Civil Engineer

Elliott Wood; Wimbledon; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Health and wellbeing benefits

Gym cover

Bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Learning Programme

Job summary

Elliott Wood is seeking a Civil Engineer for our Wimbledon office to contribute to sustainable, climate-aware civil designs. You’ll bring 3+ years of industry experience, including UK exposure, and apply SuDS principles to complex urban developments.

Responsibilities include detailed design, client communication, and collaboration with the project team. We value mentoring, ongoing learning, and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience, with at least 1 year in the UK.
• Proficiency with SuDS concepts and corresponding software.
• Experience using Civil 3D for civil design tasks.
• Familiarity with MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage software for drainage modelling.

Responsibilities

• Investigate solutions independently and discuss with colleagues, clients and stakeholders.
• Produce detailed design drawings, calculations and specifications through project stages.
• Respond to RFIs from clients, stakeholders and contractors.
• Present design ideas using sketches, models and presentations.
• Coordinate design information with team members and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to CPD sessions.

Skills

3+ years experience

UK experience

SuDS design

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Job description

We are no ordinary engineers. We are activists for a new kind of engineering profession, where technical prowess with creative ingenuity is seamlessly integrated and in which our craft is re-evaluated by both clients and collaborators.

We are a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy, we embrace progressive ideals, undertaking complex projects with a commitment to environmental stewardship. Our portfolio spans diverse sectors, characterised by designs that marry flair with functionality, earning us numerous industry accolades.

Joining us means becoming part of an exceptional team united in vision and purpose. Our dedication to innovation extends beyond project work to the cultivation of a vibrant, inclusive employee community. It's this culture of diversity and collaboration that sets us apart and defines our success.

The Role:

We are searching for a talented and collaborative Civil Engineer based in our Wimbledon office!

You will have a minimum 3 years of industry experience, at least 1 year of UK experience and you'll share our passion for making a positive impact on society. Sustainable design is the cornerstone of our practice, and together, we create innovative designs that not only protect our climate but also enhance the built environment.

You will have the following:

• 3+ years’ experience, with at least a year being in the UK.


• The use of MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage) and Civil 3D.


• Hands on experience developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments


• Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones.

Responsibilities:

Your duties will include the following:

• Acting independently to investigate solutions, you will explore options, work closely with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders alike to develop, and communicate design solutions.


• Preparation of detailed design drawings, calculations, and specifications at all stages of design and subsequent construction.


• Responding to client, stakeholder, and contractor requests for information.


• Attendance at meetings and workshops with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders and communicate design ideas through sketches, models, and presentations.


• Co-ordinate design information with design team members and stakeholders.


• With the support of peers, provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior members of the team.


• Where appropriate, facilitate and organise meetings and CPD training events to contribute to your own development and the development of others.


• Undertaking design from feasibility and option studies through to detailed civil engineering design, striving to deliver the best outcome within the agreed deadlines and budget.


• Preparation of reports to support planning applications and design stage deliverables


• Plan, manage and deliver projects design drawings and documentation.


• Work alongside senior team members to drive projects forward.

Additional Experience:

In addition to the above, we'd also love you to have:

• The detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping pavement design.


• The detailed design of Section 38 and 278 highway works, beneficial but not essential.


• The design and negotiation of flood compensation schemes in undefended high-risk flood zones, beneficial but not essential.


• Excellent project management skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.


• The ability to work with others and autonomously poses a growth mindset and an open, positive, and approachable attitude.

Why Elliott Wood:

If you are a progressive and talented engineer eager to influence those around you with the same level of understanding and empathy that you bring to your engineering work, we invite you to join us. We hope you share our interest in the transformative impact infrastructure can have on the built environment and are enthusiastic about playing an integral role in our ongoing practice and growth strategy.

We offer:

• A hybrid working environment.


• Active encouragement and support to pursue further job-related education and/or skills training.


• An extensive range of benefits from health insurance to gym cover, weekly learning programme, bonus and more.


• Being part of an awesome and talented team.

Some of our Benefits:

• Flexible working and hybrid working (min 60% of time office and 40% flexible)


• Life and income insurance


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Private Health Cover


• Health Cash plan - offering over £1k of cash and discounts to support day-to-day health and wellbeing treatments


• Monthly contribution to fitness related expenses


• Discretionary bonus scheme


• Regular career and development conversations


• Access to our weekly Academy Learning Programme


• 25 days annual leave (with an option to buy up to 5 extra days) and increasing with service


• Opportunity to be gifted up to 4 ‘me days’ per year


• Tax free savings for Cycle Scheme and Childcare fees


• Enhanced maternity leave (up to 26 weeks full pay) and paternity leave (4 weeks full pay)

Elliott Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us and be a part of a team where your civil engineering skills will thrive! If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a company where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.