Civil Design Engineer Water Services

Advance TRS; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Chartered Civil Engineer (Water Services) to join their team. This fully remote position involves delivering complex water and wastewater projects, from feasibility to design. Ideal candidates should have Chartered Engineer status and experience in civil engineering. The role includes leading studies, engaging with clients, and mentoring junior engineers, while offering a supportive environment and innovative projects.

Benefits

Competitive day rate or salary

Fully remote and flexible working

Private medical healthcare

Pension scheme

Life assurance and group income protection

Season travel ticket loan

Cycle to work and employee benefits schemes

Mental health support and gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status is mandatory.
• Experience in the water sector is ideal.
• Strong design and analytical competencies required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil engineering in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Lead studies and designs for water infrastructure.
• Produce technical calculations and designs.
• Engage with clients for effective solutions.
• Prepare proposals to secure funding.
• Collaborate with construction partners for efficiency.
• Ensure designs align with sustainability and safety practices.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Chartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent)

Proven experience in civil engineering

Strong technical design and analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Self-motivated and proactive

Commitment to sustainable engineering outcomes

Job description

Job Title: Chartered Civil Engineer (Water Services) - Contract

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based)

Type: 12-Month Contract | Fully Remote | Flexible Working

About the Role

Our client is seeking experienced Chartered Civil Engineers to join their growing Water Services team, delivering a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater projects for major UK water utilities.

This role suits engineers with solid design and project delivery experience who are looking to take ownership of complex, high-value infrastructure schemes. You'll play a key role from feasibility through to design and construction on projects that shape the future of the UK's water industry.

About the Client

Our client is a respected engineering and environmental consultancy, known for delivering intelligent, sustainable solutions across the water, environment, and infrastructure sectors. With a legacy spanning over a century, they have built a strong culture of innovation, inclusion, and professional growth.

They pride themselves on providing a supportive, flexible, and fully remote working environment where wellbeing and personal development are at the heart of their success.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering civil engineering activities within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Leading strategic studies, feasibility assessments, and detailed designs for water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Producing technical calculations, designs, and reports.
• Engaging directly with clients to understand project needs and develop effective, sustainable solutions.
• Preparing proposals and business cases to secure project funding.
• Collaborating with construction partners to improve safety, buildability, and delivery efficiency.
• Ensuring all designs align with sustainability, H&S, and environmental best practices.
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers towards professional development.

What Our Client is Looking For

• Chartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent).
• Proven experience in civil engineering, ideally within the water sector.
• Strong technical design and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and collaborative approach.
• Commitment to delivering sustainable engineering outcomes.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive day rate or salary (dependent on experience).
• Fully remote and flexible working arrangements.
• Private medical healthcare.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance and group income protection.
• Season travel ticket loan (if applicable).
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes.
• Mental health support, discounted gym membership, and wellbeing initiatives.

Eligibility

Applicants must be based in the UK with full right to work.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.