Civil Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd; Warwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their Warwick team. You will engage in infrastructure projects, focusing on feasibility studies, flood risk assessments, and design work for drainage systems and highways. The ideal candidate should possess relevant engineering experience and a degree in a related field, emphasizing working knowledge of industry regulations and software like Civils 3D. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage projects effectively within established timelines.

Qualifications

• TWO years experience in civil engineering required.
• Relevant experience with Flood Risk Assessments.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-purchase feasibility studies and resolve planning conditions.
• Perform flood risk assessments and produce detailed drawings for technical approval.
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects and conduct site inspections.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Drainage Design

Highway Design

Communication

Education

Degree in a built environment discipline

HND/C in relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD/Autodesk Civil 3D

MicroDrainage WinDES

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is looking for a Civil Engineer to join their team in Warwick. This role would suit someone who has two years of experience and someone who has experience in Civils 3D.

This is an infrastructure role, and you will be working on residential commercial, education & more projects!

The role:

• Conduct pre-purchase feasibility studies and resolve planning conditions, including drainage feasibility and highway considerations.
• Perform flood risk assessments, with flood modelling undertaken by the in-house team.
• Produce detailed drawings and calculations for technical approval of adoptable highways and drainage systems, in compliance with Building Control, NHBC, S278, S38, S104, and other regulations.
• Prepare 3D ground models for volume calculations, cut and fill exercises, vertical road profiles, and other related tasks.
• Design work for water and wastewater authorities, though prior experience in this sector is not essential.
• Collaborate with colleagues from the in-house structural engineering, geo-environmental, hydraulic modelling, and transport planning teams to deliver multi-disciplinary projects.
• Assist in assessing variations of cost and timescales, and reach agreements with clients and customer organisations, in collaboration with in-house project managers.
• Represent the company at meetings, public exhibitions, planning committees, and public inquiries when required. Undertake site inspections as needed.
• Contribute to project management and control for suitable projects.
• Support the training and professional development of team members.
• Exercise due care and diligence in all aspects of engineering design and detailing.

What you need to succeed:

• Relevant experience and a degree in a built environment discipline, with progress towards membership in the Institution of Civil Engineers or a similar professional body.
• Applicants with an HND/C or significant relevant experience are also welcomed.

• Experience with Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), Suds, and Pre-Planning Advice.
• Working knowledge of drainage and highway design, including S38, S278, and S104 agreements.
• Experience with building regulations for designing building drainage, SuDS, private external works, and ground levels.
• Experience with software like MicroDrainage WinDES, FLOW, Tuflow (optional), and HECRAS (optional).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Autodesk Civil 3D.
• A working appreciation of highway and general structures.
• Experience with utilities coordination and the diversion of services (preferred but not essential).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software packages, such as Excel and Word.

• Enthusiastic and personable attitude.
• Strong communication skills with both clients and team members.
• Good planning and time management skills.
• Ability to manage own projects and teams within agreed timescales.