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United Utilities

Water Network Project Designer

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United Utilities
Manages water supply and sewage treatment across North West England, producing and recycling drinking water.
Water Network Project Designer responsible for leading the design of complex clean water infrastructure projects across the region, ensuring all schemes meet agreed levels of service, technical standards and regulatory expectations.
14d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Warrington, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
6,035 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Infrastructure
Utilities
Industrial
Residential
Commercial
Buildings
Role
What you would be doing
scheme management
design oversight
technical advice
infrastructure design
cdm compliance
jira tracking
  • Own schemes from initial enquiry through to detailed design, estimating, and release for construction.
  • Provide technical advice and support to internal teams and external stakeholder regarding project designs and site-specific requirements.
  • Ensure smooth transition from design to contraction by working closely with contraction partners to identify and resolve buildability issues.
  • Maintain the Water Network Design SharePoint site and track progress and actions using JIRA.
  • Lead the design of clean water infrastructure projects across the region, including internal diversions, PMV/meter installations, MMIs, pumping stations, mains renewals, air valve replacements, and reservoirs.
  • Fulfil designer responsibilities under CDM Regulations 2015, ensuring Health & Safety is embedded in all stages of the design.
What you bring
cad
cdm
hnc
design experience
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills-with the ability to work confidently with internal customers and construction partners at all levels.
  • Full UK driving license-travel to regional sites and meetings will be required.
  • Fully competent in CAD software-you must be able to independently produce high-quality CAD drawings to support each scheme.
  • Strong working knowledge of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM)-including the ability to produce Pre-Construction information (PCI) documentation.
  • HNC (or equivalent) in Civil or Technical Engineering-or significant relevant experience in a design-focused role within the water industry.
  • Extensive clean water design experience-you must be a fully fledged designer, confident in leading the design of complex clean water network projects.
Benefits
  • A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
  • Enhanced parental leave schemes
  • A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
  • Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
  • EVolve Car Scheme
  • Mental health first aiders
  • MORE Choices flexible benefits
  • Wealth at Work courses
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Deals and discounts
  • Salary Finance
  • A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
  • MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • no eligibility for visa sponsorship mentioned in the job description.
Security clearance
  • no details regarding background checks mentioned in the job description.
Company
Overview
Founded 1995
Year Established
Resulting from the merger of North West Water and NORWEB.
7+ Million People
Population Served
Provides essential water and sewage services across the region.
£1.9B Revenue
Annual Revenue
Demonstrates strong financial health and operational efficiency.
30+ Facilities
Renewable Energy Plants
Generating power from sewage sludge, contributing to sustainability goals.
  • It operates across North West England, supplying drinking water and treating sewage.
  • The company manages vast infrastructure, including thousands of kilometers of pipelines and nearly 600 treatment works.
  • Typical projects include reservoir management, leak detection, and wastewater upgrades.
  • Specializing in water and wastewater services, infrastructure upkeep, and renewable energy generation.
Culture + Values
  • We put people first.
  • We care about the environment.
  • We work together, share knowledge and support each other.
  • We are committed to making things better for everyone.
  • We act with integrity and are accountable for our actions.
  • We deliver what we promise.
Environment + Sustainability
50% by 2025
Carbon Emission Reduction
Aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2025 as part of broader sustainability goals.
15% by 2025
Water Leakage Reduction
Committed to reducing water leakage by 15% by 2025 to improve water resource efficiency.
£1.6B over 5 years
Environmental Investment
Investing £1.6 billion in environmental improvements over five years to support sustainability initiatives.
90% Sustainably Sourced
Sustainable Supply Chain
Ensuring 90% of materials are sourced sustainably to promote ethical and environmental practices.
  • Restoring habitats across the region with a focus on biodiversity.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Women
Senior Leadership Gender Balance
Target for women representation in senior leadership roles by 2030.
50% Women
Entry-Level Gender Mix
Target for women representation in entry-level roles.
12% Minority
Board Members from Ethnic Minorities
Representation of ethnic minority backgrounds among board members.
  • Launching mentoring programs for women and underrepresented groups.
  • Active participation in industry diversity initiatives.
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