developing junior engineers, embedding a culture of technical excellence

Promoting innovative, low-carbon and sustainable water solutions

What you will need to succeed as Associate Civil Engineer To be considered, you should demonstrate:

A degree in Civil Engineering (or a closely related discipline)
Chartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent)
Strong consultancy background delivering water or wastewater projects

Sound technical expertise in drainage, networks, hydraulics and/or treatment infrastructure

Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing client relationshipsA track record of mentoring engineers and contributing to team growth

What's in it for you? In return, you can expect:

Salary up to 75,000 plus a comprehensive benefits packageA senior leadership role within an expanding water engineering teamA strong, long-term project pipeline with leading utilities in England under the AMP8 framework, alongside ongoing work with Uisce Éireann and NI Water Clear progression opportunities toward Technical Director or Practice Lead roles

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or similar senior roles within water and civil infrastructure, please contact Brian Mitchell at Vickerstock Recruitment.

Discipline(s):
Construction Job type:
Permanent