Our clients established international London office is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer on a 12-month contract to support a major Middle East client delivering high-profile, technically complex developments.

The role will focus on the design and coordination of drainage and utilities for large-scale projects, including sports stadia, tall towers, and mixed-use developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver drainage and utilities design for complex international developments
• Work across concept, detailed design, and client coordination stages
• Prepare and review drainage strategies, calculations, and technical drawings
• Use Civil 3D and drainage software such as InfoDrainage and/or HydroCAD
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and overseas stakeholders
• Ensure designs align with client standards, regional regulations, and international best practice

Candidate Profile

• Strong consultancy background as a Senior Civil Engineer
• Proven experience in drainage and utilities design for large-scale developments
• Confident user of Civil 3D, with InfoDrainage or HydroCAD experience
• Experience on sports, high-rise, or mixed-use projects
• Middle East project experience highly desirable but not essential
• Comfortable working with international clients and remote teams

What’s on Offer

• Long-term 12-month contract with strong continuity
• Exposure to iconic international projects
• Opportunity to work on complex, technically challenging developments
• Professional, well-supported consultancy environment

The type of projects will span from private developers working through complex EA flood zones to local authorities seeking robust technical evidence. You’ll lead on technically demanding projects, direct junior team members, and think independently about how best to approach the brief.

What’s on offer

• Fully remote working anywhere in the UK
• Private Health Insurance
• Flexible working hours
• Internal & External training opportunities with networking events
• Professional membership paid
• Chartership support if required

The role

• Lead the production and technical review of Flood Risk Assessments and Surface Water Drainage
  Strategies, ensuring compliance with NPPF, TAN15 and/or NPF4 as appropriate.
• Interpret EA, NRW, SEPA, LLFA and third-party datasets to develop evidence-based flood risk
  conclusions and identify practical solutions for clients.
• Where appropriate, develop the technical case for revised flood zone designations through detailed
  modelling, topographic analysis and engagement with regulators.
• Support feasibility studies at the early stages of development, identifying constraints and the routes
  through them.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects to programme, budget and quality expectations.
• Develop and maintain client and stakeholder relationships as a trusted technical advisor.
• Mentor and review the work of junior consultants and graduates, supporting their technical
  development.
• Support business development through fee proposals, scope development and client presentations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal tools, templates and technical processes.

 What you need to succeed

• A minimum of 6 years’ UK consultancy experience in flood risk, with at least 1 year at senior level.
• Working knowledge of NPPF and associated planning practice guidance; familiarity with TAN15 and/or NPF4 is an advantage.
• Confident interpretation of third-party datasets (EA Product 4/8, LLFA data, historical records) to derive design flood levels and inform planning decisions.
• BSc or higher in Geography, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• GIS proficiency (ArcGIS, QGIS or MapInfo).
• Experience reviewing and signing off work produced by others.
• Experience with InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage or equivalent drainage design software.
• Knowledge of the drainage hierarchy and experience producing SuDS-based drainage strategies & AutoCAD proficiency.
• Hydraulic modelling experience (Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS).
• Ideally Chartered or working towards chartership with CIWEM, ICE or equivalent.

Our client, is a forward-thinking and innovative design and engineering practice based in Nottingham. Known for delivering high-quality solutions across a range of sectors, they pride themselves on collaboration, precision, and the use of cutting-edge digital tools.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a skilled Revit Technician or Senior to join their team.

Role

As a Revit Technician, you will be instrumental in producing accurate 3D models and technical drawings to support project delivery. Working closely with engineers and designers, you’ll help ensure designs are well-coordinated, compliant with BIM standards, and delivered to a high level of precision.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models using Autodesk Revit
• Produce high-quality technical drawings and documentation
• Ensure all work aligns with BIM protocols and project standards
• Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate design information
• Update and manage project drawings and documentation
• Support model coordination and clash detection processes

About You

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience as a Revit Technician or similar position
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit
• Good understanding of BIM processes and workflows
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Experience in construction, architectural, or M&E environments (desirable)

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Opportunity to work on varied and engaging projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Clear progression within a growing organisation

The successful candidate will join a collaborative and technically strong structural engineering team working across a broad mix of sectors including education, residential, industrial & logistics, government (MoJ & MoD), leisure, hotels, commercial developments, and theatres. Projects range from complex new-build schemes to an increasing volume of refurbishment and adaptive reuse work, providing excellent technical variety. You’ll play a central role in leading project teams, managing client relationships, and driving innovative design solutions while contributing to the strategic growth of the London office.

Our client is looking for a confident and commercially aware Associate Structural Engineer who is ready to step into a leadership position. You will be comfortable overseeing multiple projects, guiding junior engineers, and acting as a key point of contact for clients. This role suits someone who enjoys both technical delivery and team development, and who is keen to make a meaningful impact within a growing business.

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to take a leadership role within a growing London office.
• Exposure to a wide variety of high-profile and technically challenging projects.
• Clear pathway for career progression toward senior leadership/directorship.
• Flexible and hybrid working environment that supports work-life balance.
• A collaborative, design-focused culture that values innovation and creativity.
• Ongoing professional development, including support for chartership and beyond.

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience in structural engineering design across multiple sectors.
• Strong technical capability in materials such as steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
• Experience leading projects and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g. Tekla, Tedds, ETABS, Robot, or similar).
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to project delivery.
• Chartered Engineer status with the IStructE/ICE, or close to achieving it.
• A strong academic background with a BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.

The current team delivers practical, feasible and cost-effective solutions, working diligently with private and public sector organisations to deliver a range of high-quality highways and infrastructure design services to support planning proposals.

You’ll play a key role in both technical delivery and commercial performance, including involvement in the preparation of fee proposals and project management.

What’s on offer

• Flexible and hybrid working
• Professional membership paid
• Enhanced training opportunities
• Employee-Owned consultancy
• Bonus scheme
• Development Opportunities

The role

• To be able to prepare drainage & construction details.
• To prepare highway and drainage designs
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

What you need to succeed

• Be competent in the use of AutoCAD, AutoTrack & Site 3D
• Be able to use Microsoft Office programs
• Have an understanding of appropriate design standards and guidance e.g. DMRB, DCG, Building Regs, NHBC, SuDS.
• Proficiency in preparing technical reports and documentation
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
• Experience in the consultancy sector is a plus

An award-winning multidisciplinary design consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer to join their highly regarded London team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of high-profile projects across sectors including:

• Healthcare
• Higher Education
• Schools
• Masterplanning
• Public Realm
• Historic Refurbishment

You’ll play a key role in delivering infrastructure and drainage designs from early feasibility through to construction stage, working closely within a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.

The Role:

• Lead infrastructure and drainage design projects
• Manage projects from concept through to delivery
• Prepare technical reports and specifications
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates
• Develop strong client relationships
• Work collaboratively with architects, engineers and external consultants

Key Experience Required:

• Chartered Engineer (MICE) preferred
• Strong drainage and public realm design experience
• S104 / S278 experience
• Flood Risk & SuDS design knowledge
• Ground modelling and masterplanning experience
• AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MicroDrainage experience essential
• Strong communication and project delivery skills

What’s on Offer:

✅ Circa £60K salary
✅ Excellent benefits package
✅ Hybrid working
✅ Genuine career progression
✅ Exposure to landmark UK projects
✅ Collaborative and design-led environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer looking to work on technically challenging and architecturally led developments within one of the UK’s leading multidisciplinary environments.

📩 For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

We’re working with a global, market‑leading engineering consultancy to recruit an Associate Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join their high‑performing Development team based in Newcastle.

This is a senior technical and leadership opportunity, ideal for an experienced civil engineer who enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams, shaping development schemes and building trusted client relationships on complex residential and mixed‑use projects.

The role

You’ll play a key role in delivering development‑led civil infrastructure projects from early planning stages through to detailed design and implementation. Acting as a technical lead and project manager, you’ll take ownership of quality, programme and budget while mentoring engineers and influencing regional growth.

Responsibilities

You’ll provide technical leadership across civil infrastructure design, acting as Project Director or Project Manager on a wide range of schemes. The role includes coordinating multidisciplinary inputs, managing fees and commercial performance, leading drainage, highways, utilities and SuDS strategies, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting bids, tenders and client development activities. You’ll work closely with planners, developers, architects, local authorities and internal teams.

About you

You’ll be degree‑qualified in Civil Engineering (or similar) with strong experience in development‑focused infrastructure projects. Chartered or Incorporated status is desirable, along with proven leadership, project management and commercial awareness. You should be comfortable managing stakeholders, leading teams, and driving high technical standards while supporting the development of others.

What’s on offer

The consultancy offers hybrid working, structured progression at Associate level and beyond, involvement in high‑profile UK and international projects, and a strong culture of flexibility, wellbeing and professional development. You’ll receive support with Chartership, access to flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package within an inclusive, people‑focused environment.

We’re partnering with a leading global engineering consultancy to appoint an Associate or Associate Director level to support the continued growth of their Development team across the UK.

This is a senior opportunity for an experienced utilities specialist who enjoys leading technically complex projects, advising clients on utility risk and strategy, and shaping some of the UK’s most high‑profile development schemes.

Role

You’ll take a lead role in delivering multi‑utility infrastructure solutions across the full development lifecycle, from feasibility and planning through to detailed design and delivery. Acting as a senior technical advisor, you’ll support clients in managing utilities risk, capacity constraints, diversions and commercial opportunities, while leading multidisciplinary project teams in the UK and internationally.

This position sits at the centre of development‑led infrastructure work, covering residential, commercial, industrial, healthcare, defence and education projects.

Responsibilities

You’ll lead utilities infrastructure projects ranging from local developments to nationally significant schemes, providing senior technical input on electricity, gas, water and telecoms networks. The role includes managing utility strategies, demand calculations, diversions and connections, coordinating multi‑utility layouts, overseeing commercial performance, and acting as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders. You’ll mentor junior engineers, contribute to business development, and ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget and quality expectations.

About you

You’ll be degree‑qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline and ideally Chartered, or working towards Chartership. You’ll have strong UK development experience across utility infrastructure, diversions and connections, with a solid understanding of iDNOs, ICPs and commercial utility models. You should be confident leading teams, managing multiple projects, engaging clients and directing BIM‑based design outputs. The ability to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance is required.

What’s on offer

You’ll benefit from flexible hybrid working from multiple UK offices, long‑term progression at Associate / Associate Director level, exposure to complex and prestigious development projects, and comprehensive support with Chartership and professional development. The consultancy offers a strong wellbeing package, flexible working culture and an inclusive, people‑focused environment.

We are working with  a well known and award-winning multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy. We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Structural Engineer / Associate for their Structural Engineering team in Leicester.

This is a key leadership role within the office, offering the opportunity to influence project delivery, lead and mentor engineers, and play an active role in the continued growth of the business.

The Role
As Senior Structural Engineer / Associate, you will combine hands-on technical delivery with team leadership and client engagement. Responsibilities will include leading and managing the structural engineering team in Leicester, delivering high-quality structural designs across a varied project portfolio, and taking responsibility for projects from concept through to completion. You will liaise directly with clients, consultants, and contractors, support and mentor junior engineers and technicians, and contribute to business development and client relationship management. You will also ensure all work complies with relevant standards, codes, and BIM Level 2 requirements.

Project Portfolio
The role offers exposure to a broad range of projects across the East Midlands and the wider UK. Sectors include education, healthcare, industrial, commercial, and residential developments. Projects range from small housing schemes to complex multi-storey buildings, with construction values typically between £250k and £30m.

