Senior Civil Engineer

Matchtech; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working options

Professional development

Diverse project portfolio

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its Water Team in Leeds on a permanent basis. You will lead civil design across water infrastructure projects and collaborate with UK water companies, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

You will oversee optioneering, outline and detailed design, ensure compliance with standards and client requirements, and mentor engineers within a growing team. The role offers hybrid working and a pathway to professional registration.

Qualifications

• Civil engineering degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience with water industry clients delivering design schemes.
• Knowledge of hydraulic calculations and BIM standards.
• Experience leading a technical discipline or coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Chartered or Incorporated engineer status, or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil engineering discipline on water-sector projects.
• Contribute to optioneering, outline and detailed designs.
• Ensure work aligns with standards and client requirements.
• Prepare plans and project schedules with timelines.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and third parties.
• Supervise and develop junior engineers and technicians.
• Review outputs and third-party design proposals.
• Promote health, safety, welfare, sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Skills

Lead designer

Civil design

Water sector

CAD

Revit

BIM principles

Hydraulic calculations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Hades

Job description

Our client, a respected consultancy, is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its growing Water Team on a permanent basis. The role will involve delivering civil engineering design expertise across a diverse portfolio of water and infrastructure projects, working collaboratively with major UK water companies, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the civil engineering discipline on water-sector projects, preferably acting as lead designer where appropriate
• Contribute to optioneering, outline design and detailed design schemes of varying size and complexity
• Deliver technical and professional work in line with client requirements, relevant standards and quality procedures
• Prepare plans and project schedules, monitoring progress to meet deadlines and delivery requirements
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other third parties throughout the design and delivery process
• Supervise, support and delegate work to developing engineers and technicians
• Review and approve personal work, team outputs and third-party design proposals
• Promote high standards of health, safety, welfare, sustainability and environmental responsibility

Job Requirements

• Relevant civil engineering degree or equivalent professional experience
• Experience working with water industry clients and delivering civil engineering design schemes
• Strong understanding of water and utilities infrastructure, design principles and relevant standards
• Experience leading a technical discipline or coordinating multidisciplinary project teams
• Knowledge of hydraulic calculations, including the use of Hades software
• Experience using CAD or Revit, with a working knowledge of BIM principles
• Understanding of sustainable engineering practices and environmental considerations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a motivated and positive approach
• Chartered or incorporated engineer status, or a commitment to working towards professional registration

Benefits

• Permanent opportunity within a growing Water and Utilities Team
• Flexible and hybrid working options to support work-life balance
• Supportive environment focused on personal and professional development
• Opportunities to work on varied and technically challenging water infrastructure projects
• Collaborative multidisciplinary working environment
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and team social activities

Commitment to equal opportunities, inclusion and professional progression

If you are an experienced Senior Civil Engineer with a background in water design, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to important infrastructure projects while developing your career.