Civil Design Technical Lead

Enisca Browne; Ilkeston; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Enisca Browne is seeking a Civil Design Technical Lead to own civil and structural design for water and wastewater projects. You will manage external consultants, review designs for compliance and buildability, and collaborate with disciplines to deliver safe, cost-effective solutions.

From feasibility studies to detailed design and commissioning support, the role offers variety and impact, with a hybrid office pattern requiring presence 2-3 times per week at Ilkeston, Apsley or Glasgow.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering; proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit or similar.
• Chartered status desirable or in progress.
• Experience in civil design engineering for water/wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of civil and structural design elements for water and wastewater projects.
• Manage external consultants, review designs for compliance and buildability.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver safe, efficient, cost-effective solutions.
• From feasibility studies to detailed design and commissioning support.

Skills

Leadership & coordination

Client engagement

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered status (or working towards)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

BIM processes

Job description

Are you a technically skilled civil engineer with a passion for delivering integrated, sustainable solutions? We’re looking for a Civil Design Technical Lead to take ownership of civil and structural design elements for water and wastewater treatment projects.

You’ll manage external consultants, review designs for compliance and buildability, and collaborate with other disciplines to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. From feasibility studies to detailed design and commissioning support, this role offers variety and impact—perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with strong coordination skills.

Please note that this role requires you to be in the office 2-3 times a week. The contractual office base is flexible and can be either Ilkeston, Apsley or Glasgow. This can be discussed further at interview. The weekly contractual hours for the role is 40.

About Enisca Browne

Enisca Browne is part of Browne Group, a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. Together we deliver essential infrastructure that supports clean water, safe drainage and reliable services for communities.

Enisca Browne focuses on the systems that keep water and wastewater treatment sites running at their best. We work on power, process equipment, control systems and the civil structures that support them.

As the Group’s mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation specialist, we manage everything from control panel manufacturing to full system integration and commissioning. Our teams bring deep technical knowledge and a collaborative approach to solving real-world challenges.

We offer opportunities for people with a range of skills and backgrounds, from hands-on engineering to project support and technical delivery. Everyone plays a part in helping us deliver safe, smart and sustainable solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• A detail-oriented engineer with strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Excellent communicator who can engage effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in civil design engineering in the water/wastewater sector
• Proven ability to manage and review external consultants and civil works packages.
• Knowledge of civil engineering standards, construction methods, and buildability principles.
• Degree in Civil Engineering; proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, or similar.
• Understanding of BIM processes and collaborative design environments.
• Chartered status (or working towards) and experience in sustainable design desirable.