Senior Civil Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK water sector seeks a Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead projects addressing critical infrastructure challenges. You'll manage civil designs from concept to completion, contributing to sustainable solutions within a dedicated team passionate about making a difference. This role offers a chance to develop innovative engineering practices while ensuring successful project delivery.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Electric vehicle scheme

Exclusive retail discounts

Family-friendly policies

2 volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience in complex civil engineering projects, ideally in water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Chartered or working towards professional status (ICE, CIWEM, etc.).
• Familiarity with industry design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects.
• Deliver designs that meet quality, cost, and time objectives.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive Approach

Innovation

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Civil design software

Job description

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? East Midlands | ? Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a passionate Civil Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work on industry-leading infrastructure projects that make a real impact on communities and the environment?

We’re partnering with an award-winning, innovative organisation at the forefront of tackling the UK’s water and wastewater challenges. With over 5,000 ambitious projects underway, they’re delivering critical solutions that address flooding, water quality, and sustainable infrastructure needs.

As part of their in-house Capital Design team, you’ll help drive forward major investment plans (AMP8), working alongside over 300 dedicated professionals who care deeply about doing the right thing - for customers, the environment, and each other.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Civil Design Engineer, you’ll play a central role in developing civil engineering designs from concept to completion. You’ll support the delivery of essential treatment and infrastructure projects and have the chance to shape innovative, sustainable solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead civil engineering design for water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects.
• Deliver designs that meet quality, cost, and time objectives.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support collaborative project teams.
• Champion innovation and explore forward-thinking engineering solutions.
• Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Chartered or working towards professional status (ICE, CIWEM, etc.).
• Experience in complex civil engineering projects - ideally in water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Familiarity with industry design standards and civil design software.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach with excellent communication skills.

Why Apply?

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to shape the future of water. You’ll enjoy:

28 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell days)

Electric vehicle scheme & exclusive retail discounts

Family-friendly policies & 2 volunteering days per year