Experience and Skills
Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in structural engineering, with proven experience leading teams and delivering complex projects. Strong design capability across steel, timber, masonry, and reinforced concrete is essential, along with a good working knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles. Experience working within a BIM Level 2 environment and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are also required.

Qualifications
You will be Chartered as a Structural Engineer or actively working towards chartership and hold a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Personal Attributes
You will be a confident leader with strong team management skills, self-motivated and capable of working independently, and an effective communicator both verbally and in writing. A client-focused approach and a passion for mentoring and developing junior engineers are key to success in this role.

What’s on Offer
They offer a competitive salary and benefits package, company pension scheme, healthcare and wellbeing, ongoing professional development and training, and clear career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to technical excellence, and help shape sustainable solutions for their clients.

What we offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Life assurance
• Fully funded training opportunities
• Health care cash plan
• Health and Well Being benefits
• Cycle2Work scheme
• ICE Chartership support with inhouse mentors
• Professional membership paid
• X2 Volunteering Days per year
• Interna/Event Industry event opportunities
• Highstreet discounts

The role

• Take ownership of challenging projects, leading the preliminary and detailed design of levels, drainage and external works in both public (adoptable) and private realms.
• Supervise and manage the delivery of multiple projects, occasionally leading small teams with delegated authority from the Team Leader or Principal Engineer.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with existing clients while showcasing our capabilities to new ones.
• Mentor and support Graduates and Engineers, while continuing your own professional growth.
• Lead by example – demonstrating professionalism, diligence and a passion for knowledge-sharing across the team.

What you need to succeed

• At least 4 years proven experience in Civil Engineering design – particularly in levels, drainage and external works.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D (or PDS with a willingness to train on Civil 3D), MicroDrainage and Microsoft Office.
• Experience of managing complex projects through planning to completion, liaising with planning authorities, statutory undertakers and national bodies like the Environment Agency.
• A collaborative mindset, with an understanding of other disciplines and a desire to develop project coordination skills.
• Commercial awareness, with developing influencing and negotiating skills, plus the ability to nurture new and existing client relationships.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal, with the adaptability to engage different audiences.
• The ability to delegate effectively, mentor others and foster a supportive, high-performing team culture.

You’ll be working amongst a team of Civil Engineers who a biased towards flood risk and drainage working on projects Civil Design Engineers both nationally and Internationally.

The role

• Prepare designs, drawings, and calculations for flood risk assessments, drainage strategies, and highway works.
• Deliver designs in line with Section 104/106 build over agreements (sewer adoption & connection approvals).
• Support delivery of Section 38/278 highway works agreements.
• Develop detailed designs for surface water management, SuDS, foul and storm drainage networks.
• Contribute to flood risk assessments, hydraulic modelling, and drainage impact assessments.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and utility providers to secure approvals.
• Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with design standards (SuDS Manual, DMRB, Sewers for Adoption, local authority requirements).
• Provide input and support during planning, detailed design and tender.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Working toward C.Eng./Chartered status.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D/AutoCAD; experience with MicroDrainage OR Causeway Flow (InfoDrainage) and highway design is desirable.
• Knowledge of UK drainage/highway standards and regulatory frameworks (Section 104/106, 38/278).
• Strong problem-solving, report writing, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload across multiple projects with attention to detail.

As a Senior member of the Utilities Team within Development will involve leading engagement with and advising clients on technical utilities matters and using your deep understanding of Utility constraints and opportunities in managing project teams within the UK and Internationally to find innovative technical solutions and develop designs for implementation.

Works may cover the full project spectrum from Concept and Feasibility through to Detailed Design and you will lead on the masterplanning, coordination and design of multi-utility infrastructure and will be at the forefront of project and commercial management for Utility projects.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Networking events/opportunities

The role

• Leading a wide variety of Utility projects from local schemes to class leading projects of national significance
• Leading and working within multidisciplinary teams in the UK and internationally and managing coordinated project delivery
• Providing an experienced senior point of contact for the Development team and clients on key projects
• Driving business growth with existing clients and developing new client relationships
• Working closely with a diverse range clients to help deliver complex and interesting schemes to the highest standards, budget and programme
• Mentoring and developing our growing team
• Providing the expected quality of service for our clients and upholding our professional reputation
• Delivering a high level of commercially awareness, project/programme management and efficient problem solving.

What you need to succeed

• Chartered Engineer or open/working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Civil Engineering Degree, or similar equivalent qualification
• Experience delivering utility connections, diversions and utility infrastructure strategies for small, medium and large schemes in the UK.
• Rounded understanding of Electricity, Gas, Water, and Telecommunications networks, in relation to new development activities
• Experience of Multi-Utility / iDNO / ICP and commercial risk/opportunities
• Ability to develop utility demand calculations based on the needs of a development
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage and work on multiple projects concurrently and effectively organise your time and your project teams between them
• Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with co-professionals and deliver high quality reports
• Experience in directing BIM teams (AutoCAD / Civils 3D / Revit etc) in their production of quality project models and design outputs
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC) 

This senior position will be very much centred on client facing activities, technical leadership and business growth, rather than day-to-day operational management and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, both in staff numbers and revenue.

The Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 500 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.

You can expect to work across both the public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Networking events/opportunities

The role

• Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadership.
• Working in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation
• Engaging with the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projects.
• Winning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order book.
• Leading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technically.
• Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ.
• Mentoring of selected colleagues on the Succession Planning Schedule, Emerging Talent schedule.

What you need to succeed

• Degree level qualification in civil engineering
• Chartered status or working towards chartership
• A broad range of project experience across civil design for developments.
• Inter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilities.
• Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities.
• Expert stakeholder management and related relationship and team management skills.
• Demonstrate ability to improve, motivate and encourage others within the workplace, lead and implement change programmes, inspiring colleagues and drive an innovative and supportive culture.
• Forward thinking, capable of visualising and planning for the longer term.
• A broad range of project experience, both within Discipline and multi-disciplinary.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, use own knowledge to support and coach others as required.
• Actively champion sharing knowledge, ideas and intelligence. 
• Able to establish, build, sustain and share, professional relationships with relevant groups both inside and outside the organisation.
• Able to reason logically and apply a systematic process to finding solutions, proactive in responding to problems, able to apply sound logic in situations of ambiguity and problem-solving methodologies across a range of circumstances.

This senior position will be very much centred on client facing activities, technical leadership and business growth, rather than day-to-day operational management and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, both in staff numbers and revenue.

The Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 500 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.

You can expect to work across both the public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Networking events/opportunities

The role

• Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadership
• Working in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation
• Engage & promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projects
• Liaising with the Regional Director and local Office Place Lead in setting and agreeing appropriate local team structures / shapes / skills sets
• Driving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationships
• Winning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order book
• Leading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technically
• Acting as Project Manager or Director for major projects and strategically important commissions
• Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)

What you need to succeed

• Degree level qualification in civil engineering
• Chartered status or working towards chartership
• A broad range of project experience across civil design for developments.
• Inter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilities.
• Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities.
• Expert stakeholder management and related relationship and team management skills.
• Demonstrate ability to improve, motivate and encourage others within the workplace, lead and implement change programmes, inspiring colleagues and drive an innovative and supportive culture.
• Forward thinking, capable of visualising and planning for the longer term.
• A broad range of project experience, both within Discipline and multi-disciplinary.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, use own knowledge to support and coach others as required.
• Able to reason logically and apply a systematic process to finding solutions, proactive in responding to problems, able to apply sound logic in situations of ambiguity and problem-solving methodologies across a range of circumstances.

The role would involve providing Flood Risk Assessments, drainage and highway infrastructure design on all types and sizes of new development, supporting and collaborating with project managers from across the business to meet the needs and expectations of their clients. 

This position is crucial for someone to have knowledge and application of drainage design from first principles and experience in the use of Microdrainage and/or Causeway flow software. Additionally to have experience in writing flood risk assessments or drainage strategies for development projects.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Option to buy/sell holiday
• Life Assurance
• Income protection
• Cycle to work scheme
• ICE Chartership mentoring programme

The role

• Production of Technical Reports (Flood Risk Assessments, Technical Notes, Drainage Strategy reports).
• Provide updates on the progress of tasks in line with programmes.
• Write reports and liaise with Clients / Project Managers on the management and co-ordination of projects.
• Ensure compliance with the relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, innovations, and best practices in infrastructure engineering and construction.
• Develop technical highway and drainage designs to support S104, S38 and S278 applications.
• Undertake a variety of technical assessments for new developments.
• Explain technical concepts to others including colleagues and clients.
• Check technical outputs, drawings and reports produced by junior staff.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
• Manage projects with moderate supervision ensuring outputs are delivered on time and to an excellent standard.

What you need to succeed

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams and welcome competence in Power BI and Access).
• Experience in the use of AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• A full UK driving license, as the role may require you to visit sites only accessible by car.
• A minimum 5 years’ experience in UK development related infrastructure engineering.
• Demonstrate suitable knowledge of relevant design standards including DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewers for Adoption, local road standards and relevant national planning policy.
• Be experienced in the preparation of highways and drainage design and in particular S38, S278 and S104 processes.
• Be experienced in writing flood risk assessments and/or drainage strategy reports for development projects.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-known consultancy who are specialists in the residential, commercial, retail and energy on projects ranging from new to small scale landowner developments. Within this you’ll also be involved in work across both the private and public sectors.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow individually and be part of a growing Bristol-based transport planning team delivering impactful work across a wide range of sectors.

Working within a collaborative and flexible environment, you’ll have the opportunity to take on varied responsibilities, build strong client relationships and develop your expertise, supported by a wider network of experienced professionals across the UK.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Bonus scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Life assurance
• Professional membership paid
• Chartership support
• Internal / External training opportunities

The role

• Use professional judgement and personal initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions
• Deliver Vision Led Transport Assessments, Statements and Travel Plans
• Develop client relationships to ensure the securing of work and negotiate fee proposals
• Plan and carry out client engagement activities with the full support of the wider team
• Ensuring the profitability of designated projects with support of Project Directors
• Continue to update personal knowledge of relevant technical, legal and policy changes

What you need to succeed

• Relevant degree (or higher) level qualification and membership of a relevant professional body (MCIHT or similar)
• Ideally 5+ years UK experience in the transport planning sector.
• Demonstrable experience at a comparable level within transport planning in a consultancy or similar environment
• Proven project delivery capabilities, along with client management skills
• Strong software modelling capabilities on relevant software packages, e.g. JUNCTIONS/ LINSIG.

Your role  would focus on providing drainage and highway infrastructure design on all types and sizes of new development, supporting and collaborating with project managers from across the business to meet the needs and expectations of our clients.

As a Senior Civil Engineer with a strong skillset in the infrastructure drainage sector you will be organised, capable of managing multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively, and demonstrate good time management. A creative mindset would be advantageous. Additionally, you will be self-motivated, able to conduct independent research, and produce high-quality reports.

What’s on offer

• Flexible / hybrid working
• ICE Chartered support with inhouse mentors
• Professional membership paid
• Life assurance
• Paid volunteering days
• Salary sacrifice schemes

The role

• Develop technical highway and drainage designs to support S104, S38 and S278 applications.
• Undertake a variety of technical assessments for new developments.
• Explain technical concepts to others including more junior colleagues and clients.
• Check technical outputs, drawings and reports produced by junior staff.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
• Manage projects with moderate supervision ensuring outputs are delivered on time and to an excellent standard.
• Write reports and liaise with Clients / Project Managers on the management and co-ordination of projects. 
• Ensure compliance with the relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.

