SRO Engineering Lead

SRO Engineering Lead in Wonford, Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR | South West Water My career My jobs Q Quentin Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Tanium Engineer Circle Group Exeter (EX1), EX1 £100000 - £121000 per annum 21 hours ago NEW Project Controller South West Water Wonford, Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR £60,000 22 hours ago NEW SRO Stakeholder Engagement Lead South West Water Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR 1 day ago Avionics Engineer (Installations) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Dunkeswell Abbey, Honiton (EX14), EX14 4LT £50000 - £60000 per annum + Flexible Working Hours + Pension 1 month ago Project Manager Vectis Recruitment Limited Exeter (EX1) From £52,000 to £65,000 per annum plus benefits 1 day ago Configuration Engineer Morson Edge Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2YB Market related 1 month ago Capital Delivery Project Manager South West Water Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR 2 weeks ago SRO Planning & Consents Lead South West Water Wonford, Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR £100,000 22 hours ago NEW Interim Chief Engineer Morgan Ryder South West Up to £0.00 per annum 5 days ago Capital Programme Manager South West Water Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR 2 days ago SRO Engineering Lead South West Water View Profile Wonford, Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR Permanent Contract; Hybrid Published: 21 hours ago £100,000 Apply Save SRO Engineering Lead South West Water Apply Poor Fit Your CV is missing most of what's needed for this role. 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Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career. Ready to make a splash? Join our team today. Engineering Lead - Strategic Resource Options (SRO) Join South West Water's Strategic Resource Options Programme Strategic Resource Options Programme Exeter or Bristol HQ | Hybrid working | Full-time Up to £100,000 per annum plus an excellent benefits package (experience dependent) Help Shape the Future of Water in the South West What if your next engineering challenge wasn't just a project-but a legacy? Across the South West, communities, businesses and future generations depend on one thing we can never take for granted: water resilience . As climate pressures increase and demand grows, South West Water is investing in some of the most significant infrastructure programmes the region has ever seen. Our Strategic Resource Options (SROs) are more than engineering schemes-they are long-term solutions designed to secure water supplies, protect the environment and support thriving communities for decades to come. This is where you come in. The Story You're Joining Imagine sitting at the table where critical decisions are made. A new reservoir. A strategic transfer scheme. A complex piece of infrastructure that will change how water is managed across the region. At the earliest stages there are questions, challenges and possibilities. Multiple stakeholders. Competing priorities. Bold ambitions. As Engineering Lead , you'll help turn those possibilities into reality. You'll be the engineering voice that guides projects from concept and feasibility through design, procurement and delivery. You'll challenge assumptions, bring clarity to complexity and ensure every engineering decision balances performance, affordability, resilience, sustainability and long-term customer benefit. You'll work alongside industry-leading consultants, delivery partners and multidisciplinary teams, acting as an intelligent client who influences outcomes rather than simply reviews them. This isn't about maintaining the status quo. It's about helping deliver nationally significant infrastructure that will support the South West for generations. The Impact You'll Have You'll lead the engineering workstream across major SRO programmes, providing technical leadership and assurance as projects progress through key regulatory, governance and delivery milestones. You'll: Shape strategic engineering solutions from feasibility through to construction support and delivery Lead technical reviews and challenge partner designs to ensure the right outcomes are achieved Drive value engineering, balancing whole-life cost, carbon reduction, resilience and performance Bring together engineering, environmental, planning, commercial and operational considerations into robust recommendations Influence major investment decisions that will define future water infrastructure across the region Embed constructability, maintainability and operational excellence into every stage of project development Coach and mentor engineers and colleagues, helping build a strong engineering culture across the SRO programme Most importantly, you'll help answer one of the industry's biggest challenges: How do we deliver resilient water resources for future generations while protecting the environment and delivering value for customers? Who We're Looking For You're likely an experienced engineering professional who thrives on solving complex problems and influencing major infrastructure outcomes. You may have delivered projects in: Water and wastewater Energy and utilities Transportation Major infrastructure Large-scale capital programmes You understand that great engineering is about more than technical excellence. It's about bringing together people, disciplines and ideas to create solutions that can genuinely be delivered. You are comfortable challenging, influencing and leading-whether that's in a design review, a programme board meeting or a conversation with delivery partners. Essential Experience Degree-qualified in an engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience Significant experience delivering complex infrastructure projects through multiple lifecycle stages Strong understanding of engineering governance, assurance and risk-based decision making Experience leading consultants, designers and delivery partners in a client-side or intelligent client role Ability to balance engineering, environmental, planning, operational and commercial priorities Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders We'd Love It If You Also Have Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) Experience within regulated infrastructure sectors Familiarity with DPC or alternative regulated delivery models Experience supporting planning, consenting or environmental assessment processes Why This Role Matters Years from now, when communities across the South West benefit from secure, sustainable water supplies, you'll know you played a part. You'll see projects move from an idea on paper to infrastructure that serves millions. You'll help create solutions that balance engineering excellence with environmental responsibility. And you'll join a team that's not just delivering projects-but shaping the future of water. Ready to leave a legacy? Join South West Water's Strategic Resource Options team and help deliver the infrastructure that tomorrow depends on. At South West Water, we believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. As our SRO Engineering Lead, you'll enjoy: Competitive Salary - Based on experience and expertise Company Car or Car Allowance - Supporting your role Annual Bonus Scheme - Rewarding performance Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for your future Healthcare Benefits - Including private healthcare and wellbeing support Professional Development - Ongoing training and career progression Employee Discounts - Across a range of services Generous Annual Leave - Supporting your work-life balance Closing Date: 12th October 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process. Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness. Our core values, which are essential to our success, are: Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on. Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way. Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge. Apply South West Water Banking and Financial Services 36 Reviews 28 Jobs Company Profile In Short Industry Energy, Environmental & Agriculture Founded 1989 Location South West of England Company size 1000+ About South West Water South West Water is Pennon Group's largest regulated water business, serving around 1.8 million customers across the South West. From supplying safe, high-quality drinking water to managing wastewater and protecting the natural environment, our teams deliver essential services that support everyday life. We are committed to innovation, sustainability and investing in the future of our region. As part of the FTSE 250-listed Pennon Group, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping to protect the people, places and environment that make the South West so special. Opportunities at South West Water Whether you're starting your career, developing specialist expertise or stepping into leadership, South West Water offers opportunities across engineering, operations, customer service, environmental services, technology, finance, HR and more. As part of Pennon Group, you'll have access to learning and development programmes, apprenticeships and career pathways designed to help you grow and succeed. We foster a culture where collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged, giving our people the opportunity to make a real impact while delivering essential services for customers and protecting the environment across the South West. Our Values At South West Water, our values guide how we work, support
one another and deliver for our customers and communities. We encourage everyone to Be You , creating an
inclusive environment where people can be themselves and thrive. We strive to Be Rock Solid , taking ownership, doing
the right thing and delivering excellent service every day. And we aim to Be The Future , embracing innovation,
continuous improvement and sustainable thinking to help shape a better future
for our region. Together, these values create a culture where people feel
empowered to grow, make a difference and take pride in the essential services
they provide. Benefits and Rewards At South West Water, we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, financial future and life outside of work, including: • Pennon Perks retail discounts and everyday savings • Competitive pension scheme • Company bonus scheme • Employee share schemes, including discounted shares and share matching • Generous annual leave, with the option to buy or sell days • Enhanced family leave for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave • Health Cash Plan • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme • Cycle to Work scheme • Dedicated volunteering day to support your community • Free flu vaccination • Give As You Earn charitable giving scheme Similar Sro Engineering Lead Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Tanium Engineer Circle Group Exeter (EX1), EX1 £100000 - £121000 per annum 21 hours ago NEW Project Controller South West Water Wonford, Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR £60,000 22 hours ago NEW SRO Stakeholder Engagement Lead South West Water Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR 1 day ago Avionics Engineer (Installations) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Dunkeswell Abbey, Honiton (EX14), EX14 4LT £50000 - £60000 per annum + Flexible Working Hours + Pension 1 month ago Project Manager Vectis Recruitment Limited Exeter (EX1) From £52,000 to £65,000 per annum plus benefits 1 day ago Configuration Engineer Morson Edge Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2YB Market related 1 month ago Capital Delivery Project Manager South West Water Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR 2 weeks ago SRO Planning & Consents Lead South West Water Wonford, Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR £100,000 22 hours ago NEW Interim Chief Engineer Morgan Ryder South West Up to £0.00 per annum 5 days ago Capital Programme Manager South West Water Exeter (EX2), EX2 7HR 2 days ago SRO Engineering Lead jobs SRO Engineering Lead jobs in Exeter Engineering jobs Engineering jobs in Exeter Management jobs Management jobs in Exeter Jobs in Exeter Full Time jobs Weekend jobs Retail jobs Night Shift jobs Apprenticeship jobs NHS jobs HGV jobs Immediate Start jobs Warehouse jobs Cleaning jobs No Experience jobs Remote jobs Admin jobs Apprenticeships jobs Administration jobs Tesco jobs Get hired. Find success. Totaljobs About us Careers at Totaljobs Press Partners Privacy policy Terms and conditions Cookies Legal and compliance Accessibility Jobseekers Salary Planner Jobseeker help centre Career advice Recruiters Post job ads Recruiting news Courses Contact us - recruiters Recruit internationally Download App store Play store The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026 We use cookies We use cookies to operate our website, measure how people use our services to help us improve them, enrich usage profiles and personalise the content displayed to you. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising, and analytics partners, who may combine it with other information, to show you relevant ads on other websites, and to measure the performance of our advertising. Some cookies are essential for the operation of our website. If you would prefer us not to use the non-essential cookies, click “Just necessary”, but please be aware that this may impact your experience of our site and the services we are able to offer. Click “Accept” if you’re happy for us to place these cookies. You can change your mind at any time. Store and / or access information on a device Cookies, device identifiers, or other information can be stored or accessed on your device for the purposes presented to you. Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development Ads and content can be personalised based on a profile. More data can be added to better personalise ads and content. The performance of ads and content can be measured. Insights about audiences who have viewed the ads and content can be extracted. Data can be used to build or improve user experience, systems and software. Display third-party content (social networks, videos) Content from social networks and embedded content from third-party providers can be displayed. Identifiers derived from authentications If an identifier is created based on authentication data, such as contact details associated with online accounts you have set up on websites or apps (e.g. email address, phone number) or customer identifiers (e.g. an identifier provided by your telecommunications provider), then this identifier can be used to recognize you across websites, apps and devices if you are logged in with the same contact details. Just Necessary Accept All Cookie Settings You can also exercise your right to object to data processing based on legitimate interests under “Privacy Policy”. Privacy Policy Cookie policy