Senior Civil Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; East Boldon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utilities sector is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer for a 12-month contract role. The successful candidate will lead a team, oversee project deliverables, and ensure compliance with engineering standards. This challenging position requires a strong background in civil engineering, particularly within potable water systems. Engage in high-impact projects and collaborate with experienced teams to shape engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the water/utilities sector.
• Strong technical expertise in infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets.
• Solid understanding of CDM 2015 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and support a team of Civil Engineers.
• Review project scopes for technical accuracy and alignment.
• Deliver technical solutions across capital projects.

Skills

Decision-making

Team leadership

Technical expertise

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

HNC, HND, or Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer (Contractor)

Location: Kent

Contract Type:

12 months (Rolling)

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to lead and manage a team delivering complex civil engineering projects in the utilities sector. You’ll take ownership of technical delivery, resource coordination, stakeholder engagement, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and support a team of Civil Engineers

Conduct 1:1s and performance appraisals

Manage workload, holiday approvals, expenses, and technical queries

Provide coaching and support in reactive and emergency situations

Review and check project scopes to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with quality standards

Deliver technical solutions across capital projects, including:

Producing Scope Documents, Site Information, Design Drawings, and CDM documentation

Compiling job packs to meet project timelines

Act as a technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders

Secure necessary consents and approvals to enable delivery

Undertake site visits for audits, contractor guidance, and issue resolution

Collaborate closely with Project Managers to ensure alignment on timelines, cost, and deliverables

What You’ll Need

HNC, HND, or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards it

Proven experience in the water/utilities sector, ideally with potable water assets

Strong technical expertise in both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets (WTWs, booster stations, pipelines, hydraulics)

Solid understanding of CDM 2015 regulations and their practical application

Confident communicator and proactive team leader

Strong decision-making skills and engineering judgement

Proficient in MS Office; Google Workspace experience is a plus

Why Join?

Lead meaningful, high-impact projects in the water sector

Influence how work gets delivered and shape engineering standards

Collaborate with a dedicated and experienced team