15 senior civil engineer jobs found

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to support a portfolio of National Grid infrastructure projects. The role involves leading the civil and structural design elements for substation, overhead line, and other transmission‑related assets, ensuring compliance with National Grid's technical specifications and governance processes. This is an Outside IR35 contract position, offering hybrid working with on‑site collaboration. Key Responsibilities Lead and produce civil and structural designs for National Grid transmission projects (substations, foundations, compounds, cable routes, OHL works, access roads, drainage, etc.). Ensure all designs comply with National Grid TP / TS standards and relevant industry codes (BS EN, Eurocodes). Prepare design calculations, sketches, reports, specifications, and technical documentation. Manage design risk assessments and contribute to CDM compliance. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, geotechnical,...

A well-established, design-led civil engineering consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Contract Senior Civil Engineer on a long-term, Outside IR35 basis. This is a fully remote role with a strong pipeline of secured work across commercial, industrial and data centre developments. The Role You’ll take ownership of infrastructure packages from concept through detailed design, with a particular focus on: Detailed levels strategy Surface & foul drainage design Drainage slope design and optimisation External works coordination Technical delivery for planning and construction stages Projects include large commercial schemes, industrial developments and major data centre infrastructure. Software MicroDrainage (essential) What We’re Looking For Proven UK development infrastructure experience Strong background in commercial / industrial schemes Confident working autonomously in a remote environment Able to deliver technically sound, buildable drainage and...

Senior Civil Design Engineer - Water Location: Old Trafford Manchester Work Type: Outside IR35 Contract Our client, a leading Design House, are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will develop high-quality, safe, and efficient engineering designs across a range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects within the regulated water sector, covering both clean water and wastewater systems. You will also support project delivery, mentor junior team members, and ensure all work complies with relevant safety, quality, and industry standards. Key Responsibilities Provide design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements. Identify efficient design solutions from scopes and site visits and communicate these to client and project team Direct and develop CAD technicians and more junior designers and graduates. Prepare design risk assessments, reports and specifications. Design in compliance with relevant...

Senior Civil Design Engineer - Water Location: Old Trafford Manchester Work Type: Outside IR35 Contract Our client, a leading Design House, are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will develop high-quality, safe, and efficient engineering designs across a range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects within the regulated water sector, covering both clean water and wastewater systems. You will also support project delivery, mentor junior team members, and ensure all work complies with relevant safety, quality, and industry standards. Key Responsibilities Provide design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements. Identify efficient design solutions from scopes and site visits and communicate these to client and project team Direct and develop CAD technicians and more junior designers and graduates. Prepare design risk assessments, reports and specifications. Design in compliance with relevant...

Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Drainage & Design (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid: 3-4 days in office, flexible) Contract Length: 6 months Hours: 37.5 hours per week IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: £40-£45 per hour The Opportunity: A growing, dynamic infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a central role in delivering drainage and infrastructure projects within a close-knit team. You'll have the chance to lead the design and coordination of various drainage, flood risk, and roadworks projects, while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of working in a smaller consultancy environment. This role is perfect for an experienced engineer who enjoys both hands-on technical work and collaboration in a supportive, team-driven setting. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the design of drainage, flood risk, and infrastructure projects from start to finish...

Senior EC&I Engineer | North West (Hybrid Working) | up to £58ph | 4 day working week | Outside IR35 The Opportunity Are you at the point where you want more influence over engineering decisions, not just another delivery or design‑only contract? This is a senior EC&I contract working on complex, safety‑critical programmes within highly regulated environments such as defence and nuclear. The role operates at consultant level, giving real influence over technical decisions rather than being limited to a pure design function. You’d have ownership across the full lifecycle — providing technical leadership, assurance, integration support and problem‑solving through delivery — on an Outside IR35 basis with hybrid working and long‑term programme stability. It’s an opportunity to shape standards and outcomes, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, rather than just executing instructions. What we’re looking for: Strong background in EC&I, control...

ADDISON PROJECT PLC – Senior Project Engineer, Thornton-Cleveleys For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place for you. Role: Senior Project Engineer (Contract outside IR35) Location: Thornton-Cleveleys Contract: 12 months Start Date: Spring 2026 WORKSCOPE Addison...

Civil Design Engineer | Water AMP 8 Contract: Long‑term, Outside IR35 Location: Chatham, Kent (Flexible Hybrid) Our client in water is seeking an experienced Civil Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of infrastructure and non‑infrastructure projects across a broad programme of work. This long‑term contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in developing, reviewing, and coordinating civil engineering designs within a fast‑paced, essential services environment. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required at the Chatham office. Key Responsibilities Produce, review, and develop civil engineering designs for water and wastewater infrastructure Prepare design calculations, technical drawings, and specifications in line with industry and regulatory standards Support feasibility assessments, optioneering, and early‑stage technical input Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including process, mechanical, electrical, and delivery...

