RPS is currently seeking an experienced Wastewater Project Coordinator or Project Manager to join our operations support team based in Irlam, focusing on projects related to wastewater networks. This office-based role involves assisting the Project Management team in delivering projects centered on wastewater asset surveying. It’s an interesting and rewarding position, perfect for someone with a passion for the environment.

About The Team:

The RPS Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) team provides industry leading services to the UK Water Industry and our employees are involved in services supporting Water Networks, Drainage, Surveying, Leakage Consultancy, Water Resources and Efficiency. The team analyse complex data and provide pragmatic solutions. This includes reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities.

Our Wastewater Operations teams are a collection of 3-person site survey crews that support the regional water companies by gathering data from both above and below-ground wastewater assets. These assets can include reservoirs, dams, highways, and water treatment plants.

About You:

As a key member of the Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) business, your role as Wastewater Project Coordinator or Project Manager is critical to our strategic priorities – to deliver great work for our clients by providing excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks. Whether you are just starting out or taking the next step in your career, this position provides an opportunity for you to progress with RPS.

You will need to work flexibly, working weekends, evenings and overtime if required. Be willing to travel to different locations. It is essential that you enjoy working outdoors, as come rain or shine, you will mostly be outside.

Your Responsibilities:

Coordination of people, projects, clients, and onsite equipment
Technical support of field staff
Ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements
Ensure all field teams have the correct RAMS for each project
Planning the weekly whereabouts of field-based staff
Assist in delivery and recording of toolbox talks and team briefs
Travel to site for Site Based Workplace Inspections
Ensure field staff are kept safe and well equipped
Coordinate project activities, resources, equipment, and information
Identify risks and opportunities
Monitor project progress
Maintain project documentation and record keeping
Perform tasks and duties assigned by the Project Manager
Assist in performing QA checks
Preparation of RAMS
Planning the weekly whereabouts of field-based staff
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

Must have experience in a role related to wastewater operations (CCTV, Asset, Flow Monitoring etc)
Excellent IT skills and proficient user of MS Office suite
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly efficient, organised with excellent problem-solving skills
A flexible approach and reliable
Able to work quickly and accurately
Approachable with great interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise at all levels in a professional manner
Able to use initiative and work unsupervised
Qualifications:

Must have a full UK driving License #LI-JP1
What’s in it for you?

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number; you are part of the solution.

Why RPS?

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company:

RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Kickstart your adventure with endless possibilities within AS&I!

What happens next?

If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview.  If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered.  Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.