Civil Engineer - Highway & Drainage Design

ZipRecruiter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Exeter is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join their team. This role involves designing highways and drainage systems for diverse projects, preparing regulatory documents, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have practical experience and a strong understanding of UK standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ UK-based experience in highway and drainage design.
• Strong understanding of UK design standards and local authority requirements.
• Locally knowledgeable about Exeter/South West region preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver highways and drainage infrastructure for various developments.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Liaise with clients and authorities for project progression.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Design software

Job description

Job Description

Company Details:

A leading consultancy is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join its growing team in Exeter. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects spanning the residential, commercial, and public sectors. The successful candidate will bring practical design experience and a proactive mindset, playing a key role in delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities:

* Design and deliver highways and drainage infrastructure for a range of developments including residential estates, retail parks, and industrial schemes.

* Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications in compliance with local planning and regulatory requirements.

* Liaise with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth project progression.

* Apply knowledge of local conditions and planning regulations to inform and optimise designs.

* Contribute to the development of sustainable, practical, and cost-effective civil engineering solutions.

Requirements:

* Minimum of two years’ UK-based experience in highway and drainage design.

* Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

* Strong understanding of UK design standards, local authority requirements, and development processes.

* Experience working on projects for house builders, developers, or public-sector organisations.

* Proficiency in relevant design software and report preparation.

* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

* Ideally possesses local knowledge of the Exeter/South West region.

If you’re excited about this opportunity and meet the requirements, please forward your up-to-date CV in Word format to Andy for consideration