Hybrid Senior Civil Engineer - Drainage & Infrastructure Lead

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Liverpool to lead drainage and infrastructure design across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The role combines hands-on design work with project management and mentorship of junior engineers.

Based in Liverpool, you will deliver highways and drainage designs, liaise with clients and authorities, and help drive the team forward within a hybrid working setup. A strong UK consultancy background is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven UK consultancy experience as a Senior Civil Engineer.
• Strong background in drainage and development infrastructure design.
• Confident managing projects and client relationships.
• Practical, hands-on approach to technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Delivering highways and drainage designs including S38, S278, S104, and S185
• Leading projects from early feasibility through planning and technical approval
• Preparing designs and technical reports using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and InfoDrainage
• Liaising with clients, local authorities, and key project stakeholders
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians

Skills

Drainage design

Infrastructure design

Project leadership

Client liaison

Mentoring juniors

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InfoDrainage

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Liverpool to lead drainage and infrastructure design across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The role combines hands-on design work with project management and mentorship of junior engineers.

Based in Liverpool, you will deliver highways and drainage designs, liaise with clients and authorities, and help drive the team forward within a hybrid working setup. A strong UK consultancy background is essential.