What you need to succeed

• A degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering, or a related field. 
• At least 5 years of experience in UK development-related infrastructure engineering. 
• Manual for Streets, Sewerage Sector Guidance, local road standards and relevant national planning policy. 
• Be experienced in the preparation of highways and drainage design and in particular S38, S278 and S104 processes.
• Knowledge and application of drainage design from first principles and capable in the use of Causeway flow software.
• Have experience in writing flood risk assessments or drainage strategy reports for development projects.
  Competent in the use of Microsoft Office. 
• Have a good understanding of AutoCAD and Civils 3D and be able to undertake 3D designs of residential housing schemes. 

You’ll be working amongst a team of Civil Engineers who a biased towards flood risk and drainage working on projects Civil Design Engineers both nationally and Internationally.

What’s on offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced Chartership support
• Annual team trip (UK/Abroad)
• External / Internal training opportunities

The role

• Prepare designs, drawings, and calculations for flood risk assessments, drainage strategies, and highway works.
• Deliver designs in line with Section 104/106 build over agreements (sewer adoption & connection approvals).
• Support delivery of Section 38/278 highway works agreements.
• Develop detailed designs for surface water management, SuDS, foul and storm drainage networks.
• Contribute to flood risk assessments, hydraulic modelling, and drainage impact assessments.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and utility providers to secure approvals.
• Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with design standards (SuDS Manual, DMRB, Sewers for Adoption, local authority requirements).
• Provide input and support during planning, detailed design and tender.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Working toward C.Eng./Chartered status.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D/AutoCAD; experience with MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage) and highway design is desirable.
• Knowledge of UK drainage/highway standards and regulatory frameworks (Section 104/106, 38/278).
• Strong problem-solving, report writing, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload across multiple projects with attention to detail.

With plans to expand to 10 offices across the UK, they’re a privately owned consultancy, offering autonomy, flexibility and trust.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Medical care insurance
• ICE Inhouse mentorship
• Regular performance reviews
• Internal/External training opportunities

The role

• Designing preliminary and detailed highways in line with Section 38 and Section 278 of the Highways Act.
• Delivering strategic and detailed drainage designs (including S104/S98 Water Act), as well as foul pumping stations, SUDS, flow control structures, and balancing facilities.
• Producing residential and commercial external works designs, including conducting earthworks assessments.
• Preparing technical reports, design assessments, planning statements, and fee proposals.
• Supporting project delivery from proposal through to practical completion, while ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are being met.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, and coordinating with other disciplines.
• Ensuring full compliance with all relevant standards, policies, and legislation (including CDM Regulations and UK Building Regulations).

What you need to succeed

• A minimum of HND/C in Civil Engineering (a degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline is desirable).
• Experience in AutoCAD, Microdrainage, Civil 3D & SuDs.
• A desire to achieve Chartered status.
• Experience in highway and drainage design.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and with clients.

As a Senior Civil Engineer you will be undertaking designs on roads, drainage and infrastructure projects using your experience to design and organise others in the production of Section 104, 38 and 278 technical submissions. You will be the primary point of contact on projects and work alongside additional team members on projects whilst liaising with other engineering disciplines within the practice.

You will need good communication skills as you will liaise with clients, architects, contractors and regulatory/statutory authorities. Your role will include site meetings/inspections and progress reporting so you should be a strong written and verbal communicator.

You will be responsible for managing the design and deliverables on Civil Engineering Schemes whilst managing Engineers and Technicians and reporting to the Director of Civil Engineering on a day to day basis.

What’s on offer

• Holiday buy back scheme
• Company Pension scheme
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Chartership support with ICE Mentos
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking

The role

• Undertaking designs on roads, drainage and infrastructure projects
• Production of Section 104, 38 and 278 technical submissions
• To be the primary point of contact on projects
• To be able to work alongside additional team members and mentor junior members of the team
• Liaise with other engineering disciplines within the practice
• You will be responsible for managing the design and deliverables on Civil Engineering Schemes
• To manage engineers and technicians and report to the Director of Engineering
• To be able to check other engineer’ designs as well as hands on design and design coordination from
• Confidently liaise with clients, architects, contractors and regulatory/statutory authorities & undertake site meetings/inspections

What you need to succeed

• BEng/Msc or equivalent within Civil Engineering
• At least 4 years significant experience within a design practice environment
• Be fully competent in the use of AutoCAD, Microdrainage, Civils 3D, PDS
• Experience in the design of SuDS, FRA, DMRB, Roads & Highways
• A strong understanding of Section 278, 104 and 38 adoption procedures
• Chartered or working towards Chartership would be desirable but not essential
• Full clean driving licence beneficial

You will assist in preparing hydraulic models (both fluvial and pluvial) to support FRAs for developments within the property, renewable energy, and aviation sectors. Projects include early strategy development, through to feasibility, outline design, planning submission, and discharge of conditions. You will be expected to liaise within the Water Team (and externally), to clearly communicate opportunities and constraints, be able to evaluate flood mitigation options within masterplans, and prepare reports.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Buy back annual leave purchase scheme
• Travel season ticket loans
• Cycle scheme
• Group life assurance
• Inhouse training and CPD programme
• Employee recognition awards

What you need to succeed

• Good knowledge of the planning system, in particular flood related policy and guidance such as the NPPF.
• Experienced in using Flood Modeller Pro and TUFLOW software packages.
• Knowledge of hydrology, undertaking hydrological assessments for both fluvial and direct rainfall models.
• Experience and knowledge of liaising with the EA, fully understanding their model review process and modelling requirements.
• Awareness of project management and good communication skills (both internally and externally).
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Some experience producing FRAs.
• Knowledge of preparing FRAs would be beneficial, and/or a desire to expand knowledge within this area.
• Ability to recognise and communicate flood risk related constraints and opportunities at development sites.
• Ability to develop and troubleshoot hydraulic models, interpret modelling results, and disseminate findings to clients.
• Ability to use GIS and AutoCAD.

The company places strong emphasis on technical excellence, digital innovation, and sustainability, including its commitment to achieving net-zero goals and integrating climate-resilient strategies into project delivery.

You’ll have opportunities to contribute to flagship UK infrastructure schemes, guide junior engineers, engage directly with clients and stakeholders, and help deliver civil engineering solutions that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• High-street discounts
• Tech scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Clear career development with ICE Training support
• Health and wellness opportunities
• Holiday buy back scheme

The role

• Leading day to day technical delivery of civil engineering consultancy services to support our clients through all stages of the project life cycle from feasibility and concept design through to planning, detailed design, and construction.
• Bringing expertise in drainage, SuDS, flood risk, highways, streetscape, earthworks, and utilities to all types of land, property and infrastructure development projects across all sectors and clients.
• Being active on several varied multi-disciplinary project/client accounts at any given time.
• You will be supported by a team of experienced and developing technical staff of various grades, to whom you will be expected to provide guidance and support as appropriate.
• Involvement in high profile client engagement, stakeholder management, design team collaboration (both internal and with other external multidisciplinary professionals), and project management
• Being responsible for, or actively engaged in, ensuring your projects are delivered within budget, on programme, and to the required quality for technical and legal compliance.

What you need to succeed

• Knowledge of, and experience in highway design, drainage strategy and design, flood risk assessment and management, utility design and planning as well as a working knowledge of the Development Industry
• Knowledge of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects and how if, applied effectively, these skills combine to add value to a client’s development proposal
• Knowledge of the financial and contractual aspects of planning, bidding, and delivering both large and small projects
• Postgraduate (or equivalent) experience and are at least nearing Chartership or have equivalent commercial experience and responsibility.
• The ability to produce infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings
• Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals
• Aware of current and emerging technical and planning guidance on climate change and sustainability
• The ability to use or direct and check the use of relevant software including InfoDrainage, Civils 3D and/or PDS
• Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams, and competence in liaising with highway, water, statutory and local authorities to negotiate the necessary outline and detailed technical approvals and statutory agreements typically relating to development projects

You’ll be working within a dynamic team and overseen by a Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer, you will contribute to the delivery of the Civil Engineering design on a range of challenging projects across the water sector including but not limited to: New and replacement potable water mains, foul drainage including CSO remediation works, and both Sustainable Urban Drainage and conventional surface water drainage design.

What’s on offer

• Agile/flexible working
• Life insurance
• Health care cash plan
• Professional institution membership fees
• We provide a pathway to Professional Membership
• Formal, external training courses
• Regular in-house peer-to-peer training sessions and regular external lunchtime CPD sessions
• Social benefits

What you need to succeed

• 3+ years’ experience in the Water Industry with potable, surface, and foul water design and/or construction
• Civil Engineering degree and preferably a Masters
• Have measurable progression with or be willing to work towards Professional Qualification with the Institution of Civil Engineers or Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management
• To have experience in 3D design and modelling using software such as MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage & Water Authority statutory approval processes such as S104, S106 etc
• To have experience / an understanding on SuDS Approval Body involvement.
• Ability to manage concurrent projects ensuring prioritisation of tasks and deliverables to ensure effective delivery
• Ability to work using own initiative and demonstrate a methodical approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

What’s on offer

• Holiday buy back scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working and hybrid working
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare/ Medical Insurance Cover
• Opt in to purchase shares and become a shareholder
• Enhanced Income Protection scheme

The role

• Contributing to strategy, organisational development and continuous business improvement.
• Providing effective team leadership and professional development.
• Providing technical leadership on complex civil engineering projects, ensuring high-quality design and delivery.
• Ensuring high standards of financial management for overall team budgets, income and expenditure.
• Identifying and securing new business opportunities, fostering client relationships, and driving revenue growth.
• Working closely with other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Driving innovation in sustainable and low-carbon infrastructure design.
• Contributing to the overall financial performance of the company.
• Maintain professional qualifications and develop technical ability to match industry best practice.
• Overseeing multiple projects including infrastructure, drainage, highways, and flood risk management and ensuring high quality and profitable delivery.
• Excellent project management - including appointments, fees, workload allocation, project checking and troubleshooting to ensure quality and creativity in proposed solutions.
• Monitoring that infrastructure engineering design principles (e.g. drainage networks, external levels) and other civil engineering aspects (e.g. flood risk, vehicle tracking), are applied/addressed appropriately on team projects, undertaking reviews and providing team and practice wide guidance and coaching where required.
• Monitoring that relevant regulations and codes of practice are applied to team projects, providing team and practice wide guidance where required.
• Seek, identify, develop and pursue opportunities for new and existing business development.
• Representing the company at industry events, networking opportunities, and client meetings.
• Providing effective team leadership – including resource allocation, performance management and recognition
• Managing team performance, recruitment, and professional development.
• Leading and mentoring civil engineers at various career stages.
• Inspires, encourages, and motivates team to maximise potential and to practice ethos and values.
• Ensuring the team has the skills and resources needed for successful project delivery.
• Implementing digital design tools and emerging technologies.
• Setting and managing budgets for the civil engineering division.
• Provide update reports to Directors for monitoring and planning purposes.
• Actively support CPD activity across the practice and at internal Academy events.

