Civil Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Income protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Health cash plan

Fitness expense allowance

Bonus scheme

Academy learning programme

Job summary

Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd is seeking a Civil Engineer to contribute to innovative, sustainable urban developments. You will develop designs from feasibility through to detailed design, create supporting calculations and documentation, and coordinate with clients, contractors and other disciplines.

The role emphasizes sustainability, collaboration, and ongoing professional development within a hybrid work environment in Greater London.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of industry experience.
• 1+ year UK civil engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with SuDS in urban developments.
• Experience with Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones.
• Detail design and specification of external hard landscaping and pavement design.
• Designing and negotiating Section 38/278 highway works.

Responsibilities

• Develop civil engineering designs from feasibility to detailed design.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, calculations and technical documentation.
• Develop sustainable drainage strategies for complex urban developments.
• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments for all flood zones.
• Prepare reports to support planning applications and design deliverables.
• Coordinate project drawings and documentation with stakeholders.
• Communicate design solutions through sketches, models and presentations.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to CPD activities.

Skills

Civil engineering

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Civil 3D

Sustainability

Project management

Tools

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Civil 3D

Job description

Are you a Civil Engineer looking for a role where engineering expertise, creativity and sustainability genuinely come together?

We're working with a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy known for taking a progressive approach to engineering and delivering complex projects across a diverse range of sectors. Their work combines technical rigour with creative thinking, with a strong focus on environmental responsibility and improving the built environment.

You'll join a collaborative, inclusive team where people are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their expertise and have a meaningful influence on the projects they work on.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• A collaborative, creative and supportive working environment
• Support and encouragement for further education, professional development and skills training
• Private medical insurance
• Life and income protection insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Monthly contribution towards fitness-related expenses
• Bonus scheme
• Regular performance reviews/ training plans
• Access to a weekly Academy Learning Programme
• Tax-free savings incentives
• Enhanced maternity/Paternity leave

The role

• Developing civil engineering designs from feasibility and option studies through to detailed design.
• Preparing detailed design drawings, calculations, specifications and technical documentation.
• Developing sustainable drainage strategies for complex urban developments.
• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones.
• Preparing reports to support planning applications and design-stage deliverables.
• Producing and coordinating project drawings and documentation.
• Working with clients, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders to resolve technical queries and requests for information.
• Attending meetings and workshops and communicating design solutions through sketches, models and presentations.
• Coordinating design information with wider project teams and stakeholders.
• Investigating design options independently and working collaboratively to identify effective solutions.
• Supporting project delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Working alongside senior team members to help drive projects forward.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to more junior members of the team where appropriate.
• Contributing to your own development and that of others through knowledge sharing, meetings and CPD activities.

What you need to succeed

• At least 4 years' industry experience
• A minimum of 1 year's UK civil engineering experience.
• Experience using MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage.
• Experience using Civil 3D.
• Hands-on experience developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments.
• Experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones.
• Experience with the detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping and pavement design.
• Experience with the detailed design of Section 38 and Section 278 highway works.
• Experience designing and negotiating flood compensation schemes in undefended, high-risk flood zones.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The confidence to work independently while knowing when to collaborate and seek support.
• A growth mindset and a positive, approachable attitude.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders.
• A genuine interest in sustainable engineering and the positive impact infrastructure can have on the built environment