53 senior civil design engineer jobs found

Senior / Principal Civil Design Engineer - Water Wakefield (Hybrid) - Outside IR35 A well-established Civil Engineering and Utilities business with a strong and growing pipeline of work in the water sector is looking to bring in an experienced Senior or Principal Civil Design Engineer to support its integrated design team in Wakefield. Operating across Yorkshire and the wider UK, the business delivers a mix of infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes, combining in-house design with Design & Build delivery. This is a contract opportunity that would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on and properly involved in projects, rather than sitting at a distance. You'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of water and wastewater schemes from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction and commissioning, working alongside a collaborative and down-to-earth team. Day to day, you'll be coordinating civil and drainage design activities, preparing and...

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Senior / Principal Design Engineer on behalf of a civil engineering main contractor. This reputable Water / Utilities contractor are growing and in need of a Senior Engineer to supplement their growing in-house 10 person design team. The work is covering the Yorkshire Water framework on projects including: Storm Tanks, Combined Sewer Overflows, Water Treatment Works etc. (both infra & none-infra projects). This role is based out of an office in Wakefield with hybrid working on offer. Duties: * Managing detailed design on projects - waste water and clean water * Coordination of internal & external activities to client spec & standards * Prepare and develop design solutions at all stages of projects * Promote & develop technical capability of team members * Liaison with senior management, client and stakeholders * Managing resolution of technical issues on site, providing team guidance...

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...

Our client is looking for a Senior Civil Design Engineer to work on a long term contract in the water industry. Previous experience working in a similar role in the water industry is essential. You will develop/complete civil design scopes of work relevant to all stages of the project lifecycle and also complete design activities required on specified Combined Sewer Outfalls ensuring they are fully compliant with company policies, procedures and legal requirements, particularly safety and ensuring safe systems of work. Hybrid arrangement attending the office in Warrington for 2/3 days per week. If this position is of any interest please apply and I will be able to provide further details

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,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Waste Water Location: Salford Duration: 12-Month Contract Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35)  Tier 1 water client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of key projects within the United Utilities Water framework. This role offers the opportunity to work on essential water infrastructure schemes, contributing technical expertise across design and delivery phases in a collaborative project environment. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring mechanical solutions are developed efficiently, safely, and in line with industry standards, while supporting the wider engineering team and project objectives.   Key Responsibilities ·Take ownership of mechanical design delivery across multiple water sector projects ·Guide and mentor engineers, ensuring consistent technical quality and output ·Develop scopes of work, technical specifications, and support procurement activities ·Contribute to planning and programme...

Senior CAD Technician - Civil / Water InfrastructureWakefieldPermanent (Up to £50,000) OR Contract up to £50ph We're supporting a growing civil engineering contractor delivering essential water and utility infrastructure projects across the North of England. As part of a wider infrastructure group, they are expanding our engineering capability and are now looking for a CAD Engineer to join a design team. This is an opportunity to work across clean water, drainage and wastewater projects, supporting engineers from concept through to detailed design on UK water frameworks. What you'll be doing Producing high‑quality civil & drainage drawings using 2D AutoCAD Supporting design delivery across water and infrastructure projects Coordinating surveys, investigations and design inputs Working within CDE platforms (Asite, ACC, BIM360) Applying fundamental hydraulic design principles Supporting design assurance, quality control and project close‑out Working in line with CDM, H&S...

We have excellent opportunities for Senior level Civil / Structural Engineers with our Client based in Glasgow. This role is mostly remote, with occasional trips to the Glasgow office (circa once every couple of months) These roles are inside IR35, and hourly rates will depend on levels of experience. Candidates will require SC Level Security Clearance, but if successful, could start work with the basic BPSS clearance initially. You will be a UK National, with British Passport, and not have worked outside the UK (for periods of over 30 days) during the past 5 years ABOUT THE ROLE The successful Candidates will be joining an already strong UK Team who specialise in solving the most complex and technically demanding structural engineering problems. Each project is unique, but typically involves consideration of dynamic load effects due to extreme hazards, including seismic, blast and impact. Working as a team, starting from first principles, researching...

We are seeking an experienced PTS Engineer on a freelance contract basis (Outside IR35) to provide technical engineering and surveying services on major rail and civil infrastructure projects. This role is delivery‑focused and autonomous, suited to an established contractor who can take responsibility for day‑to‑day engineering control on site, provide specialist technical input, and work independently to programme and client requirements. Worksite could be based at various locations around the UK so the right candidate will need to be flexible with work location. Scope of Services The successful contractor will be engaged to deliver engineering and surveying services including, but not limited to: Engineering & Technical Delivery Setting out and verification of works High‑accuracy surveying for piling, RC works, drainage, structures, and earthworks Interpretation of design information, specifications, and bar schedules Engineering support for piling installations (CHS,...

