Civil Design Engineer - Water

Access Talent Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking experienced Civil Design Engineers to work on long-term infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge in water sector design, particularly in wastewater networks. Responsibilities include leading design documentation and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring impactful projects on water resilience. A degree in Civil Engineering and relevant memberships are required. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of the water sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in wastewater networks or clean water infrastructure.
• Knowledge of UK Water Industry standards and design codes.
• Ability to manage deadlines and coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of design documentation for water infrastructure.
• Produce technical reports and construction-ready drawings.
• Liaise with clients and contractors on technical requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.

Skills

Civil Engineering Design

Communication

Stakeholder Coordination

Project Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Postgraduate Qualifications

Job description

Overview

Civil & Structural Engineering, Utilities

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We are seeking multiple Civil Design Engineers to join a growing water engineering consultancy team working on long-term, high-impact infrastructure frameworks across the UK. If you have experience in clean water and/or wastewater network design—and a passion for delivering meaningful change in the water sector—this is your opportunity to help shape the future of water resilience and river health.

You’ll be part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team driving major infrastructure improvements across the UK water industry. Our portfolio includes several flagship AMP8 frameworks—including a £100 million, 10-year single-award partnership focused on improving river ecosystems in North West England.

We are committed to sustainability, innovation, and delivering best value through low-carbon, cost-effective water solutions. Our projects span the full asset lifecycle—from optioneering and feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

Responsibilities

• Leading the creation of outline and detailed design documentation for wastewater and clean water infrastructure projects.
• Producing high-quality calculations, technical reports, and construction-ready drawings.
• Supporting feasibility studies and contributing to optioneering decisions.
• Liaising directly with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to understand and deliver on technical requirements.
• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a collaborative and knowledge-sharing culture.
• Engaging with frameworks that ensure job security, long-term progression, and real-world impact.

Experience

• Experience in water sector civil engineering design—especially in wastewater networks or clean water infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of UK Water Industry standards, British Standards, and design codes.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to coordinate across stakeholders and technical teams.
• Effective at managing deadlines, influencing others, and working in high-performing environments.

Required experience

• Experience in water sector civil engineering design—especially in wastewater networks or clean water infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of UK Water Industry standards, British Standards, and design codes.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to coordinate across stakeholders and technical teams.
• Effective at managing deadlines, influencing others, and working in high-performing environments.
• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline (postgraduate qualifications are a plus).
• Membership with a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, CIWEM) or working toward chartership.

How to apply

If you are a Civil Engineer with UK experience and are interested to work on AMP 8 with a reputable business, please contact Cameron Green on 02380981322 or email [e-mail]