Civil Design Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Contract Civil Design Engineer to join their team in Maidstone. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from industrial to residential, while providing opportunities for professional growth. Responsibilities include designing drainage systems, preparing reports, and leading team initiatives, making it an ideal environment for career development.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience with AutoCAD and drainage systems design.
• Proven ability in report writing and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design drainage, service, road infrastructure, and earthworks.
• Prepare drawings from concept through to construction.
• Conduct site audits and feasibility assessments.

Skills

AutoCAD

Flood Risk Assessments

Drainage Statements

Effective Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Causeway Flow

PDS

Ground Modelling Software

Job description

Contract Civil Design Engineer

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.