Civil Engineer (Highway / Drainage)

Additional Resources; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm specializing in civil engineering is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer (Highway / Drainage) to develop and deliver innovative drainage and highway designs. The role requires at least 2 years of experience in UK infrastructure engineering and proficiency in relevant software. The successful candidate will oversee projects to ensure compliance and quality while providing guidance to junior staff. Competitive salary and extensive benefits offered.

Benefits

25 Days annual leave

Casual dress

Company pension

Life insurance

Paid volunteer time

Sick pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee mentoring programme

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in UK infrastructure engineering.
• Experience with S104, S38, and S278 processes.
• Understanding of UK design standards like DMRB and Manual for Streets.

Responsibilities

• Design technical solutions for highway and drainage systems.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff.
• Manage projects ensuring high-quality delivery.

Skills

Highway and drainage design

Technical assessments

Team guidance

Compliance with industry standards

Microdrainage software

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microdrainage

Causeway Flow

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineer (Highway / Drainage) to join a well-regarded consultancy known for delivering innovative and sustainable transport planning solutions.

As a Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and delivering drainage and highway designs for new development projects. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits. They will consider all level of candidates.

What you will be responsible for

• Design technical solutions for highway and drainage systems to support S104, S38, and S278 applications.
• Perform a range of technical assessments for new developments.
• Provide guidance and technical explanations to junior staff and clients.
• Review technical documents, reports, and drawings produced by junior team members.
• Present technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage projects to ensure high-quality delivery on time and to specification.
• Regularly update progress and collaborate with Project Managers to coordinate tasks.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all project phases.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, best practices, and innovations in civil engineering.

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Civil Engineer, Highway Engineer, Drainage Engineer, Civil Design Engineer, Highway Design Engineer, Drainage Design Engineer, Civil Infrastructure Engineer, Highway and Drainage Engineer or in a similar role.
• Possess 2 years’ experience working in UK development-related infrastructure engineering.
• Experience in preparing highways or drainage designs, particularly S38, S278, and S104 processes.
• Background in writing flood risk assessments or drainage strategies.
• Proficient in drainage design principles and skilled in using Microdrainage and/or Causeway Flow software.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Understanding of relevant UK design standards, including DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewers for Adoption, and national planning policies.
• Skilled in AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 Days annual leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Paid volunteer time
• Sick pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee mentoring programme

Apply now for this exceptional Senior Drainage Engineer opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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