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 5 years relevant post-chartered experience
• Highly developed technical competence 
• Previous experience with competitors
• Demonstrable high standards of project management
• Evidence of ability to contribute to driving practice management forward
• Involvement with high profile Architects
• People/team management experience
• Strong financial control of projects, appointments and fees
• Proven ability to deliver significant contribution to practice management
• A keen interest in architecture and design
• Ability to develop new business
• Demonstrable ability to deliver projects efficiently and profitably
• Coaching and mentoring skills

You can expect to work on both public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities. Some of the multi-disciplinary services you’ll work on will include civil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategies, utilities, energy planning and coordination, drainage, flood risk and SuDS, site appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advice.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Enhanced training and development
• ICE mentoring programme
• Large global projects
• High street discounts
• & more

The role

• You will be supported by a team of experienced and developing technical staff of various grades, to whom you will be expected to provide guidance and support as appropriate
• Involvement in high profile client engagement, stakeholder management, design team liaison (both internal and with other external multidisciplinary professionals) and project management
• Being responsible, or actively engaged depending on experience, for ensuring your projects are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.
• Providing day to day support in the delivery of concept studies / strategies with hands on design, leading to planning applications, technical approval submissions and construction drawing issue
• Contributing to all types of Development projects across all sectors and clients
• Being active on several varied multi-disciplinary project/client accounts at any given time.

What you need to succeed

• Experience in highway design, drainage strategy and design, flood risk assessment and management, utility design and planning as well as a working knowledge of the Development Industry
• An appreciation of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and building structures as well as an understanding of construction design stages and procedures
• The ability to produce infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings
• Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals
• Aware of current and emerging technical and planning guidance on climate change and sustainability
• The ability to use or direct and check the use of relevant software including InfoDrainage, Civils 3D and/or PDS
• Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams, and competence in liaising with highway, water, statutory and local authorities to negotiate the necessary outline and detailed technical approvals and statutory agreements typically relating to development projects
• Knowledge of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects and how if, applied effectively, these skills combine to add value to a client’s development proposal
• Knowledge of the financial and contractual aspects of planning, bidding, and delivering both large and small projects
• Postgraduate (or equivalent) experience and are at least nearing Chartership or have equivalent commercial experience and responsibility.

They seek an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with a talent to think outside the box, someone who enjoys a collaborative approach to developing pragmatic and innovative design solutions to the various technical and environmental challenges land development can present.

The ideal candidate is someone with 4+ years proven experience of land development and good 2D CAD skills; experienced in preparing General Arrangement, plans and construction details and with some capability in developing 3D skills.

What’s on offer

• Flexible / Hybrid Working
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare plan
• Enhanced training with ICE
• Regular performance review & uncapped progression

What you need to succeed

• HNC or BEng Civil Engineering degree
• Consultancy/private sector development background with experience working on residential development.
• Experience preparing highway and drainage designs for both private and adoptable works.
• Experience in the production of technical drawings for tender and construction purposes for a variety of infrastructure projects.
• Numerate and software literate including experience and knowledge of 3D modelling software, Microdrainage and AutoCAD.
• Ideally good experience of the legal, planning, and technical consent, adoption and contract procedures for the design and implementation of highway and drainage in new developments and regeneration projects including Section 38/278 and/or Section 104 agreements.
• A proven knowledge/track record of preparing technical submission drawings for S38/S278 and S104 submissions.
• Experience applying the principles, design codes and standards set out Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design guides, the SuDS Manual, DCG, etc.

You’ll be a joining a multidiscipline consultancy who offer services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. At present they work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Private medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Breakdown cover
• Mobile / tech scheme
• Professional membership paid
• Chartership bonus
• Volunteering leave

The role

• You will lead the technical contribution to projects, whilst contributing to business development.
• This position requires you to perform a variety of complex technical, professional and financial activities.
• You will liaise with others advising on professional matters in connection with individual projects or project portfolios.
• You will be proficient at developing long-term client relationships and securing new and repeat work.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of standard specifications as required.
• Engage in client and third-party liaison successfully leading to enhanced reputation and repeat work.
• Assist with the promotion of the capabilities of the company to current and prospective clients.
• Comply with internal management system procedures.
• Assist with the production of bids, including producing methodologies and pricing schedules.

What you need to succeed

• Considerable experience of water-based projects
• Significant experience of Integrated Urban Drainage Models such as InfoWorks ICM.
• A good understanding of the roles and responsibilities of water companies.
• Have a good understanding of all relevant standards, Codes of Practice, Health & Safety Legislation and current design methods and provide general technical support to own discipline team members.
• Experience of 1D/2D Hydraulic Modelling (Flood Modeller/TUFLOW)
• Knowledge of flood risk projects for land development, regeneration, and transportation
• Understanding of health and safety legislation
• Experience in undertaking site visits and surveys
• Drainage network 3D Modelling.
• Design of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)

The ideal Engineer will be working toward chartership of ICE / IHE or similar and will be responsible for the preparation, issue and management of technical project information, including calculations and drawing information, in accordance with the standard requirements of the Company. This is a great opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join a successful, well-established civil and structural design consultancy based out of our clients Plymouth Office.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Enhanced personal training plan
• Professional membership paid
• Healthcare plan
• Life insurance
• Interest free travel loan
• Holiday buy back scheme
• Loyalty bonus scheme

The role

• Demonstrate good development of knowledge in civil engineering and development infrastructure.
• To be responsible for the technical, financial and managerial aspects of complete projects as directed by your line manager.
• To maintain high standards of information presentation and to ensure their accuracy
• Have awareness of construction contracts and terms of appointment.
• Can liaise with clients, stakeholders, local authorities and highways officers.
• Be fully conversant with sectional agreements such as S38, S278, etc.
• Have awareness of business development activities and be responsible for the preparation, issue and management of technical project information, including calculations and drawing information, in accordance with the standard requirements.

What you need to succeed

• 3+ years of post-graduate experience nearing professionally qualified status
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Full clean driving license

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Medical care plan
• Regular internal reviews
• The company provides frequent professional development training, including external training sessions, and offers structured support for those pursuing professional accreditation (e.g., ICE). 
• Training and further development with regular performance reviews

The role

• Support the design of civil engineering schemes from initial concept to detailed design, including design of roads, drainage, earthworks, and other infrastructure elements. Ensure designs are technically sound, cost effective and meet client requirements.
• Produce clear, well-presented designs, drawings, reports, specifications and other engineering documentation and proactively ensure they meet internal quality standards and industry regulations/standards.
• Assist with client meetings and presentations, providing technical insight and engineering that client expectations are met throughout a project lifecycle.
• Work closely with other engineers, technicians and project leads to coordinate design activities, resolve technical design issues and ensure timely project delivery.
• Conduct site visits as required to monitor progress and carry our surveys to obtain site information for design.
• Undertake detailed design, prepare calculations and reports, and conduct assessments in accordance with relevant codes and standards. Use appropriate software to create design models, drawings and documentation.
• Assist in managing the technical aspects of a project, including liaising with clients, contractors and other stakeholders, and ensuring designs are delivered on time and within budget.

What you need to succeed

• To be degree qualified and working towards Chartership
• To have experience in Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, PDS
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Full clean driving licence
• Proactive, self-motivated and desire to take on responsibility
• Ability to work independently, and/or part of a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Understanding of civil engineering principles, design codes and standards, including those related to highways, drainage, flood risk and utilities
• Knowledge of the Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Private medical insurance
• Life Assurance
• ICE Chartership support
• Clear progression path
• Regular performance reviews

The role

• Contributing to concept studies/strategies/drawing packages, leading to planning applications, technical approval submissions and construction issue.
• Contributing to all types of Development projects across all sectors and clients.
• Being active on several varied projects at any given time.
• Involvement in client engagement, stakeholder management, design team liaison (both internal and with other external).
• Being responsible for ensuring your tasks are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.

What you need to succeed

• Knowledge of highway design, drainage strategy and design, flood risk assessment and management, utility design and planning as well as knowledge of the Development Industry.
• The ability to use relevant software including Info Drainage, Micro Drainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or PDS.
• Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams, and competence in liaising with highway, water, statutory and local authorities to negotiate the necessary outline and detailed technical approvals and statutory agreements typically relating to development projects.
• Awareness of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects and how if, applied effectively, these skills combine to add value to a client’s development proposal.
• The ability to produce with supervision infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings.
• Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals.
• Good written and spoken communication skills and are aware of current technical and planning guidance on climate change and sustainability.

Our client offers a full range of urban engineering services, taking projects from feasibility through to detailed design and construction. From advice on large scale masterplans to public realm interventions and the spaces between buildings.

Additionally they provide detailed design for below ground drainage - including all technical discussions with water authorities for new connections, diversions and building over agreements - detailed external works, public realm, highways design and transport planning services.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Professional development including regular reviews, training plan & Chartership support if required
• Bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• Mobile phone contribution
• Cycle to work scheme / Gym membership contribution
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced family policies including parental leave
• Health & wellbeing support
• Annual / quarterly social trips/events

The role

The ideal Engineer must be technically strong and passionate with some experience in leading a small team of Engineers. You will be producing high quality technical design on a range of refurbishments, new builds across a wide range of sectors.

What you need to succeed

• 5-8 years of experience in Civil Engineering design consultancy
• To be Chartered ideally or nearing Chartership with the ICE.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Experience of developing SuDs strategies for major developments
• Experience in the design of below ground drainage systems and SuDs elements for building, highways and public realm.
• Experience of design in flood mitigation and developing sites in Flood Zone 3 would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of design softwares including Windes (Microdrainage), Civil 3D and use of BIM
• Experience in managing a small team of engineers.

This consultancy support their clients through all stages of the development process, from preparing outline planning reports such as flood risk assessments, drainage strategies and highway feasibility studies, through to providing fully detailed Highway and Drainage design packages.

The role

• Preparation of compliant surface water and sustainable urban drainage strategy reports to support planning applications.
• Preparation of compliant flood risk assessment reports to support planning applications.
• Preparation of compliant private and adoptable (S104 of the Water Industry Act 1991) drainage designs for technical approval and construction.
• Preparation of compliant private and adoptable (S38 / S278 of the Highways Act 1980) highway designs for technical approval and construction.
• Liaise with the relevant third-party stakeholders (including Lead Local Flood Authority, Highway Departments, Environment Agency, Internal Drainage Boards, Statutory Undertakers, and the like) to obtaining drainage and highway consents and approvals.
• Undertake AutoCAD and 3D drafting / modelling in relation to highway and drainage projects in an efficient and timely manner.
• Attend Teams meetings as necessary to support project delivery.
• Obtain and manage third-party quotations, advice, and input as needed.
• Competent and highly proficient in the use of AutoCAD.

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a UK consultancy office, specifically in highway and drainage design.
• Will ideally hold an HNC/HND or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related subject.
• Site 3D / Causeway Flow experience would be highly advantageous.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English with a technical mindset.
• Ability to work independently and review/checking your own work as required.
• Comfortable working on projects of varying scale and complexity.

The ideal candidate is someone who has a wealth of experience in discipline strategy, driving innovation, and ensuring technical excellence across all projects. Proven ability to lead multiple large-scale or complex schemes, whilst developing and sustaining long-term client relationships, and actively contributing to business growth is vital.

Your day-to-day tasks would include providing technical leadership and direction across all civil engineering projects (these projects include everything from residential, commercial and retail structures to more complex infrastructure like data centres and anaerobic digestion plants, as well as essential infrastructure like roads, bridges, drainage, and water supply).

What’s on offer

• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working
• Enhanced workplace pension
• Option to buy / sell annual leave
• Two paid professional memberships per year.
• Season ticket loan scheme
• Clear progression pathways and leadership development.
• Mentoring, CPD and knowledge-sharing events.

The role

• Shape strategy and drive growth, developing future workstreams and expanding their client base.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to junior and senior members of the team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Support recruitment and succession planning for the discipline.
• Lead the delivery of multiple large or complex projects.
• Represent the discipline internally and externally as a subject matter expert.
• Provide technical direction, peer review, and quality assurance for all team outputs.
• Advise on compliance, risk, and mitigation strategies across a range of sectors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships at senior levels.
• Lead or support bids and tenders for new business opportunities.

