Assistant Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water industry consulting practice is seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer in London. The role involves assisting with civil design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, alongside producing technical reports and drawings. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, 2-3 years of consultancy experience, and an interest in water sector development. The firm offers career progression, development support, and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Rapid progression

Structured development

Professional support

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Around 2-3 years consultancy experience.
• Interest in water sector development and infrastructure delivery.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD and relevant design software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with civil design for water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Produce drawings, calculations, and technical reports.
• Support senior engineers with project delivery.
• Liaise with contractors and stakeholders.
• Contribute to site assessments and design development.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Civil design

Experience with AutoCAD

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Assistant Civil Engineer

Location: London
Salary: Competitive plus benefits

If you want to build a career in the part of civil engineering where demand is soaring and skilled engineers are in short supply, this is the perfect opportunity. The water sector is expanding rapidly, driven by major investment in infrastructure renewal, resilience and environmental improvement, meaning there has never been a better time to establish yourself in this field.

A leading water industry consulting practice in London is looking for an Assistant Civil Engineer with around 2-3 years of experience to join their growing team. You will support the delivery of clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects, working closely with water companies, contractors and industry specialists.

As an Assistant Civil Engineer, you will contribute to feasibility studies, civil layout design, pipeline routes, pumping station upgrades and supporting infrastructure. You will work across design and delivery stages, gaining valuable experience while developing your technical and project skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with civil design for water and wastewater infrastructure.

• Produce drawings, calculations and technical reports.

• Support senior engineers with project delivery and client coordination.

• Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and external partners.

• Contribute to site assessments and design development.

About You

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

• Around 2-3 years consultancy experience.

• Interest in water sector development and infrastructure delivery.

• Strong communication and problem solving skills.

• Experience with AutoCAD and relevant design software.

Why Apply?

You will join a supportive consultancy offering rapid progression, structured development, client exposure, flexible working, professional support and involvement in significant infrastructure improvements across the region.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years’ recruitment experience.