️ Lead MEICA Commissioning Engineer | Clean Water Projects | Affinity Water Region Outside IR35 | Long-Term AMP8 Programme Leadership Role | Commissioning Strategy | Team Management Some commissioning roles are about witnessing tests and signing paperwork. This one is about leading people, driving standards, and bringing structure to projects before problems ever reach site. A leading Tier 1 contractor delivering clean water projects across the Affinity Water region is looking for a Lead MEICA Commissioning Engineer to oversee commissioning delivery across a portfolio of schemes typically ranging from £5m–£10m. While the individual projects may not be mega-projects, they need someone who has operated at that level before. Someone who understands what “good” looks like on major infrastructure programmes and can bring that level of leadership, planning, coordination, and control into a growing AMP8 delivery environment. This is a role for a true commissioning leader — somebody...

️ MEICA Lead x 2 – Major AMP8 Scheme | Oxfordshire | Winsor Corridor Outside IR35 | £475–£550 per day | Long-Term Project Tier 1 Contractor | Major Water Infrastructure Scheme Some freelance roles are there to fill a gap. This one is there because the project genuinely needs someone strong enough to lead it. A leading Tier 1 contractor has secured a major AMP8 water scheme in the Oxfordshire region and is looking for a MEICA Lead to take ownership of delivery across a complex live project environment. They’re looking for someone who can do more than sit in progress meetings and update spreadsheets. They need somebody who understands how MEICA packages actually come together on site and someone comfortable managing technical issues, driving subcontractors, coordinating commissioning activities, and keeping momentum when programmes tighten up. You’ll be heavily involved from delivery through to completion, working alongside senior operational teams on one of the region’s key AMP8...

Are you looking for a senior leadership role where you can influence standards, drive design quality, and shape the future capability of a growing water engineering function? Have you led multi-disciplinary teams delivering regulated water industry designs, taking accountability for technical quality, compliance, and on time delivery? Are you a Chartered Engineer (or close to chartership) with extensive experience approving and managing complex water design packages? The Opportunity This role is available on a contract basis (outside IR35) and they are also recruiting for this position on a permanent basis, offering a salary of £75,000–£90,000 per year plus benefits, depending on experience and working arrangements. This opportunity has arisen due to continued growth and expansion within a well established engineering design consultancy delivering critical projects across the regulated water sector. With a strong and growing workload, the team is strengthening its...

NW32888 Site Design Coordinator £300 - £400 p/d (Outside IR35) Walsall or Teeside Alecto Recruitment is proudly partnering with a global leader in the Waste to Energy sector. Together, we are looking to recruit a Site Design Coordinator to support the civil works across major infrastructure projects. Role and Responsibilities: Take charge of coordinating all civil works design deliverables, working hand-in-hand with our Lead Engineer to keep everything aligned and moving. Make sure every element of the civil works meets contract, programme, budget, HSE, and quality targets-no exceptions. Control design interfaces between external consultants and our internal engineering teams, setting clear release schedules and tracking progress so nothing slips. Review and challenge design submissions to ensure constructability, flag risks early, and put forward smart, practical technical solutions. Represent the civil design function confidently in meetings, keeping communication sharp...

NW32888 Site Design Coordinator £300 - £400 p/d (Outside IR35) Walsall or Teeside Alecto Recruitment is proudly partnering with a global leader in the Waste to Energy sector. Together, we are looking to recruit a Site Design Coordinator to support the civil works across major infrastructure projects. Role and Responsibilities: Take charge of coordinating all civil works design deliverables, working hand-in-hand with our Lead Engineer to keep everything aligned and moving. Make sure every element of the civil works meets contract, programme, budget, HSE, and quality targets-no exceptions. Control design interfaces between external consultants and our internal engineering teams, setting clear release schedules and tracking progress so nothing slips. Review and challenge design submissions to ensure constructability, flag risks early, and put forward smart, practical technical solutions. Represent the civil design function confidently in meetings, keeping communication sharp...

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Contract) Location: Peterborough Industry: Construction Materials Manufacturing Rate: £33.00 – £34.00 p/h (Outside IR35) Shift: 4 on 4 off – Days (6:00am – 6:00pm) We’re looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a high-volume manufacturing site within the construction materials sector. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining and improving a wide range of automated plant machinery, including robotics and heavy production equipment. You’ll be working as part of an established maintenance team, supporting production through a mix of planned and reactive maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out mechanical maintenance on automated plant and machinery Support breakdowns and minimise downtime across production Work on robotics, conveyors, presses, and mixing equipment Complete PPM activities and support continuous improvement Maintain safe and efficient operation of all equipment Requirements: Strong mechanical maintenance...

Civil & Structural Design Engineer, Harlow, Contract For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place to grow your career. Role: Civil & Structural Design Engineer Location: Harlow Start Date: Spring 2026 Status: 6 months, Outside IR35 Workscope Addison Project Plc are...