Water engineers work on projects such as flood defence schemes and sewer improvement programmed at all stages, from conception and planning to completion and handover. Typical responsibilities include:
producing designs, both initial outlines and full plans, of sewerage, water treatment and flood defence structures such as pump systems and pipe networks
managing and maintaining water and sewerage infrastructure operations
presenting project details and technical information to colleagues and clients
writing reports
managing project budgets
keeping up to date with changes in regulatory legislation and guidelines
writing and advertising tender documents and managing contracts
liaising with clients, contractors, government agencies, local authorities and suppliers
monitoring flood levels
supervising staff and site workers
using a variety of specialist computer applications/simulation software
ensuring that projects keep to budgets and timescales
maintaining an awareness of current environmental issues.