Civil Design Engineer

Job description

Civil Design Engineer → Technical Director – Water & Wastewater

Salary: £40,000 – £70,000+

Location: Anywhere in the UK | Flexible / Hybrid Working

Type: Permanent or Contract

Why This Role?

Whether you’re starting out as a Design Engineer or already shaping strategy as a Technical Director, this is a career-defining opportunity. Our client, a leading UK water-sector design-and-build provider, is looking for civil engineers at all levels:

Work anywhere in the UK, contribute to high-profile water and wastewater projects, and grow your career with clear progression and support at every stage.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver safe, compliant, cost-effective, and buildable civil designs across water and wastewater projects.
• Lead projects, mentor teams, and influence design strategy as you progress.
• Coordinate across disciplines to produce integrated engineering solutions.
• Contribute to bids, proposals, and feasibility studies with technical expertise.
• Shape design standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all stages of delivery.
• Engage with stakeholders, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Who We’re Looking For

• Civil engineers at any career stage from Design Engineer to Technical Director.
• Relevant experience in water or wastewater civil design.
• For senior/lead roles: proven project leadership and team mentoring experience.
• Chartered or working towards chartership in a relevant engineering institution.
• Strong technical knowledge across civil design and understanding of multidisciplinary project interfaces.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Engineering degree or Master’s qualification.
• Previous experience in technical leadership or strategic design roles in water/wastewater.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary: £40,000 – £70,000+, depending on experience and level.
• Permanent or contract options.
• Work anywhere in the UK with flexible/hybrid arrangements.
• Clear career ladder
• Professional development, chartership support, and training opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits for permanent staff: pension, private healthcare, life assurance, flexible leave, employee perks.

About the Client

A top-tier UK water-sector design-and-build provider, recognised for:

• Delivering technically complex, high-profile infrastructure projects.
• Investing in people and supporting career progression at all levels.
• Fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where technical expertise drives success.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-02-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English