Civil Engineer Highways/Drainage

RGB Network; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent civil engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Civil Engineer to design and deliver highways and drainage projects in a hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, 3-7 years' experience in infrastructure design, and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD. This role provides a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• 3-7 years' experience in UK infrastructure design.
• Strong knowledge of SuDS principles, DMRB, and local authority standards.
• Ambition to work toward professional accreditation (IEng/CEng).

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver highways, drainage, and external works for residential and commercial schemes.
• Produce 3D designs and drawings.
• Support junior engineers and contribute to overall project coordination.

Skills

Engineering design

Client liaison

Team collaboration

Education

Degree-qualified Civil Engineer (BEng/MEng or equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage)

Job description

Civil Engineer – Highways/Drainage

Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits

Company: Independent Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy

A well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering practical, sustainable, and high-quality design solutions is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its expanding infrastructure team in Manchester. The practice delivers a range of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects across the UK and is growing steadily due to repeat clients and new project wins.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to progress their technical and project delivery experience in a collaborative, design-focused environment. You'll support the production of detailed designs across highways, drainage, and external works projects from concept to construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver highways, drainage, and external works for residential and commercial schemes.
• Prepare and review designs for Section 278, 38, 104, and 106 agreements.
• Produce 3D designs and drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage).
• Undertake SuDS design, ground modelling, and earthworks analysis.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support junior engineers and contribute to overall project coordination.

Requirements

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer (BEng/MEng or equivalent).
• 3-7 years' experience in UK infrastructure design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage).
• Strong knowledge of SuDS principles, DMRB, and local authority standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ambition to work toward professional accreditation (IEng/CEng).

Why Join?

Collaborative, design-led consultancy with strong project variety.
Hybrid working (Manchester office 2-3 days per week).
Opportunity to grow toward Senior Engineer level.
Competitive salary (£35,000 - £45,000 DOE) and benefits package