Civil Design Engineer

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days leave

Pension 6%

Private health cover

Life and income protection

Health cash plan

Wellness/fitness benefit

Discretionary bonus

Employee assistance

Career development

Cycle to work

Parental leave

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting Ltd in Wimbledon is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join its Development Infrastructure team. You will deliver civil designs from feasibility through to detailed design and construction, with a strong focus on sustainable design and creating better places for people.

The role requires 3+ years' civil engineering experience (UK), with Civil 3D and SuDS expertise, and a collaborative approach to working with clients, architects and contractors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' civil engineering experience, including UK experience.
• Experience using Civil 3D.
• Experience with MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage.
• Experience developing SuDS strategies for urban developments.
• Experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil engineering designs from feasibility and option studies through to detailed design and construction.
• Preparing detailed design drawings, calculations, specifications and technical reports.
• Developing drainage and SuDS strategies for major developments.
• Preparing reports to support planning applications and design-stage deliverables.
• Coordinating design information with clients, contractors and wider design teams.
• Attending client, stakeholder and design team meetings and workshops.
• Responding to technical queries and requests for information.
• Managing project deliverables, deadlines and competing priorities.
• Working alongside senior engineers to drive projects forward.
• Providing guidance and support to more junior members of the team.
• Contributing to internal knowledge sharing, CPD and ongoing technical development.

Skills

Civil engineering

UK experience

Communication skills

Project management

Independent & team work

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Job description

Civil Design Engineer - Development Infrastructure

Location: South West London
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

I'm working with a highly regarded civil and structural engineering consultancy that is looking for a Civil Engineer to join its growing Development Infrastructure team in Wimbledon.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer to work on a diverse range of complex developments, with a strong focus on sustainable design, innovation and creating better places for people.

You'll work closely with clients, architects, contractors and wider design teams, taking projects from feasibility and concept through to detailed design and construction.

About You

You'll ideally have:

• 3+ years' civil engineering experience, including at least 1 year of UK experience.
• Experience using Civil 3D.
• Experience with MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage.
• Hands-on experience developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments.
• Experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments across different flood zones.
• A good understanding of civil engineering design within the built environment.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Your Responsibilities

You’ll be involved in:

• Delivering civil engineering designs from feasibility and option studies through to detailed design and construction.
• Preparing detailed design drawings, calculations, specifications and technical reports.
• Developing drainage and SuDS strategies for major developments.
• Preparing reports to support planning applications and design-stage deliverables.
• Coordinating design information with clients, contractors and wider design teams.
• Attending client, stakeholder and design team meetings and workshops.
• Responding to technical queries and requests for information.
• Managing project deliverables, deadlines and competing priorities.
• Working alongside senior engineers to drive projects forward.
• Providing guidance and support to more junior members of the team.
• Contributing to internal knowledge sharing, CPD and ongoing technical development.

Desirable Experience

The following would be advantageous, although not essential:

• Detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping and pavement design.
• Experience designing Section 38 and Section 278 highway works.
• Experience with flood compensation schemes in undefended, high-risk flood zones.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects.
• A strong interest in sustainable and innovative engineering solutions.

What’s on Offer?

You’ll join a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where technical development and professional growth are genuinely encouraged.

The benefits package includes:

• Hybrid working - minimum 3 days per week office-based, with flexibility around the remainder.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• 6% employer pension contribution.
• Private health cover.
• Life and income protection insurance.
• Health cash plan with over £1,000 of available benefits and discounts.
• Monthly contribution towards fitness-related expenses.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Regular career and development reviews.
• Access to a weekly learning and development programme.
• Support for professional qualifications and further training.
• Cycle to Work and childcare savings schemes.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• A highly collaborative and supportive working environment.

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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