Senior Civil Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in civil engineering seeks a Senior Civil Design Engineer to spearhead design delivery on vital water infrastructure projects in Yorkshire. This role involves leading and coordinating civil and drainage designs, managing teams, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. You will also mentor junior engineers in a supportive and collaborative environment, contributing to technical excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on major regional frameworks and advance your professional development in a forward-thinking team.

Benefits

Continued professional development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to work on major frameworks

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer, chartered or working towards chartership.
• Strong experience in drainage design and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate civil and drainage designs to UK water industry standards.
• Manage internal teams and ensure quality assurance and client satisfaction.

Skills

Drainage Design

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Civils3D

Job description

Job Description

A leading regional civil engineering and utilities services company is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead design delivery on a key water infrastructure framework in Yorkshire. You will oversee a range of projects from early concept through to construction support, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking design team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate civil and drainage designs to UK water industry standards
• Manage internal teams and external consultants
• Ensure quality assurance, client satisfaction, and adherence to health & safety standards
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to technical excellence

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer (chartered or working towards chartership )
• Strong experience in drainage design and infrastructure projects within the UK water sector
• Proficient in design software (e.g., MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, Civils3D)
• Full UK driving licence required

What’s on Offer:

• Opportunity to work on major regional frameworks
• Supportive, inclusive team environment
• Continued professional development

Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply for this role.

Apply today or get in touch with [e-mail] for more information.