What you need to succeed

• A master’s degree such as Advanced Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering and Construction Management, or a related subject.
• Fellowship or Chartered status (FICE, CEng MICE or similar).
• Experience influencing policy, standards, or industry best practice.
• A working knowledge of social and digital media channels with a view to using these to promote not only your work but also the business.
• Substantial consultancy experience in civil engineering.
• Exceptional technical expertise with deep knowledge of UK guidance and legislation.
• Proven ability to win and deliver large, complex projects with high-profile clients.
• Excellent commercial awareness and the ability to identify and capitalise on new opportunities.
• Inspiring leadership style, with a track record of mentoring and developing teams.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and confidence presenting at senior level.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Our client is an international, integrated consultancy of engineers, designers and advisors. For nearly 50 years, they have built an unrivalled reputation by delivering creative and value-led solutions across the industry.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle scheme
• Dental insurance
• Optical Cover
• Travel insurance
• Corporate discounts.
• Early leaving at the end of the month

The role

• Undertaking design from feasibility and option studies through to detailed civil engineering design, striving to see that service and project work are carried out within agreed deadlines and within budget
• Preparation of reports to support planning applications and design stage deliverables
• Plan and manage CAD documentation of design work
• Prepare technical specifications
• Ensure senior staff are kept informed of important and relevant service/design decisions and the objectives of the company and the client are achieved.

What you need to succeed

• A technical background in drainage, roads, earthworks and utilities co-ordination.
• Experience in use of Microdrainage, AutoCAD, SuDs & Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team, or large international projects.
• Bachelors/Masters degree in Civil Engineering
• A desire to work towards professional registration with a relevant institution

This is a chance to join a family-owned housebuilder that’s been around for a long time and focuses on building well-designed, good-quality homes. They mainly work across the Southeast & are heavily involved with diverse civil engineering where you'll contribute to the design and delivery of our clients’ developments. You can expect to work across multiple stages of the technical design process with the inhouse design team.

What’s on offer

• Enhanced employee pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Personal membership programmes (Gym, Healthcare cash plan, Mental Health etc)
• Life assurance
• X3 volunteer days each year
• Internal / External training opportunities
• Enhanced Family Friendly leave
• Vehicle allowance scheme

What you need to succeed

• Hold a Civil Engineering degree is desirable, or equivalent in working experience
• Experience within the role of an Engineer, with a consultancy background or a housebuilder with in-house design
• Ideally, MICE chartered or Incorporated, but studies can be fully supported toward this
• Experience in creating detailed designs of infrastructure, foundations, highways, drainage, and external work in housing developments
• Strong IT skills including knowledge of packages such as Microsoft, AutoCAD, PDS, and FLOW (or similar)

This company have an exciting opportunity for an Princiapal/Associate level candidate to lead their Civil Infrastructure team in Cardiff.

This role will give you the opportunity to work with a team of experienced and developing Civil Engineers and you will oversee all aspects of our clients projects from inception to completion.

You will advise on the delivery of a wide range of regional and national projects in the development and infrastructure sectors, from strategic urban extensions, logistics parks, and urban regeneration projects.

You will work closely with other senior members of our clients team and the wider business, to deliver key and important projects for our clients. You will also mentor, guide and inspire more junior colleagues across our clients Civil Engineering team.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Industry leading training
• Career progression
• Bonus Scheme
• Private medical insurance

What you need to succeed

• You will be degree qualified in civil engineering or similar and professionally qualified to either CEng or IEng.
• Ideally, you will have expertise in infrastructure design to deliver multi-disciplinary projects for the entire lifecycle – from concept and planning through to detailed design and delivery; highway design and on-site supervision experience is preferable.
• You will have a proven record of delivering projects closely with clients across technical disciplines and experience of mentoring and managing the workload of junior team members.
• Skills with Civils 3D, MicroDrainage and utility coordination.
• You will be focused on achieving coordinated solutions, a tactical thinker and effective at communicating with both internal and external parties (for example utility companies, drainage authorities, highway authorities).

Currently made up of a team of Engineers / Technicians the team sits at over 20 and are looking to expand due to a heavy workload. They have extensive experience in supporting schemes from pre-planning and feasibility assessments to detailed design, technical approvals and construction.

From sustainable drainage solutions and infrastructure to complex highway design, our technical knowledge and experience delivers where it matters – on site and in the ground.

You'll be joining a group of talented engineers with extensive experience in supporting schemes from pre-planning and feasibility assessments to detailed design, technical approvals and construction. The have a collaborative & sustainable approach to drainage systems (SuDS) provides vital design criteria to inform a master plan and allow coordination with other technical services through the planning process.

 What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Health and wellbeing scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Regular performance reviews
• In-house training and further career progression
• Chartership support with inhouse mentors
• Life assurance

What you need to succeed

• A minimum of 3+ years UK design experience, ideally within the residential and commercial sectors. 
• To be able to prepare drainage strategies and engineering reports to support planning applications & prepare technical drawings such as sketch highway designs, preliminary highway designs, drainage and external works designs, ground modelling, S104, S278 and S38 drawings with the subsequent negotiation through to approval.
• To have experience in liaising with stakeholders, external project team members and clients.
• Undertake site visits when required.
• Obtain information, such as drawings and utility searches from third parties.
• Working collaboratively within your team and with others on multidisciplinary projects

What’s on offer

• Flexible / Hybrid working available  
• Inhouse training opportunities with ICE approved training scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Payment of subscription to Professional Institution
• Life Assurance

The role

• The role would focus on providing drainage and highway infrastructure design, working on design and delivery of large strategic housing sites.
• You will also support and collaborate with project managers from across the business to meet the needs and expectations of our clients.

What you need to succeed

• A degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering or a related field, with a focus on infrastructure or highways and drainage. 
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with either the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT). 
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience working on UK highway infrastructure projects, including feasibility, detailed design and delivery. 
• Technical design experience using DMRB, MCHW, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20 and other current UK design standards and guidance. 
• Extensive experience in the design and preparation of Section 38, Section 278 and Section 102/104 & S185 technical submissions, including liaison with adopting authorities. 
• On-site experience monitoring or supervising highway works to ensure compliance with approved designs and specifications. 
• Familiarity with infrastructure design requirements in support of planning applications and discharge of planning conditions. 
• SuDS design experience including the preparation of drainage strategies for planning and technical approval, and engagement with Lead Local Flood Authorities. 
• Understanding and practical application of NEC contract forms, including delivery of design services and contract administration. 
• NEC Supervisor experience, including site inspections, defect identification and quality assurance processes. 
• Knowledge/experience  in software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow, and Microsoft Project. 
• Experience preparing procurement briefs and managing delivery of third-party services including PAS128 surveys, CCTV surveys, topographical surveys, ground investigations and arboricultural & ecological reports. 

What’s on offer

• Flexible / Hybrid working available  
• Inhouse training opportunities with ICE approved training scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Payment of subscription to Professional Institution
• Life Assurance

The role

• Develop technical highway and drainage designs to support S104, S38 and S278 applications.
• Undertake a variety of technical assessments for new developments.
  Explain technical concepts to others including more junior colleagues and clients
• Provide updates on the progress of tasks in line with programmes.
• Write reports and liaise with Clients / Project Managers on the management and co-ordination of projects. 
• Ensure compliance with the relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, innovations, and best practices in infrastructure engineering and construction.
• Check technical outputs, drawings and reports produced by junior staff.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
• Manage projects with moderate supervision ensuring outputs are delivered on time and to an excellent standard.

What you need to succeed

• A degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering, or a related field. 
• At least 4 years of experience in UK development-related infrastructure engineering. 
• Have a good understanding of AutoCAD and Civils 3D, and be able to undertake 3D designs of residential housing schemes. 
• A full UK driving license, as the role may require you to visit sites only accessible by car.
• Demonstrate suitable knowledge of relevant design standards including DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewerage Sector Guidance, local road standards and relevant national planning policy. 
• Be experienced in the preparation of highways and drainage design and in particular S38, S278 and S104 processes
• Knowledge and application of drainage design from first principles and capable in the use of Causeway flow software.
• Have experience in writing flood risk assessments or drainage strategy reports for development projects.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office. 

Kent

Outside IR35

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Contract Civil Design Engineer?

My client is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join their team in Maidstone. You be joining a close knit team where you can thrive in an excellent working environment and progress in your career.

Responsibilities:

• Design of drainage, service, road infrastructure and earthworks on a broad range of projects that include industrial, commercial, residential, retail, health and leisure developments.
• Preparation of associated drawings from concept stage through to construction.
• Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Statements and Service Strategy Reports as well as design of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems from concept stage through to implementation.
• Design and detailing of works associated with highway (s.278, s.38, etc.) and drainage agreements (s.104, s.185, etc) as well as other relevant consents / permits and negotiation of technical approvals.
• Site audits and feasibility assessments.
• Growing civil engineering expertise as well as maintaining and developing Client relationships.
• Management, leadership, support and coaching of other team members in undertaking technical work and report writing.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Relevant degree, plus at least one year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience writing reports such as Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Statements, etc.
• Experience preparing drawings using AutoCAD.
• Experience carrying out design of foul and surface water drainage systems 
• Experience in using Causeway Flow, PDS and AutoCAD.
• Experience using ground modelling software for the design of horizontal / vertical alignment, earthworks, etc.
• Experience of negotiations with highway authorities, drainage authorities and Environment Agency.


 

This is a great role for a long-term contract with a well-known design consultancy in London.

This role is outside IR35 and offers some great benefits such as flexible and hybrid working.

The role:

• Demonstrate good development of knowledge in civil engineering and development infrastructure.
• The successful candidate would be encouraged to develop skills in liaison with stakeholders, local authorities and highways officers.
• Report writing skills (FRA, drainage strategy, specification etc.)

What you need to succeed:

• Experience in the use of MicroDrainage and / or InfoDrainage) and Civil 3D.
• Developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments.
• The preparation of Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones.
• The detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping pavement design.
• The detailed design of Section 38 and 278 highway works, beneficial but not essential.
• The design and negotiation of flood compensation schemes in undefended high-risk flood zones, beneficial but not essential.
• The detailed design of site-wide levels strategies.
• The preparation of site-wide volumetric earthworks analysis (cut and fill)
• The detailed design of below ground drainage networks, including blue and green SuDS elements and subterrain basement drainage

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working / Flexible working
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working and hybrid working
• Life and income insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Health Cover
• Health Cash plan
• Gym membership contribution
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Regular career and development conversations
• Access to our weekly Academy Learning Programme
• Volunteering Days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare vouchers
• Enhanced/Paternity maternity leave

The role

• Your responsibility will be delivering and supporting operations and growth strategy, providing leadership across projects (infrastructure, drainage, highways and flood risk management), supporting and seeking business development opportunities.
• To be able to identify and secure new business opportunities, fostering client relationships, and driving revenue growth.
• Manage and execute projects within agreed upon timeframes and budgets.
• Oversee a team producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy Reports.
• To be proficient in detailed drainage design through to construction.
• Lead a team in the preparation and submission of S104 applications, providing crucial drainage design support for S106 and S278 designs.
• Lead on the preparation of bids/tenders and fee proposals to capitalise on work-winning opportunities.
• Compliance with and overseeing implementation of Health and Safety policies and procedures to include CDM Regulations 2015
• Technical governance of projects in compliance with EW IMS quality processes and procedures (ISO 9001 and 14001)

What you need to succeed

• You must have a minimum of 5+ years UK experience as an Associate Director for a consultancy with a wealth of work winning and team management skills.
• You will also have experience working across drainage, earthworks and flooding projects.
• Contributing to strategy, Organisational development and continuous business improvement.
• To have experience in effective team leadership and Professional Development, proactively motivate project teams to deliver optimised and sustainable design and construction solutions
• Prior experience in technical leadership on complex civil engineering projects, ensuring high-quality design and delivery.

