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Amey

Principal Scour Management Engineer

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Amey

Provider of full lifecycle engineering, operations & infrastructure management services.

Lead scour risk management, oversee assessments, design, and mentor team for flood projects.
1 months ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Motherwell, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
11,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction
Infrastructure
Transportation
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Transport
Utilities
Government
Defence
Justice
Education
Health
Role

Description

team supervision
contract preparation
cost estimating
feasibility studies
concept design
project reporting

Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

  • Supervise, mentor and develop team members from senior engineers, through to graduate engineers and technicians.
  • Assist with contract preparation together with project planning and programming.
  • Inspection work, feasibility studies, cost estimating for works and fees.
  • Implement effective, value for money and innovative solutions to meet technical and project requirements.
  • Support the preparation of bids and delivery of services on other contracts.
  • Effective management and response of project-related correspondence.
  • Progress projects through preliminary and detailed design with emphasis on client requirements and innovation.
  • Project administration reporting to the Project Manager including monitoring programme delivery, resources and budgets, inspection work, feasibility studies, cost estimating for works and fees.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation, particularly the CDM Regulations.
  • Checks to ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System and assist in the development.
  • Complete performance appraisals with direct reports and provide learning and development opportunities where possible.
  • Development of engineering solutions and presenting engineering options.
  • Prepare and check feasibility studies, appraisal/assessment reports and other written documents.
  • Are capable of acting as lead or engineering day-to-day main contact for a
  • Undertake a wide range of scour-related work on all aspects of the functions design and maintenance.
  • Develop effective concept design solutions that are consistent with the project brief

Requirements

scour risk
degree
health safety
technical governance
chartered
senior engineer

sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client

  • Can demonstrate an ability to produce or oversee the production of technically
  • Have extensive experience in Scour Risk Management.
  • Have a Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject.
  • Have experience in managing project-related tasks associated with health, safety and
  • Know technical governance procedures and how they are applied within a
  • Are an accredited training manager with a relevant professional institution, e.g. Supervising Civil Engineer for the Institution of Civil Engineers.
  • Are experienced in the application of technical governance procedures within a consulting engineering environment.
  • Can demonstrate high-level experience and expertise within the relevant technical field, probably gained in a Senior Engineer role or equivalent.
  • Have Chartered status held with an appropriate professional body.

Benefits

At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers

Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Being an experienced Principal Scour Management Engineer at Amey Consulting, you’ll have the chance to focus on the parts of your role you most enjoy. Whether it’s further training to broaden your skills, working more closely with your clients to build relationships, or having the opportunity to develop leadership capabilities, our environment is one of collaboration and support where the direction of your career is led by you.

Work-life Balance –

You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.

You’ll be stretched, but always supported. We’ll recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.

Career Development –

  • Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
  • Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
  • Bonus – up to 10% of base salary
  • Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to

Training + Development

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Company

Overview

1921
Founded Year
The company was established as a quarry operator, marking the beginning of its long journey.
£1.4 billion
Annual Revenue
Generating significant revenue, the company solidified its position among the UK's leading infrastructure firms.
  • Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities.
  • Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms.
  • Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades.
  • Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia.
  • A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes.
  • From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.

Culture + Values

  • Uphold the highest standards of governance – embracing Wates Corporate Governance Principles
  • Be a leading example of an ethical business – every decision underpinned by the Amey Code
  • Manage and mitigate risks – proactive assessment and mitigation of ESG and climate‑change risks
  • Champion transparency and partnership – public reporting and benchmarking of ESG performance

Environment + Sustainability

80% Reduction
Net Zero Targets
Achieves an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, with full Scope 3 neutrality by 2040.
52.8% Cut
Scope 1 & 2 Reduction
Reduces Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52.8% by 2030, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
100% Renewable
Energy Procurement
Completely transitions to renewable energy sources for its operations.
  • Carbon footprint (2019–2021) verified to ISO 14064‑1 by BSI
  • PAS 2080 applied on all projects >£1 m; accredited to PAS 2060 carbon neutrality and ISO 14001
  • Four sustainability pillars: decarbonisation, nature‑positive work, infrastructure resilience, internal emissions control
  • Launched AI/data‑driven Net Zero mapping service in built environment, integrating biodiversity and energy efficiency

Inclusion & Diversity

  • Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship programme with IEMA‑accredited degrees
  • Partnered with Green Careers Hub to promote green‑career pathways
  • Investing in health, wellbeing and inclusion as key ESG ‘Social’ pillars
  • Creating employment and upskilling opportunities for youth and those facing barriers
  • Collaborating with SMEs and social enterprises to diversify supply‑chain opportunities
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