Senior Civil Design Engineer (Water)

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

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in the UK's water infrastructure sector is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer for a hybrid contract role. You'll be involved in high-impact clean and wastewater projects, supporting critical infrastructure upgrades. The role offers flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to significant national projects while working in a supportive team.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Supportive team with a strong project pipeline

Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Strong background in water sector civil design (clean and/or dirty water).
• Registered with a professional body, ideally working towards chartership.
• Understanding of construction methods and site processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, efficient and compliant civil design packages across water projects.
• Prepare risk assessments, design reports, and specifications.
• Support and develop junior designers and CAD technicians.

Skills

Civil design

Communication

Proficiency in engineering drawing practices

Education

Graduate, HND or significant experience from a technician route

Tools

Relevant engineering software

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06.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Civil Design Engineer – Water | Contract – Manchester (Hybrid) | Outside IR35

CETO Talent is currently working with a rapidly growing design consultancy at the heart of the UK’s utilities and water infrastructure sector. As part of their continued expansion and growing project demand, we are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to join the team.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact clean and wastewater projects, supporting the delivery of critical infrastructure upgrades across the region.

? Sector: Water & Utilities

? Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, efficient and compliant civil design packages across water projects
• Identify design solutions from scopes and site visits, and communicate effectively with clients and teams
• Support and develop junior designers and CAD technicians
• Prepare risk assessments, design reports and specifications
• Ensure compliance with water company and technical standards
• Estimate design hours and present at design review meetings
• Maintain accurate documentation of design changes

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong background in water sector civil design (clean and/or dirty water)
• Graduate, HND or significant experience from a technician route
• Proficiency in engineering drawing practices and relevant software
• Understanding of construction methods and site processes
• Registered with a professional body and ideally working towards chartership
• Clear and confident communicator with a solutions-focused mindset

What’s On Offer:

• Contract roles outside IR35, or permanent employment – your choice
• Supportive and fast-growing team with a strong project pipeline
• Flexible hybrid working
• Chance to be involved in critical UK water infrastructure projects