The ideal Technician should have expertise in areas such as utilities, drainage design and modelling, pavement and highway detailing, civil and structural works, water and wastewater treatment, flood risk and coastal management, site development and external works. This consultancies clients are diverse, including, architects, water companies, Energy suppliers, local authorities, developers, design-and-build contractors, government agencies, and transport system operators.

What’s on offer

• Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Professional membership paid
• Life assurance
• Accident insurance
• Income protection cover
• Highstreet discounts
• Health & wellbeing programme

The role

• Preparing technical deliverables for civil engineering projects including drawings, models, presentations as well as short written reports
• Supporting the delivery of projects which may including attending client meetings, producing bid documents and general business development activities
• Contributing to a culture of technical excellence and the development of technical skills within the wider team through planning and delivery of initiatives and training
• Embracing our Culture, Equity and Inclusion strategy and vision, both through your own behaviour and influencing others

What you need to succeed

• To have achieved or be working towards a relevant professional qualification (such as EngTech MICE or equivalent)
• Strong capability in Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D as an essential pre-requisite. Desirable experience of other relevant design tools which may include Revit, Navisworks, Microdrainage and GIS.
• Technical experience in one or more areas relevant to civil engineering (earthworks, roads and streets, public realm, utilities, flood risk and drainage)
• Excellent communication skills, and an ability to interact collaboratively with colleagues and other members of professional teams with confidence
• An ability to manage a complex and varied workload often involving multiple concurrent projects
• A track record of delivering projects on time and within budget and to a high quality
• An ability to motivate and mentor junior members of staff
• An ability to focus on design excellence and personal motivation to strive continuous quality improvement

Our client is an international, integrated consultancy of engineers, designers and advisors. For nearly 50 years, they have built an unrivalled reputation by delivering creative and value-led solutions across the industry.

If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to innovative engineering solutions, you could be the ideal Technician. The work typically includes drainage, earthworks, highways, pressurised water networks and other utility co-ordination.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Enhanced training and development plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Dental insurance
• Optical cover
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Private medical insurance
• Travel insurance
• Season ticket loans
• Corporate discounts
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions  
• Enhanced parenthood leave policies
• Early leave at the end of the month

The role

• Managing Common Data Environments e.g., BIM360, SharePoint, Aconex and GeoStore.
• Compiling BIM Execution Plans.
• Support the civil infrastructure design and masterplanning, from concept stage through to construction using GIS tools.
• Mentor junior members of the team. 

What you need to succeed

• A technical background in infrastructure design, demonstrating technical design expertise in highways, utilities and earthworks.
• Proficiency in using AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• Demonstrable working knowledge of BIM processes and standards such as PAS1192-2.
• An ability to undertake design tasks with minimal supervision, good communication skills, and willingness to interact will all members of the team.
• Previous experience line managing Civil Infrastructure Technicians.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD.
• A technical member of a relevant institution or actively working towards professional registration status.

This is a great role for a long-term contract with a well-known design consultancy in London.

This role is outside IR35 and offers some great benefits such as flexible and hybrid working.

The role

• Demonstrate good development of knowledge in civil engineering and development infrastructure.
• The successful candidate would be encouraged to develop skills in liaison with stakeholders, local authorities and highways officers.
• Report writing skills (FRA, drainage strategy, specification etc.)

What you need to succeed

• Experience in the use of MicroDrainage and / or InfoDrainage) and Civil 3D.
• Developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments.
• The preparation of Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones.
• The detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping pavement design.
• The detailed design of Section 38 and 278 highway works, beneficial but not essential.
• The design and negotiation of flood compensation schemes in undefended high-risk flood zones, beneficial but not essential.
• The detailed design of site-wide levels strategies.
• The preparation of site-wide volumetric earthworks analysis (cut and fill)
• The detailed design of below ground drainage networks, including blue and green SuDS elements and subterrain basement drainage

Our appraisal system and training will help to underpin your progression and give you the necessary skills to undertake the role. You’ll be encouraged to obtain a professional qualification and receive mentoring and support to work toward chartered status.

What’s on offer

• Flexible holiday allowance
• Company Pension scheme
• Balance of weekly work between site work and office-based work
• Complex regionally important projects 
• Interesting and challenging projects
• Support to progress professional qualification with relevant organisation
• Excellent career progression potential

What you need to succeed

• UK design consultancy experience across a range of sectors
• Sound client liaison experience and being commercially aware
• Experience with Section Agreements 278, 38, 185 and 104
• Fully conversant in the use of software such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, InfoDrainage or their equivalents
• Hands on approach, with a desire to remain engaged in design, project management and delivery
• Good organisation, communication, and presentation skills
• You will have 6 + years’ experience in the industry and have an aspiration to start a new and exciting chapter in your career

This Senior position is within a team of drainage, highways and development infrastructure specialists, and you will support their expanding client base of predominantly large residential developers.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity
• Employee Perks Platform
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Employee owned - Benefit of Tax-Free Bonus
• Bonus scheme
• Paid time off to do charity work (half day a year)
• Opportunities for involvement in local education initiatives and STEM
• 4 annual paid company wide events
• One paid professional subscription per annum
• Carbon Neutral Company
• Investors in People accreditation
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Group Critical Illness Cover
• Group Death in Service Cover

The role

• Provide day to day project management and lead the design of multiple schemes across a range of clients.
• Develop Concept and Detailed Drainage Strategies.
• Develop Levels Strategies and manage the production of Earthwork Appraisals.
• Produce Planning Documents such as Flood Risk Assessments/Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements.
• Undertake Due Diligence reviews to support the purchase of land.
• Guide and support junior members of the team, delegate and check work, ensuring deadlines are met and we maintain the high-quality of our deliverables.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, preparing fee proposals, managing projects, and undertaking business development.

What you need to succeed

• Significant post-graduate (or equivalent) experience
• Skilled in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD, plus an understanding of Civils 3D would be beneficial
• A sound technical ability and excellent communication skills
• A drive to develop both themselves and others.
• Experience in pre-planning and planning stage projects, as well as a good understanding of detail design and technical approval (S104, S38, S278, etc)

You’ll be joining a strong team of Engineers and working on a variety of sustainable infrastructure development projects across the UK and globe. This will involve project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Holiday buyback scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Inhouse training opportunities
• Professional membership paid (x1)

The role

• You will be leading day to day technical delivery of civil engineering consultancy services to support our clients through all stages of the project life-cycle from feasibility and concept design through to planning, detailed design, and construction.
• You will provide technical expertise in drainage, SuDS, flood risk, highways, streetscape, earthworks and utilities to all types of land, property and infrastructure development projects across all sectors and clients.
• You will be supported by a team of experienced and developing technical staff of various grades.
• You will be involved in high profile client engagement, stakeholder management, design team collaboration, and project management.
• You will be responsible for, or actively engaged in, ensuring your projects are delivered within budget, on programme, and to the required quality for technical and legal compliance.

What you need to succeed

• Knowledge of the financial and contractual aspects of planning, bidding, and delivering both large and small projects.
• Postgraduate (or equivalent) experience and are at least nearing Chartership or have equivalent commercial experience and responsibility.
• Willing to become an ICE Supervising or Delegated Civil Engineer.
• Knowledge of and experience in highway design, drainage strategies and technical design, flood risk assessments and management, utility design and planning as well as a working knowledge of the development sector.
• Design experience; focused on the development sector (drainage, flood risk, highways, earthworks and utilities).
• An awareness of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and building structures is desirable as well as an understanding of construction design stages and procedures.
• The ability to produce infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings.
• Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance, SuDS Manual and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals.
• The ability to use or direct and check the use of relevant software including Micro Drainage, Info Drainage, Civils 3D and/or PDS.
• Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams.
• Knowledge of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects.

You will be involved in managing and delivering several complex projects with the team at any one time. This would include the promotion of development sites from site identification/ acquisition, planning application submission, discharge of planning conditions and monitoring through the planning process, preparing transport statements, assessments, travel plans and other supporting documentation such as delivery servicing management plans.

As an Associate Director you will be responsible for the delivery of a wide range of transport planning project for various clients across the UK, using a detailed knowledge and experience of standard modelling packages and recognised transport appraisal techniques. 

What’s on offer

• Flexible / hybrid working
• Travel & Life Insurance
• Professional membership paid
• Healthcare cover
• Family friendly policies
• Bonus scheme
• Regular CPD opportunities

The role

• As part of the team or lead on projects, you will deliver market leading consultancy advice to clients and co-consultants and be confident in explaining technical matters to decision makers, interested parties, more junior team members and lay people.
• You will provide support to both junior and senior staff as well as having the opportunity to develop your own project management, work winning & manage client relationships to ensure the securing of work.
• To negotiate fee proposals & manage and control project finances.
• Manage projects in line with client expectations and internal priorities.

What you need to succeed

• To be degree qualified in Transport Engineering.
• Significant experience in preparing Transport Statements, Assessments and other related documents
• Understanding of priority junction Modelling software (Junctions 11)
• Experience of using LINSIG and ability to understand outputs
• Understanding of the principles of micro-simulation and strategic models/ modelling
• Knowledge of design standards (DMRB, MfS) and when and how they are used
• Knowledge of S106 agreements, S278 agreements and Traffic Regulation Orders
• Project management skills with the capability to manage a wide and complex workload
• Experience of developing access, parking and sustainable transport strategies
• Experience of preparing fee proposals and winning work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

You will take a leading role in technical project delivery across the civil engineering portfolio in the Bristol office. The role involves overseeing design quality, managing multidisciplinary inputs, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting the development of engineers within the team.

You’ll be required to support on development and expansion of the current client base and manage and report on the financial performance of the team.

What’s on offer

• Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Bonus scheme
• Holiday buy back scheme
• Interest-free travel loan

The role

• Lead, coordinate, and review civil engineering design outputs, ensuring accuracy, technical robustness, and compliance.
• Manage technical inputs from internal teams (e.g., geotechnical, environmental, structures, planning, transportation).
• Work closely with project managers to ensure efficient resource allocation and timely delivery.
• Participate in project reviews, client meetings, and design workshops
• Conduct technical audits, risk reviews, and design checks.
• Drive best practice in engineering processes, modelling, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, UK design standards & CDM duties.
• Oversee feasibility studies, technical assessments, and engineering analyses across infrastructure and development projects.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory requirements and align with Fairhurst’s quality standards.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff within your team.

What you need to succeed

• Degree in Civil Engineering (MEng/BEng or equivalent).
• Chartered status (CEng, MICE or equivalent) preferred.
• Significant experience in civil engineering, including design responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of UK design standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience delivering infrastructure or development multidisciplinary projects.
• Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills.

We are looking for a Senior Transport Planner to join our clients busy Transport team in Surrey. You’ll be joining an award-winning consultancy who are specialists in the Transport sector & work across all sectors, including residential, retail, leisure, office, distribution and industrial projects, education and healthcare, and mixed-use schemes.

