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RPS continues to grow, and we are now looking to reinforce our Water Consultancy business in our Brighton & Exeter Office, with Graduate Clean Water Engineers, Data Analysts & Modellers. This is an exciting and unrivalled opportunity to develop and progress in an environment where your efforts and talent are recognised.

The Graduate roles available in the strategy team will combine office/home-based working alongside professionals who are at the forefront of the industry, with opportunities to complete site work where required for data collection. Though for the duration of your probation you will be office-based.

Career pathways available for candidates joining us in a Graduate position include:

  • Clean Water Engineering, Data Analytics & Modelling.
  • Key office locations available are Brighton & Exeter.

Friendly, open, and a willingness to learn and develop are all things that will help you be successful in this role. We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas to positively shape the impacts of our client's projects. We are looking out for people who take opportunities, those who are keen to learn and develop, intelligent risk-takers who are not scared to try new things, and who adapt and move quickly.

Responsibilities

Your Responsibilities (variable depending on your career pathway):

  • Data handling and analysis of large datasets.
  • Statistical analysis of data.
  • Preparation of factual and interpretative reports.
  • Construction and maintenance of statistical models.
  • Client and stakeholder engagement and management.
  • Provide input to development, maintenance and documentation of bespoke software tools and applications.
  • Use of GIS, including software such as QGIS and ArcGIS.

About You

  • A degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, and GIS.
  • Modules covering wastewater, clean water, hydraulics, GIS, or flood risk are desirable but not essential.
  • Good communication skills and written English.
  • Ability to work in a team to solve problems that matter.
  • Computing skills including previous experience of Excel.

Your Application

As part of the selection process, it is mandatory to upload a CV and Covering Letter as we will not process your application without one. In your cover letter, we want to know why you are interested in RPS and the discipline you are applying to. We would also like to know a little about you as an individual.

What’s in it for you?

The Early Career Professionals (ECP) programme is available to those who have recently joined RPS Water Consulting. The aim is to empower and grow our employees, helping them to progress and develop professionally.

No Matter Your Background, RPS Is Committed To Helping You Launch a Successful And Rewarding Career. Our ECP Programme Is Designed To Give You The Strongest Possible Start At RPS, With a Range Of Opportunities That Include:

  • Two-Day Residential Workshop
  • Institute of Water’s Introduction to the UK Water Industry
  • Leadership and Management Training Days
  • Technical Skill Development
  • Office-Based Peer Groups

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their well-being.

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.

Come and join our team and truly make a difference in the future of water!

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.

Mutual Dignity and Respect

Mindful that a truly welcoming organisation must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding principles of mutual dignity and respect in all People processes. This approach ensures that we reflect the communities and clients we serve, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company’s future.

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