
Senior Civil Design Engineer
- England
- £45.00-50.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary / Rate: £45-£50 /hour Outside IR35
Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid working)Our client is a reputable Design & Build Contractor looking for an experienced Civil Engineer to support the Detailed Design phase of multiple projects on major UK water frameworks.About the Role:
- Provide civil design deliverables that meet safety, quality, and technical requirements
- Produce civil design calculations, drawings, and specifications for the UK water industry
- Direct and support CAD technicians and junior civil designers
- Prepare scopes of work and review output from subcontract M&E and civil design teams
- Liaise with suppliers and other disciplines, prepare civil engineering specifications, and review technical submissions
- Undertake site investigations and assessments to inform design development
- Ensure civil design work complies with relevant technical standards and industry codes (e.g., Eurocodes, CIRIA, CDM Regulations)
- Manage and document any design changes throughout the project lifecycle
- Estimate design hours and resource requirements for civil packages
- Attend and contribute to project meetings and design reviews as needed
- Degree, HND or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years’ civil design experience in the UK water sector
- Proficient with civil engineering design software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, Revit)
- Experience with clean water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects
- Strong technical knowledge in earthworks, pipework layouts, concrete structures, foundations, and temporary works
- Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g., with ICE)
- Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
- Results-driven with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous professional development