Senior River Engineering Lead

APEM Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Manchester is hiring a Principal Rivers Civil Engineer. This senior role involves technical leadership and management of river engineering projects, ensuring quality and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has significant experience in flood risk and fluvial projects. Excellent communication and project leadership skills are essential. Flexible opportunities for development are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent), or demonstrable progression towards chartership.
• Significant experience in river engineering, flood risk, or fluvial projects.
• Strong project leadership skills and technical credibility.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical assurance on river engineering projects.
• Managing projects ensuring quality and commercial control.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders.
• Supporting business development and client engagement.
• Mentoring engineers within the freshwater team.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer status or progression

Job description

A leading environmental consultancy in Manchester is hiring a Principal Rivers Civil Engineer. This senior role involves technical leadership and management of river engineering projects, ensuring quality and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has significant experience in flood risk and fluvial projects. Excellent communication and project leadership skills are essential. Flexible opportunities for development are offered.