Principal Civil Engineer - Water

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Location:

UK – Glasgow – 177 Bothwell Street

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to support and help lead a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the water industry?

Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Principal Civil Engineer in one of our rapidly growing Scotland offices – Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, or Perth – while also utilising our flexible hybrid working model.

At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of water programmes and projects through long‑term partnerships with key clients. AECOM has recently been named preferred bidder for one of two Primary Designers for Scottish Water’s SR27 Enterprise. This transformational, multi‑billion‑pound programme is the highest value venture ever put into place by Scottish Water and will reshape Scotland’s water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033, with potential to extend for another six years.

We will be at the heart of this ground‑breaking delivery model, shaping design excellence at scale and working with Scottish Water and our Enterprise Partners to help drive outcomes that deliver value for customers in Scotland and go beyond net zero. This is a major win for AECOM and a powerful endorsement of our expertise, giving us a fantastic opportunity to deliver long‑term, meaningful work that has large scale impact for communities across Scotland.

This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to support on this programme and work alongside a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead project teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes that meet client expectations.
• Manage design scope to ensure projects are delivered within budget and programme constraints.
• Technical Expertise
  • Demonstrate strong technical understanding and maintain awareness of current industry practices and innovations.
  • Lead the quality assurance process for project deliverables, ensuring compliance with standards and client requirements.
• Team Development
  • Develop and mentor junior staff, providing guidance and support to help them reach their full potential.
  • Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as a strong communicator, capable of effectively engaging with multiple project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and external partners.
• Health & Safety Leadership
  • Possess a strong knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
  • Actively embed a safety‑first culture within your area of responsibility, ensuring compliance and promoting best practices.

Enjoy the Perks.

You’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where your contributions are valued. At AECOM, you’ll enjoy a range of core benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, and flexible benefits you can customise to suit your lifestyle. Take advantage of our technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days to accelerate your career development, and utilise our flexible hybrid working model to create a healthy work‑life balance.

We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re more than happy to discuss part‑time or flexible working arrangements.

If you’re passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, we want to hear from you.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Education Base – BEng (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Professional Accreditation – Be professionally qualified or working towards accreditation with a relevant body (ICE, CIWEM, etc.).
• Technical Knowledge – Have experience working within the water/wastewater industry leading project teams and managing design. Experience of multi‑disciplinary non‑infrastructure projects is preferred.

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at Reaso We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.

Please use the email address Reaso if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.