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,...

About the Company   Our client is a fast-growing infrastructure organisation delivering essential projects across the UK. Operating within the utility and social infrastructure sectors, they provide innovative, reliable solutions that support critical services and communities. Their success is built on a collaborative team of skilled professionals who tackle complex engineering challenges with practical, forward-thinking solutions. This opportunity sits within their Drainage Design Team, part of the Utility Infrastructure division, delivering the design, construction, and maintenance of key water and wastewater assets for major UK water companies.   The Role   We are looking for a Senior or Principal Civil Design Engineer with a strong background in utility engineering and the UK drainage sector. You will play a key role in leading the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction,...

Senior/Principal Civil Design Engineer  About the Role This role sits within a Water Design Team as part of a Utility Infrastructure Division. The team specialises in the design, construction, and maintenance of critical water infrastructure and treatment facilities, working with major UK water companies to support reliable and sustainable water services. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior or Principal Civil Design Engineer with a strong background in Utility Engineering and proven experience within the water industry. In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. You will support schemes from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, practical design solutions that meet client and project requirements. Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire...

Bennett & Game are proud to be supporting a well-established regional civil engineering and utilities contractor with Design & Build capability. Operating across Yorkshire and Humberside, our client delivers high quality infrastructure and water sector projects for private developers, local authorities, water companies, an major blue-chip clients. Due to ongoing growth within their Yorkshire Water Framework, they are seeking a Principal / Senior Civil Engineer to join their integrated engineering team. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate civil and drainage design activities in line with client specifications and industry standards Manage the development of design solutions across all project stages, including feasibility, concept, and detailed design Oversee the delivery of design schemes and provide direction to design and engineering teams Review and check design outputs, including drawings, calculations, and reports, ensuring accuracy and quality Attend and lead...

Role: Principal Civil Engineer Location: Derby Rate: Up To £70 p/h - Inside IR35 (Depending on experience) Duration: 12 months+ Sector: Water/Wastewater Treatment (Non-Infrastructure)   Are you a Chartered Engineer/Principal level Engineer looking for a new challenge to assist with wastewater treatment schemes nationwide?   Carrington West are working with a leading D&B Contractor who are delivering major design schemes within the water & wastewater sector from offices in Derby. We are looking for a Principal Civil Engineer from the Water/wastewater background who has experience in detailed design and is able to assist the consultancy with design review and submission.   At present, the business has an opportunity between the Senior Engineers and Director level where you can add tremendous value assisting in the key design reviews for Water/Wastewater Treatment Projects on behalf of Severn Trent Water, you may also be needed to assist with concept and detailed...

Role: Principal Civil Engineer Location: Manchester Rate: Up To £70 p/h - Inside IR35 (Depending on experience) Duration: 12 months+ Sector: Water/Wastewater Treatment (Non-Infrastructure)   Are you a Chartered Engineer/Principal level Engineer looking for a new challenge to assist with wastewater treatment schemes nationwide?   Carrington West are working with a leading D&B Contractor who are delivering major design schemes within the water & wastewater sector from offices in Manchester. We are looking for a Principal Civil Engineer from the Water/wastewater background who has experience in detailed design and is able to assist the consultancy with design review and submission.   At present, the business has an opportunity between the Senior Engineers and Director level where you can add tremendous value assisting in the key design reviews for Water/Wastewater Treatment Projects on behalf of utility companies nationwide, you may also be needed to assist with...

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: EC&I Senior Project Engineer Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 12 Month Pay rate: Depends on experience Location: Malton Hybrid/Remote Working: Onsite Hours of work: 37 hours Role information: A senior-level engineer responsible for delivering safe, compliant, and effective engineering solutions for complex industrial projects. The role involves leading the engineering aspects of projects from concept through to commissioning and handover, ensuring all work meets technical standards, safety regulations, and stakeholder requirements. * Define project requirements and develop engineering solutions * Produce and approve technical specifications and design * Manage and oversee detailed design and contractor work * Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards * Support project planning, execution, and risk management * Supervise construction, commissioning, and final handover * Maintain configuration 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...

A leading regional civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver a portfolio of Capital Works projects in South Wales. The business is appointed to a stable, recurring 5-year AMP framework and is at the start of the AMP8 cycle, offering a rare opportunity to secure a long-term contract on technically interesting and high-value infrastructure schemes. Due to workload across multiple programmes, multiple Project Manager roles are available, providing excellent continuity of work within a growing contractor environment. This is a freelance position with an immediate start, with the option to transition into a permanent role after 3–6 months if desired. Project Scope You will manage a diverse portfolio of major water and infrastructure capital works, including: * Sewage treatment works upgrades and refurbishments * Large reinforced concrete structures and process assets * Shaft sinking and deep excavations * Reservoirs, dams, and...

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...