22 senior civil engineer jobs found in London

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Water Rate: £35 to £45 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Thames Valley Type: Contract | Outside IR35 | Hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with strong UK water sector experience to support the delivery of complex infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. This is a contract opportunity operating outside IR35, offering long-term project stability and hybrid working. You will provide hands-on technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, supporting design, coordination, and delivery on critical water industry schemes. About Our Client: Our client is a well-established UK engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the water sector. They are recognised for delivering technically robust, sustainable solutions and for working collaboratively with contractors, clients, and stakeholders across major programmes. Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery Support and deliver water sector...

London | Hybrid | Inside Ir35 Duration: 6 months Advance TRS are currently partnering with a reputable engineering consultancy and are in the search for a Chartered Senior Structural Engineer to join their building design team, working on a range of high profile projects. The client are a market leader and a specialist within multidisciplinary design, delivering complex building solutions across sectors such as aviation, defence, public sector work and power This role will involve leading structural design from concept through to delivery, while also taking on project responsibility and engaging with wider design teams. This is a contract position who would suit someone who is Chartered and can hit the ground running and take ownership of their projects. Requirements: Chartered Engineer (CEng, MICE or MIStructE) Experience across aviation, defence, public sector, or power projects Strong understanding of current civil and structural design codes and standards Confident in...

Job Title: Civil Project Engineer (Tier 1 Infrastructure) - UK Visa Holders Location: London, United Kingdom Job Type: Contract (6-24 months) Day Rate: £350 - £550 per day (dependent on experience) Summary An exceptional opportunity for experienced Civil Engineers with existing or pending UK work visas (including Tier 5 Youth Mobility or Ancestry visas). Especially suitable for engineers from New Zealand or Australia. Relocate to London and immediately contribute to some of the world's most significant Tier 1 Major infrastructure projects. We connect talented engineers with leading main contractors on long-term contracts, offering excellent day rates and a seamless transition into the UK construction industry. About the Roles We are seeking multiple Site Engineers, Project Engineers, and Senior Engineers to work on major civil engineering schemes across London, from large-scale transportation Highways, Energy and Water and rail projects to complex utilities and urban...

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to join a major marine civils project. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile works including marine structures, piling, and coastal infrastructure. Senior Engineer Key responsibilities: * Managing site engineering activities * Overseeing setting out, QA, and technical compliance * Supporting project delivery on marine/coastal works * Liaising with site teams and subcontractors Senior Engineer Requirements: * Proven experience as a Senior/Section Engineer in civil engineering * Strong background in marine, coastal, or heavy civils (piling, cofferdams, flood defences) * CSCS (essential), SMSTS preferred How to Apply: To apply, click the apply button and submit your CV

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Water Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 40 hours per week The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key technical leadership role within a growing design team, delivering mechanical engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater treatment projects. You will take ownership of the full mechanical design lifecycle - from concept development through to project completion - ensuring all solutions meet regulatory, safety, environmental, and client requirements. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will support the delivery of fully integrated designs, carry out technical reviews and risk assessments, and provide specialist input during procurement, installation, and commissioning. In addition, you will act as a mentor to junior engineers, helping to build technical capability while promoting innovation, quality,...

Senior Site Engineer | Industrial & Logistics New Build UK Project-Based £350 – £375 per day 43-week contract £18m | 4-unit industrial development We’re working with a leading Main Contractor delivering a flagship Industrial & Logistics scheme and are looking for a Senior Site Engineer to take a key role on-site, supporting delivery from groundworks through to completion. This is a high-profile multi-unit new build, involving steel frame units, full external works, infrastructure, and Section 278 highway works, ideal for someone who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. What you’ll be doing: Setting out and engineering support across 4 industrial units Managing QA, as-builts, and technical assurance Supporting coordination of subcontractors and site delivery Overseeing Section 278 works and external infrastructure setting out Ensuring accuracy across civils, drainage, roads, and structural works Working closely with the Site Manager and Project Team to drive...

We're currently supporting a well-established engineering consultancy that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Civil Technician to join their growing civil infrastructure team. This is a senior technical role with real responsibility, offering the chance to lead civil design delivery across a range of complex projects while mentoring junior staff and working closely with engineers and project managers. The Role As a Senior Civil Technician, you'll take a lead role in the production and coordination of detailed civil engineering designs, primarily using Autodesk Civil 3D. Projects typically include site development, roads, drainage, stormwater management, and water & sewer utilities, including pressurised systems for mission-critical facilities. Key Responsibilities Lead and produce high-quality civil designs and drawings in Civil 3D Develop 3D models, grading designs, and earthworks calculations Coordinate closely with engineers to deliver plans, profiles, and...

Sub Agent - Lower Thames Crossing (Pre-Construction) Location: Lower Thames Crossing Rate: £500-£530 per day (Inside IR35 - PAYE Umbrella) Contract: 3 months Start: ASAP We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to support pre-construction activities on the prestigious Lower Thames Crossing project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a major UK infrastructure scheme at an early stage. Key Responsibilities Support planning, coordination, and delivery of pre-construction and early works packages Maintain high standards of health, safety, and wellbeing in line with project procedures Produce and review Works Package Plans, ITPs, and subcontractor documentation Assist in programme management, progress tracking, and short-term planning activities Liaise with subcontractors, designers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery Support quality assurance, environmental compliance, and carbon reduction initiatives Contribute to procurement...