You'll be joining a team of Planners who are experts at demonstrating the transport implications of development & their involvement at appeal, provides their clients with the highest level of credibility in demonstrating transport planning matters in respect to policy, assessment, technical guidance, directions and practical matters of project deliverability.

They provide transport planning, highway design, flood risk and drainage input at all stages of the development process; from feasibility, through the planning application process and then to detailed design.

What’s on offer

• Rolling Contract
• Outside IR35 Rates
• Hybrid Working

The role

• Prepare and review Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, and supporting technical notes
• Lead stakeholder engagement, including liaison with local authorities, statutory bodies and design team.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality assurance, and company procedures.
• Undertake and oversee transport modelling, forecasting, and data analysis using industry-standard tools
• Interpret national, regional, and local transport policy and apply it effectively to development proposals

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 5 years relevant Transport Planning experience.
• An accredited Degree in an applicable analytical subject – for example Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Mathematics etc
• An understanding/experience of the UK planning process
• Sets and achieves high standard of work with a particular focus on details, accuracy and quality of own work
• Meets the given brief with well-presented information, completed to agreed timescales
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to clearly communicate findings from complex data
• Approachable and professional manner when dealing with colleagues and clients.
• Computer literate with advanced use of Microsoft Office
• Good levels of numeracy, including a good understanding of spreadsheets
• Understanding of the use of AutoCAD
• Understanding of GIS software

You'll be joining a team of Planners who are experts at demonstrating the transport implications of development & their involvement at appeal, provides their clients with the highest level of credibility in demonstrating transport planning matters in respect to policy, assessment, technical guidance, directions and practical matters of project deliverability.

They provide transport planning, highway design, flood risk and drainage input at all stages of the development process; from feasibility, through the planning application process and then to detailed design.

What’s on offer

• Flexible / Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare plan
• Chartership support
• Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc)
• Regular social activities

The role

• Prepare and review Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, and supporting technical notes
• Lead stakeholder engagement, including liaison with local authorities, statutory bodies and design teams
• Mentor and technically review the work of junior staff, providing guidance and professional development support
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality assurance, and company procedures.
• Undertake and oversee transport modelling, forecasting, and data analysis using industry-standard tools
• Interpret national, regional, and local transport policy and apply it effectively to development proposals

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 3.5 years relevant Transport Planning experience.
• An accredited Degree in an applicable analytical subject – for example Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Mathematics etc
• An understanding/experience of the UK planning process
• Sets and achieves high standard of work with a particular focus on details, accuracy and quality of own work
• Meets the given brief with well-presented information, completed to agreed timescales
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to clearly communicate findings from complex data
• Approachable and professional manner when dealing with colleagues and clients.
• Computer literate with advanced use of Microsoft Office
• Good levels of numeracy, including a good understanding of spreadsheets
• Understanding of the use of AutoCAD
• Understanding of GIS software

They provide transport planning, highway design, flood risk and drainage input at all stages of the development process; from feasibility, through the planning application process and then to detailed design.

What’s on offer

• Flexible / Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare plan
• Chartership support
• Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc)
• Regular social activities

The role

• Prepare and review Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, and supporting technical notes
• Lead stakeholder engagement, including liaison with local authorities, statutory bodies and design teams
• Mentor and technically review the work of junior staff, providing guidance and professional development support
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality assurance, and company procedures.
• Undertake and oversee transport modelling, forecasting, and data analysis using industry-standard tools
• Interpret national, regional, and local transport policy and apply it effectively to development proposals

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 4 years relevant Transport Planning experience.
• An accredited Degree in an applicable analytical subject – for example Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Mathematics etc
• An understanding/experience of the UK planning process
• Sets and achieves high standard of work with a particular focus on details, accuracy and quality of own work
• Meets the given brief with well-presented information, completed to agreed timescales
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to clearly communicate findings from complex data
• Approachable and professional manner when dealing with colleagues and clients.
• Computer literate with advanced use of Microsoft Office
• Good levels of numeracy, including a good understanding of spreadsheets
• Understanding of the use of AutoCAD
• Understanding of GIS software

What's on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Professional membership paid
• Enhanced leave options
• Travel loan scheme
• Varied salary sacrifice schemes
• Chartership support

The role

• Active involvement in business development, encompassing work-winning strategies, budgetary control of project finances, and the preparation of comprehensive fee proposals.
• You will play a pivotal role in the strategic growth and development of this region's Water & Environment Team.
  While working within a design office environment, you'll also be actively engaged in design and site meetings, conduct site inspections, and provide detailed progress reports.
• Effective communication and liaison with clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory/statutory authorities are essential to ensure project success.
• Your technical expertise will be utilised in hydrological and hydraulic modelling, as well as the completion of thorough Flood Risk Assessments.
• You will also be tasked with bid preparation and fee proposal creation.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree, ideally complemented by a higher degree, in a water-related discipline and significant consultancy or industry experience as a senior modeller.
• You will bring substantial expertise in conducting flood risk assessments in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and, where applicable.
• However, the primary emphasis of this position lies in hydrological and hydraulic modelling, frequently utilising software such as Flood Modeler Pro or TUFLOW.
• You will possess up-to-date knowledge of current planning policies and procedures and the ability to leverage these to maximise client service and secure necessary approvals.
• As a self-motivated team player, you will exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills.
• You will be capable of working autonomously while effectively coordinating with your line manager's requirements; an understanding of the developer industry would also be considered a valuable asset.

Our client is a medium sized consultancy with around 150 employees across multiple offices. Their expertise lies within expertise planning, to design, to environmental consultancy advice, transport and infrastructure and finally land and property.

You will be working closely with the local and regional teams within the company producing and advising on flood risk and drainage strategies to accompany planning applications in all major sectors.

What’s on offer

• Agile working offering a flexible and hybrid working policy
• Continued support with training and development, professional qualifications and CPD
• Private healthcare
• Professional subscription fees
• 2 Charity Day per annum
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Free High Street membership discount

What you need to succeed

• A degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering subject plus minimum 2+ years relevant post-graduate experience.
• Experience and a specific interest in flood risk assessments and sustainable drainage strategy.
• Consultancy/private sector development background with a bias towards private sector development work.
• Knowledge of applicable UK policy and guidance such as National Planning Policy Framework, Planning Practice Guidance, TAN15, CIRIA SuDS Manual etc.
• Knowledge of the UK planning process for new developments, energy and regeneration projects.
• Numerate and software literate. Working knowledge of AutoCAD. Knowledge of GIS and drainage modelling software such as MicroDrainage or similar would be desirable.
• Effective organisational and communication skills with a collaborative approach and enjoys responsibility.
• Ideally a full driving licence and access to a car.

You can expect to further your expertise in all aspects of transport planning, whether preparing Transport Statements in relation to small scale projects or full multi-modal Transport Assessments for developments of national significance.

What’s on offer

• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Bonus scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Private healthcare
• Flexible working
• Company funded social events
• Long service rewards

The role

• You will be involved with the preparation of Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Technical Notes, and Travel Plans, principally to support planning applications for a range of land uses.
• You will review proposed site layout plans and provide relevant transport/highways comments and advice, and you will also analyse traffic and speed survey data to calculate visibility splays and prepare associated visibility splay plans using AutoCAD.
• You will attend Design Team Meetings, and liaise by email and telephone with clients, other consultants and local authority officers as required.
• Co-ordination and commissioning of traffic, speed and parking surveys will also be part of the role.
• Travel for site visits and offsite meetings (with a more experienced colleague as appropriate) will also be necessary.

What you need to succeed

• A relevant Bachelor or Masters degree (in a subject such as Geography, Transport Planning or Civil Engineering).
• A minimum of 4.5 years’ relevant post graduate work experience
• Excellent numeracy, oral communication, and written English skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficient in AutoCAD and AutoTRACK
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.
• Knowledge in the use of junction modelling software is desirable but not essential.

A key element to the role will be having an understanding the legislative background relating to flood risk and drainage, planning, undertaking detail design and managing the design process.

The individual will be responsible for the financial performance of a small team of engineers delivering FRA’s and the detail design of foul and surface water SuDS. In addition, the successful candidate will have the relevant experience in delivering flood alleviation schemes for both public and private sector clients.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity
• Employee Perks Platform
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Employee owned - Benefit of Tax-Free Bonus
• Bonus scheme
• Paid time off to do charity work (half day a year)
• Opportunities for involvement in local education initiatives and STEM
• 4 annual paid company wide events
• One paid professional subscription per annum
• Carbon Neutral Company
• Investors in People accreditation
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Group Critical Illness Cover
• Group Death in Service Cover

The role

• You will have a minimum of 8 years’ experience, and your principal role will be the day to day supervising a small team of engineers, preparation of fee proposals and the financial and technical running of their own projects.
• The role will require you to prepare Flood Risk Assessments, undertake conceptual and detail design of flood protection measures and drainage strategies, leading to planning applications or construction drawings.
• You can expect to be active on several projects / client accounts at any given time.
• You will be expected to mentor and develop junior engineers together with client facing.
• A key element of your experience will be the design of flood alleviation schemes, foul and surface water/SuDS drainage systems.
• You will report to an Associate Director or Board Director

What you need to succeed

• Having a solid working knowledge of Microdrainage, InfoDrainage and Flow is a must.
• Having experience in the use of QGIS and river modelling software together with highways design and earthworks strategies would be an advantage.
• You will hold a degree in Civil Engineering or appropriate science or equivalent commercial experience and responsibility.
• You will either have or be approaching CEng (MICE, or CIWEM) status or equivalent commercial experience
• To have experience in the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments in Flood Zone 1, 2 and 3. To be able to undertake conceptual and detail design of surface water flood alleviation works
• You need a wealth of experience in the preparation of complex foul and surface water drainage strategies (suitable for outline/detailed planning and s104 submission) and detail design of the same (which incorporate SuDS techniques)
• Ideally you will have a solid knowledge of how the planning system operates, as well as being well versed in Current Policy and design guidance (NPPF, PPG, FWMA 2010, WIA 1991, LDA 1991, SuDS Manual, Sewers for Adoption/Design and Construction Guidance – Sewerage Sector guidance etc)

You will be responsible for leading civil engineering design delivery across multiple projects, ensuring technical excellence, cost efficiency, and quality assurance. As a senior member of the team, you will mentor and develop engineers while also engaging directly with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.

You’ll be working across diverse projects, you will be responsible for delivering civil designs, ensuring technical excellence, and mentoring junior team members. You will have the opportunity to develop infrastructure capabilities within a dynamic and growing team.

You will also contribute to the wider development of the Civil & Structural department and support the implementation of best practices in design and project delivery.

What’s on offer

• Company car or cash allowance
• Life assurance scheme
• Holiday buy back scheme
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development plan

The role

• Manage complex civil engineering designs, and contribute to the continued success of the department.
• Lead civil engineering design delivery for major projects, ensuring technical, cost, and quality objectives are met.
• Manage and mentor junior and senior engineers, supporting their professional development.
• Provide technical leadership in areas such as drainage, earthworks, flood risk assessment, site investigations, and highways.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, CDM regulations, and best practice in health and safety.
• Develop project budgets, control change, and provide regular progress updates to senior leadership.
• Promote innovation and sustainability in civil engineering solutions.

What you need to succeed

• To be a Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng MICE), with at least 2-4 years post-chartership experience.
• Strong technical expertise in civil engineering design, including drainage, earthworks, flood risk, and minor roads/bridges.
• Experience leading project teams and managing engineering delivery across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to manage budgets, control change, and ensure project profitability.
• High levels of commercial awareness and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong leadership qualities with a focus on mentoring and developing engineers.
• Experience working across multiple sectors in multidisciplinary teams.
• Eligible for SC clearance and holds a full UK driving licence.

