Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks a Senior Engineer specializing in infrastructure design to manage development projects and enhance their career. The role offers support in project delivery, team leadership, and engagement with clients, within a flexible working environment providing excellent benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid / Flexible working

Cycle to work

ICE Chartership support

Enhanced pension scheme

Clear progression path

Medical insurance / Life Assurance

Income protection

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong background in highway/roads design and flood risk assessment.
• Proficiency in relevant design software like InfoDrainage and Civils 3D.

Responsibilities

• Support in the delivery of concept studies and planning applications.
• Manage multiple projects and client accounts simultaneously.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Highway/Roads design

Drainage

Flood risk assessment

Utility planning

Communication skills

Sustainability knowledge

Technical standards awareness

Client liaison

Education

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

InfoDrainage

Civils 3D

PDS

Job description

Are you a Senior Engineer who specialises in infrastructure design? Are you looking for a new role? This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to develop and progress their career.

The Development Team is a well-established, high-performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit, focused on project delivery throughout the entire project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support, and design, through to scheme implementation.

What’s on offer:

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Cycle to work
• ICE Chartership support
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Clear progression path with regular performance reviews
• Salary reviews each year DOE
• Medical insurance / Life Assurance
• Income protection

The role:

• Providing support in the delivery of concept studies/strategies with hands-on design, leading to planning applications, technical approval submissions, and construction drawing issuance.
• Contributing to various development projects across sectors and clients.
• Managing multiple projects and client accounts simultaneously.
• Supporting and guiding a team of technical staff of various grades.
• Engaging in client relations, stakeholder management, and liaising with design teams and professionals.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical standards and legal requirements.

What you need to succeed:

• A Civil Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in highway/roads design, drainage, flood risk assessment, utility planning, and knowledge of the UK development industry.
• Understanding of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics, and construction design stages.
• Ability to produce masterplans, site appraisals, reports, calculations, and drawings.
• Knowledge of relevant design codes and standards.
• Strong communication skills and awareness of sustainability and climate change guidance.
• Proficiency with relevant software such as InfoDrainage, Civils 3D, or PDS.
• Experience liaising with clients, authorities, and professionals to obtain approvals and agreements.
• Knowledge of legal processes, planning, design, and contractual procedures related to infrastructure projects.