Civil Design Engineer

The Construction Index Ltd; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join their team in Colchester. This role offers a blend of autonomy and support, focusing on innovative projects across various sectors. Candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering and some experience in drainage design.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

28 days holiday plus public holidays

Company mobile phone

Professional subscriptions paid

Pension scheme

Access to a Life Coach & Wellbeing Practitioner

Accredited ICE training programme

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in civil engineering design role.
• Solid understanding of UK design and approval processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare flood risk assessments and drainage strategies.
• Design surface and foul water drainage systems.
• Coordinate build-over agreements and submissions.

Skills

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Knowledge of Civil 3D

Drainage design software

Understanding of UK design processes

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Job description

• Salary: £30000 - £40000 per annum
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - East
• Town/City: Colchester, Essex
• Posted: 09/06/2025
• Reference: BBBH3665_1749461824
  
  

Job Description

Civil Design Engineer - Colchester

Permanent | Hybrid | Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

I'm currently working with a highly respected, award-winning civil and structural engineering consultancy in central London, who are looking to add a Civil Design Engineer to their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company known for its innovative work across residential, education, arts and urban regeneration projects. They have a lovely office, a great team culture, and a strong pipeline of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare flood risk assessments and drainage strategies
• Design surface and foul water drainage systems, including SUDS
• Carry out earthwork volume calculations
• Prepare Section 104, 106, 38 and 278 submissions
• Coordinate build-over agreements
• Use software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage
  
  

You'll be working on your own smaller projects while supporting larger schemes under the guidance of experienced senior engineers. There's a good balance of autonomy and support here, ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career.

What They're Looking For

• 1-2 years experience in a similar civil engineering design role
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Experience with drainage design software (MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, or Causeway Flow)
• Solid understanding of UK design and approval processes
• Ideally degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or similar
  
  

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working
• 28 days holiday (plus public holidays)
• Company mobile phone
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Pension scheme
• Access to a Life Coach & Wellbeing Practitioner
• Accredited ICE training programme with mentoring and clear career progression
• Friendly, sociable team with regular events and a great working environment
  
  

This is a great opportunity for a Civil Engineer who's looking to work in a supportive, design-focused team with real scope for development and promotion.

Interested?

Get in touch today to discuss the role in more detail or send your CV directly to arrange a confidential chat.

Will Herman

07581619823

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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