Associate Director Clean Water Process

Overview

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Réalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments with some of the UK’s most exciting and innovative projects.

As an energetic and experienced Associate Director Clean Water Process Engineer you will work within the Design & Advanced Technology practice, delivering cutting‑edge projects to clients such as United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, Scottish Water, Northern Ireland Water and other regional authorities.

Key objectives include delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, working on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally, and providing industry‑leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

The role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience and problem‑solving skills while providing good opportunities for career development.

• Lead a team of Clean Water Process Engineers to deliver technical design work on complex multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Develop project design deliverables and collaborate with project management to meet time and budget milestones.
• Manage, review and approve technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations and scopes of work.
• Provide technical leadership within the discipline, influence practice‑wide initiatives and recommend best practices to improve internal processes.
• Grow, develop and manage Clean Water Process Engineering capabilities within the regional and/or national practice.
• Work independently with guidance in challenging situations, exercising personal judgement and providing guidance to junior team members.
• Advise clients, operations and project teams within wider D&AT practice initiatives.
• Manage or collaborate on the technical aspects of bid proposals.
• Work closely with a multi‑disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.

• Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Chemical or Process Engineer.
• Proven experience leading large‑scale Clean Water Process design delivery for a design consultancy within a multi‑disciplinary environment.
• Broad perspective to identify innovative solutions and challenge the status quo.
• In‑depth knowledge of drinking water treatment processes and principles, conventional and advanced technologies.
• Exemplary communication skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Expert knowledge of current design codes, standards and best practices, including CDM regulations.
• Experience in the UK Water market is preferred.
• Proactive, highly motivated, collaborative mindset driving teamwork and shared success across projects.
• Comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external.

Competitive salaries, employee rewards, training and professional development, flexible hybrid working, and flexible holiday allowances. Our culture supports a balanced life with full‑time, part‑time or flexible schedules and additional support for returning from career breaks.

This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment are contingent on obtaining the relevant clearance level. If necessary, the vetting process will be discussed during the interview. Applicants should not reference current or past security clearances in their application or CV.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong.