Civil Engineer

Aztrum; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aztrum is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its design team in Cardiff or Bristol. The role focuses on drainage design within a project-driven environment, offering the chance to contribute to high-quality civil engineering solutions.

You will produce detailed drainage-focused designs, engage with clients and contractors, and support projects from concept through construction. The team emphasises collaboration, technical excellence, and long-standing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering design.
• Strong drainage design experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• A collaborative approach and pride in delivering quality work.

Responsibilities

• Producing detailed civil engineering designs, with a particular focus on drainage.
• Preparing drainage strategies, SuDS designs, and calculations in line with current standards.
• Producing and reviewing designs using AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and other members of the design team throughout project delivery.
• Supporting projects from concept through to detailed design and construction.
• Preparing technical reports, drawings, and supporting documentation.
• Ensuring designs meet relevant codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Contributing to the ongoing high standards of quality and client service the business is known for.

Skills

Drainage design

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Client liaison

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Job description

Civil Engineer

Cardiff/Bristol

£45,000-£55,000

An established civil engineering SME, operating since the early 1990s, is looking for a Civil Engineer to join its design team in Cardiff or Bristol.

Since the early 1990s, this business has built a reputation for high-quality engineering solutions, leading successful design teams, and completing projects on time and on budget. This unique multidisciplinary approach, paired with the personalised touch of a smaller firm, has kept over 80% of the business coming from repeat orders — with many clients having worked with the team since those early days. Driven by a dynamic and passionate team, the business remains committed to delivering exceptional results and shaping the future of engineering.

The role will suit a Civil Engineer with a drainage focus, looking to develop within a design-led environment and contribute to a team known for technical excellence and long-standing client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Producing detailed civil engineering designs, with a particular focus on drainage
• Preparing drainage strategies, SuDS designs, and calculations in line with current standards
• Producing and reviewing designs using AutoCAD and Civils 3D
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and other members of the design team throughout project delivery
• Supporting projects from concept through to detailed design and construction
• Preparing technical reports, drawings, and supporting documentation
• Ensuring designs meet relevant codes, standards, and client requirements
• Contributing to the ongoing high standards of quality and client service the business is known for

What's on offer:

• Salary of £45,000-£55,000, depending on experience
• The chance to join a multidisciplinary SME that combines broad technical capability with a genuinely personal, close-knit way of working
• A design-led role within a stable, well-regarded firm
• A supportive, passionate team culture with a strong track record of staff retention

About you:

• Proven experience in civil engineering design
• Strong drainage design experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Civils 3D
• A collaborative approach and pride in delivering quality work