Civil Design Technical Lead

Enisca Ltd; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in the UK seeks a Civil Design Technical Lead. You will own the civil and structural design for water and wastewater treatment projects, manage external consultants, and collaborate with various disciplines. The role requires strong leadership, civil design engineering experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This hybrid role allows flexibility in working locations, requiring office visits 2-3 times a week.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented engineer with strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Excellent communicator who can engage effectively with clients.
• Experience in civil design engineering in the water/wastewater sector.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of civil and structural design elements for projects.
• Manage external consultants and review designs for compliance.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver efficient solutions.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Civil design engineering

Consultant management

Knowledge of civil engineering standards

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Understanding of BIM processes

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Overview

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. This role is a hybrid where you will be expected to attend the office 2–3 times a week. The contractual office base is flexible and can be either Ilkeston, Cookstown, Balcombe or Apsley. This can be discussed further at interview.

Key Qualifications

• 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.
• Disability Confident.

Disability Confident Statement

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer.

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.