• Hybrid / flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Healthcare plan
• Uncapped career progression
• Regular performance / salary reviews

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or a degree qualification in a related subject plus 5+ years relevant post graduate experience and ideally Chartered or Incorporated with a relevant professional body e.g. ICE.
• Ability to prepare drawings and calculations for both private and adoptable arrangements applying the relevant principles, design codes and standards. Experience obtaining ordinary watercourse consent with watercourse bodies. Experience obtaining technical approval from key approving authorities is desirable.
• A good understanding of relevant best practice and guidance. Experience in highway and drainage design using for example Manual for Streets, DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual, Sewerage Sector Guidance, and Local Authority design standards is desirable.
• Numerate and software literate with experience of AutoCAD, 3D modelling software such as Civils3D or similar.
• Experience with drainage modelling software such as MicroDrainage or similar would be desirable.
• Ability to manage non-technical project aspects such as contract management including financials, programme and resourcing.
• Consultancy/private sector development background with a bias towards private sector development work.

This is an excellent opportunity to help develop a strategically important sector of the business. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience of working in the drainage and Flood Risk sector in the UK, including the completion of Flood Risk Assessments, SuDS and Drainage strategies, as well as contributions to other civil engineering projects within the water and environment industry.

What’s on offer

• An attractive and modern working environment with good accessibility by all modes of transport
• The opportunity to progress quickly within the firm
• A wide range of challenging projects
• Ongoing support, training and mentoring from senior professionals
• Ability to purchase additional days annually
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Techscheme
• Payment of professional subscription
• Membership of our group pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Option to participate in the Company Share Ownership scheme
• Private healthcare

What you need to succeed

• Experience attending meetings and liaising with clients, architects, contractors, local authorities, and other statutory bodies.
• Takes a practical approach to problem solving.
• Chartered status or working towards Chartered status (ICE/CIWEM) would be advantageous.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in preparing and delivering Flood Risk Assessments and preliminary/conceptual Drainage Strategies to support Local Plan representations and outline planning applications, as well as detailed surface and foul water drainage strategies for full planning applications.
• A solid understanding of national planning policy and relevant legislation concerning flood risk and drainage (such as the NPPF & PPG, SuDS Manual, Flood and Water Management Act, and Water Framework Directive), along with best practices related to flood risk, drainage and the water environment.
• Familiarity with drainage modelling techniques, as well as detailed experience with Causeway Flow, AutoCAD, Civils3D (including the production of earthworks models), and GIS.

Due to our expanding workload and increasing pipeline of projects, we are looking for a talented contract Civil Engineer to join their Bristol team. This role represents an excellent opportunity for someone with talent and drive to succeed and work in a supportive and nurturing environment.

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 5+ years UK experience
• Degree or HNC qualified
• Chartered or Near Chartered with ICE
• Expert in using Civils 3D on a range of highways, drainage, earthworks or utilities projects within the UK.

This opportunity will enable you to further develop and use your technical skills, applying your expertise to help us continue driving forward in terms of both technical quality and service efficiency.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Uncapped career progression with regular reviews
• Chartership mentor programme
• High-street discounts

The role

• You will be expected to work within the existing team to interrogate / enhance models as well as building new models to assess and understand asset performance.
• Provide technical input on urban drainage projects and support our wastewater team in delivering current and future projects and help influence our future approaches to efficient delivery
• Support to development of Feasibility studies and optioneering
• Use of network models to evaluate and optimise Asset Performance
• Preparation of reports and supporting drawings

What you need to succeed

• A degree in a relevant discipline (engineering, environmental science, geography)
• A chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. ICE/CIWEM), or are working towards chartership
• Sound knowledge and experience in urban drainage modelling and an ability to check the technical outputs of others prior to issue
• Extensive experience of hydraulic modelling, using industry-standard software, specifically, InfoWorks ICM or similar
• Familiarity with any industry-standard geographical information system (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo

This consultancy has been dominating the Civil Infrastructure industry for 20 years, currently across multiple UK offices they have 80 skilled specialists involved in extensive and varied development experience within their team. Their experience spans a range of transport planning, infrastructure, flood risk services, noise and vibration and air quality and odour.

You’ll be joining a team who are specialists from initial feasibility stage, through planning and detail design, to the construction stage. With a heavy involvement in the residential and commercial sectors you’ll grow as an Engineer and be given the opportunity to develop throughout the company to Director.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Performance related bonuses
• Paid overtime (if required)
• Professional membership paid
• Inhouse training opportunities
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Travel loans, Cycle to work schemes etc.)

The role

• Guide and support junior members of the team, delegate and check work, ensuring deadlines are met and we maintain the high-quality of our deliverables
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, preparing fee proposals, managing projects, and undertaking business development
• Develop Concept and Detailed Drainage Strategies
• Develop Levels Strategies and manage the production of Earthwork Appraisals
• Produce Planning Documents such as Flood Risk Assessments/Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements
• Undertake Due Diligence reviews to support the purchase of land

What you need to succeed

• Significant post-graduate (or equivalent) experience
• Experience in pre-planning and planning stage projects, as well as a good understanding of detail design and technical approval (S104, S38, S278, etc)
• Skilled in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD, plus an understanding of Civils 3D would be beneficial
• A sound technical ability and excellent communication skills
• A drive to develop both themselves and others.

They have a strong civil engineering background and vast experience in the design of highways and infrastructure, cost-effective technical design solutions are delivered to meet the challenges and requirements of infrastructure, development and regeneration projects.

From pre-acquisition advice on drainage options, through Flood Risk Assessment and Drainage Strategy reporting to support planning applications, to detailed highways and drainage infrastructure design, our engineers develop effective working relationships with Clients, Planning Consultants and regulatory authorities.

What’s on offer

• Flexible holiday allowance
• Hybrid working
• Medical care plan
• Performance reviews and bonus structure
• Interesting and challenging projects
• Autonomy to lead your own projects
• Excellent career progression potential

What you need to succeed

• Sound client liaison experience and being commercially aware
• Willingness to grow a Civils team alongside the Regional Director – helping line manage/mentor colleagues
• Good organisation, communication, and presentation skills
• Ideally 8+ years’ experience in a Civil Engineering design consultancy
• Experience with Section Agreements 278, 38, 185 and 104
• Fully conversant in the use of software such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, WinDes or equivalent
• Hands on approach, with a desire to remain engaged in design and project delivery

You be guaranteed an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of infrastructure planning and design work with both internal and external training and mentoring provided as required. You can expect to be working on several projects at any given time for multiple clients and so the role will offer great variety.

What’s on offer

• Flexible working
• Bonus scheme
• Life cover
• Medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave provision
• ICE accredited training scheme, and support for professional qualifications through IEng, CEng or TPP
• Annual subscriptions of professional institutions
• High street discounts

What you need to succeed

• You must have a degree in Civil Engineering
• Aware of the application of industry design standards and best practice (e.g. Manual for Streets, DMRB, LTN 1/20),
• To be proficient in AutoCAD, with a great eye for detail and quality
• Experience in providing engineering input to development masterplans, analysis of site levels, and preparing preliminary highway/drainage scheme drawings for planning applications.
• Prior working knowledge of the detailed design and S38/S278 approvals process
• Be competent in using Site 3D and FLOW software.
• To be able to possess good communication skills and have an ability to demonstrate effective teamwork.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Personal development programme
• Bonus scheme
• High-street discounts
• ICE Chartership support
• Private medical insurance
• Life Assurance
• Buy/Sell Additional leave

The role

• Providing day to day support in the delivery of concept studies / strategies with hands on design, leading to planning applications, technical approval submissions and construction drawing issue
• Involvement in high profile client engagement, stakeholder management, design team liaison (both internal and with other external multidisciplinary professionals) and project management
• Being responsible, or actively engaged depending on experience, for ensuring your projects are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.
• Contributing to all types of Development projects across multiple sectors and clients
• Being active on several varied multi-disciplinary project/client accounts at any given time.
• You will be supported by a team of experienced and developing technical staff of various grades, to whom you will be expected to provide guidance and support as appropriate

What you need to succeed

• Knowledge of, and experience in highway design, drainage strategy and design, flood risk assessment and management, utility design and planning as well as a good working knowledge of the Development Industry
• The ability to produce infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings
• A good knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals
• Good written and spoken communication skills and are aware of current and emerging technical and planning guidance on climate change and sustainability
• The ability to use or direct and check the use of relevant software including InfoDrainage/MicroDrainage, Civils 3D and/or PDS
• Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams, and competence in liaising with highway, water, statutory and local authorities to negotiate the necessary outline and detailed technical approvals and statutory agreements typically relating to development projects
• A good knowledge of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects and how if, applied effectively, these skills combine to add value to a client’s development proposal
• A robust knowledge of the financial and contractual aspects of planning, bidding, and delivering both large and small projects
• Postgraduate (or equivalent) experience and are working towards Chartership or have equivalent commercial experience and responsibility.
• An appreciation of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and building structures is desirable as well as an understanding of construction design stages and procedures

The successful candidate will design a variety of infrastructure schemes on some of the largest and most prestigious developments in the UK. Your role will be to lead the design and delivery of those major civil infrastructure projects, providing expert consultation and technical leadership, and ensuring design and operational excellence in all civil engineering activities.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Life Assurance
• High-street discounts
• Optical cover
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Enhanced parental leave

What you need to succeed

• Minimum HND/C in Civil Engineering or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline desirable.
• Ideally Chartered with ICE or equivalent body is desirable.
• Must have experience of producing preliminary and detailed Highway design.
• The ability to design Drainage (s104 / s98 Water Act) both strategic and detailed, foul pumping stations, SUDS, flow control structures and balancing facilities is essential.
• Must have experience of designing Residential and Commercial external works design including earthworks assessments.
• Experience of producing technical reports, assessments, statements, and fee proposals is required.
• Experience in providing technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and technicians within the team is required.
• Candidate must have the ability to oversee project delivery from proposal to practical completion, ensuring quality, cost, and time objectives are met.
• Experience of managing and cultivating client relationships and coordinating with stakeholders is desired.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant standards, policies, and legislation (e.g. CDM and UK Building Regulations) is essential.
• Strong understanding of design software such as AutoCAD and MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage) is essential.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills is required.

You can expect to work across both public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities. Some of the multi-disciplinary services we provide that you will help deliver include Civil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategies, Utilities, energy planning and coordination, Drainage, flood risk and SuDS & Site appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advice.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Bonus scheme
• Personal development plan
• ICE Chartership support with inhouse mentors
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Perk plan incentives
• Travel loan

The role

• Contributing to concept studies/strategies/drawing packages, leading to planning applications, technical approval submissions and construction issue.
• Contributing to all types of Development projects across all sectors and clients.
• Being active on several varied projects at any given time.
• Involvement in client engagement, stakeholder management, design team liaison (both internal and with other external).
• Being responsible for ensuring your tasks are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.

What you need to succeed

• Knowledge of highway design, drainage strategy and design, flood risk assessment and management, utility design and planning as well as knowledge of the Development Industry.
• The ability to produce with supervision infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings.
• Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals.
• The ability to use relevant software including Info Drainage, Micro Drainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or PDS.
• Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams, and competence in liaising with highway, water, statutory and local authorities to negotiate the necessary outline and detailed technical approvals and statutory agreements typically relating to development projects.
• Awareness of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects and how if, applied effectively, these skills combine to add value to a client’s development proposal.