Senior Civil Engineer - Development Infrastructure

Aldwych Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer specializing in drainage, based in Southwark, London with hybrid working arrangements. This role involves project ownership for development-related civil engineering projects, managing various responsibilities from design to client communication. The position offers a competitive package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

25 days of holiday leave plus Bank Holidays

Discretionary performance-based bonuses

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme with contributions matched up to 6%

Continuing professional development and training

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of drainage design standards, guidelines, and processes.
• Understand multi-disciplinary nature of projects.
• Experience with Flood Risk Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Project ownership for civil engineering projects covering surface & foul water drainage.
• Liaison with internal/external bodies including planning authorities.
• Attendance in client meetings and stakeholder liaising.

Skills

Proficiency using industry-standard design packages

Multitasking and project management

Effective communication

Good written skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Site3D

KeyTERRA-FIRMA

Causeway Flow

Infodrainage/MicroDrainage

Job description

Role: Senior Civil Engineer - Development Infrastructure
Type: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid.
Location: Southwark, London.

We're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer (Drainage) in Southwark, London, with hybrid/flexible working arrangements available

Rewards:

• Hybrid work arrangements with a minimum requirement of two days per week at the central London office.
• Enjoy 25 days of holiday leave, in addition to Bank Holidays.
• One professional subscription.
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses.
• Private medical insurance.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, as well as season ticket loans and cycling schemes.
• Company pension scheme, where contributions are matched up to 6%.
• Social and sports activities through their monthly outings and events.
• Continuing professional development and training.

Company:
The company is a specialist transportation and infrastructure consultancy with an outstanding reputation in the industry and decades of proven staying power in the market.

They specialise in transport planning, civil infrastructure design, and flood risk management for developments.
Offering flexible working, ongoing support, professional development, and a fantastic package of benefits, their commitment to you and your career success is clear.

Role:
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will take on project ownership for development-related civil engineering projects, covering preliminary and detailed design of surface & foul water drainage.

Further responsibilities will include:

• Liaison with both internal and external bodies, including planning authorities, statutory undertakers, and national bodies such as the Environment Agency;
• Flood Risk Assessment production and reviewing experience.
• Attending client meetings and liaising with clients and other stakeholders;
• Sustainable Drainage Strategies;
• Section 106/104 (Water Industry Act) Agreements;
• Section 278 / 38 Highway Designs;
• Highway designs to DMRB and Local Authority guidelines;
• Residential Estate Roads, Commercial/Industrial Access.

With a wide range of projects to work on with clients across several economic sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, leisure, retail, and more, there will be plenty of opportunity to build a very exciting portfolio to help in advancing your career.

Requirements:

• Proficiency using industry-standard design packages, which may include AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Site3D, KeyTERRA-FIRMA, Causeway Flow or Infodrainage/MicroDrainage
• A practical knowledge of relevant drainage design standards, guidelines and processes
• Can multitask and manage a portfolio of projects across various scales
• Can communicate effectively and professionally with the design team, clients, and contractors
• Good written skills
• Understand the multi-disciplinary nature of projects from the planning stage through to completion

We look forward to receiving your application with your CV. Alternatively, please call Will Herman on (phone number removed) for an informal discussion.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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