Senior Civil Design Engineer

Advance TRS; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Design & Build Contractor based in Greater Manchester is hiring a Civil Design Engineer. The role involves producing civil design calculations, reviewing technical submissions, and supporting teams in the UK water sector. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the water sector, along with proficiency in design software. The position offers hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' civil design experience in the UK water sector.
• Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., with ICE).
• Strong technical knowledge in earthworks, pipework layouts, concrete structures, foundations, and temporary works.

Responsibilities

• Provide civil design deliverables that meet safety, quality, and technical requirements.
• Produce civil design calculations, drawings, and specifications for the UK water industry.
• Manage and document any design changes throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Civil engineering design software

Communication

Problem-solving

Coordination

Results-driven

Education

Degree, HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Role: Civil Design Engineer
Salary / Rate: 45- 50 /hour Outside IR35
Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid working)

Our client is a reputable Design & Build Contractor looking for an experienced Civil Engineer to support the Detailed Design phase of multiple projects on major UK water frameworks.

About the Role:

• Provide civil design deliverables that meet safety, quality, and technical requirements
• Produce civil design calculations, drawings, and specifications for the UK water industry
• Direct and support CAD technicians and junior civil designers
• Prepare scopes of work and review output from subcontract M&E and civil design teams
• Liaise with suppliers and other disciplines, prepare civil engineering specifications, and review technical submissions
• Undertake site investigations and assessments to inform design development
• Ensure civil design work complies with relevant technical standards and industry codes (e.g., Eurocodes, CIRIA, CDM Regulations)
• Manage and document any design changes throughout the project lifecycle
• Estimate design hours and resource requirements for civil packages
• Attend and contribute to project meetings and design reviews as needed

About You:

• Degree, HND or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years' civil design experience in the UK water sector
• Proficient with civil engineering design software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, Revit)
• Experience with clean water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects
• Strong technical knowledge in earthworks, pipework layouts, concrete structures, foundations, and temporary works
• Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., with ICE)
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Results-driven with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous professional development

Reach out to Charlie TRS to find out more about this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your civil engineering career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.