Graduate / Junior Engineer – Power Civils Onsite | London (Islington → West Ham) £200 per day Start: Late April / Early May A power civils contractor is looking for a Graduate or Junior Engineer to join a live London project on a full-time onsite basis. This role will suit someone early in their career, acting as a PA / support to the Project Manager, with strong organisational skills and confidence on site. Key Responsibilities: Day-to-day support to the Project Manager Heavy use of Excel (tracking, reporting, spreadsheets) Managing site records and documentation Assisting with coordination, planning and general site admin Requirements: Graduate or Junior Engineer background Strong Excel skills – essential Happy working onsite across Islington to West Ham Organised, proactive, and eager to learn The Offer: £200 per day Power & civil engineering works Excellent exposure on a live London project Long-term opportunity with progression Apply now or message for...

Senior Civil Technician (CAD) Location: London (Hybrid) Duration: 6 month contract Start: May 2026 IR35: Outside IR35 An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Civil Technician to join a well-established engineering consultancy delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe. This role sits within a specialist division focused on mission critical facilities, including large-scale data centre developments and associated infrastructure. The organisation is a globally recognised engineering business with a strong reputation in delivering high value, technically complex projects. In the UK, they have built a solid presence across major infrastructure programmes and are continuing to expand their footprint within the data centre and mission critical sector, supporting clients on some of the most demanding and fast-paced developments in the market. The role will be based from the London office with a hybrid working arrangement and will form part of a...

A Senior Civil Technician will lead various phases of planning, proposal preparation, site evaluations, analytical 3d model designs and preparation of construction documentation as part of a project team. Be responsible for producing high-quality civil engineering designs and drawings, primarily using Autodesk Civil 3D software. This position will lead various projects and collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and other team members to deliver accurate, efficient, and timely design solutions. • Lead, assist and prepare detailed civil engineering drawings and design using Autodesk Civil 3D with various civil project designs including site design, land development, roads, storm drainage systems, storm water management facilities, water and sanitary sewer utility design, pressurised mains for mission critical facilities. • Lead drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and...

Senior Civils 3D CAD Technician Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday - Hybrid working possible (2 days from home) Randstad are looking for a highly skilled Senior Civils 3D CAD Technician to join a dynamic highways design team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for developing scheme drawings from 2D to 3D for construction. Previous experience working on Transport for London (TfL) projects highly desirable You will be providing technical advice and coordinating project delivery across feasibility studies, preliminary design, and detailed design phases. Key Responsibilities Design Production: Produce Civils 3D CAD designs based on 2D drawings, including contour plans, cut & fill plans, setting out information, and cross-sections. Specialized Tooling: Prepare sign designs using KeySigns and manage post and foundation designs using Sign Load Professional and Key Post. Technical Support: Assist in the preparation of technical designs in accordance...

Infrastructure Protection – Works Inspector Business Area: Infrastructure Protection Project: Third Party / External Development Works (TfL Infrastructure Interface) Pay Rate £400 per day (inside IR35) – Umbrella About the Role We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Protection – Works Inspector to join a busy operational team managing third-party and external development works adjacent to or above TfL infrastructure. You will be responsible for ensuring that construction activities do not compromise the safety, integrity, or operation of the rail network. This includes surveillance checks of safe systems of work, monitoring high-risk construction activities, and undertaking statutory network patrols under ROGS requirements. This is a highly site-based role with significant exposure to active construction environments and operational railway interfaces. Location Site-based role (London Underground / TfL operational infrastructure) You will be required to attend...

Site Manager – Civil or Mechanical Location: South London Sector: Wastewater Treatment Type: Permanent Alexander Associates are working with a highly regarded specialist design & build contractor delivering complex projects across the wastewater treatment sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager with either a civil or mechanical background. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business known for technical excellence, strong project delivery, and a collaborative culture. The Role: You will take full responsibility for managing site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with project teams, subcontractors, and clients, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of wastewater treatment schemes. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day site activities across civil or mechanical packages Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and...

My client is a leading Main-contractor in the Steel frame and Groundworks sector. We are currently recruiting a Site Engineer to complete a 12 month contract. You will be required to manage the engineering, including the setting out of the ground works/steel frame package on an industrial unit. Site Engineer Responsibilities: • Reporting and working with the Project Manager and foreman. • Site set up and compliance with health and safety • Completing all setting out associated to the ground works and steel Frame aspects. • Raising technical queries on design issues. Site Engineer Requirements: • CSCS card. • SMSTS or SSSTS – Desirable, not essential. • Previous experience setting out ground works and drainage. • Degree in Civil Engineering or Time Served. The Next Steps: To apply for the role as a Site Engineer, click on the apply now button below and submit your CV for further information

️ 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...

Site Agent – Civils & Earthworks  Location: North London  We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to join a leading civil engineering contractor on a major earthworks project, with a strong focus on cut and fill operations. This is a key role responsible for managing on-site activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily site operations on civils and bulk earthworks packages Manage cut and fill activities, excavation, and grading works Coordinate subcontractors, plant, and labour on site Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards Monitor progress against programme and report to senior management Maintain quality control and ensure works meet project specifications Liaise with engineers, planners, and stakeholders Requirements Proven experience as a Site Agent / Sub Agent in civil engineering Strong background in earthworks and cut & fill projects Experience on...

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...

Water Project Manager Ganymede  Guildford, England, United Kingdom (On-site) Project Manager – Water (Non-Infrastructure) – Contract Guildford Area | Up to £475 per day Are you a results-driven Project Manager with a passion for the water sector? Do you thrive in leading high-profile projects and delivering excellence? If so, this exclusive contract opportunity with a leading UK contractor is not to be missed. The Role: A prestigious UK contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to spearhead a major non-infrastructure water project based around Guildford. This long contract offers stability, exciting challenges, and the opportunity to work on a flagship project in the UK water sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all aspects of a complex non-infrastructure water project, ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget. Oversee project planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. Ensure compliance with industry...

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...