28 senior civil engineer jobs found in London

Drainage Design Engineer (Contract) 📍 London Consultancy | Fully Remote Available 💰 £40 - £47 per hour 🏠 Outside IR35 ⏱️ 20-30 Hours Per Week 📅 2-Year Contract An established engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Drainage Design Engineer to support the delivery of residential, commercial and hotel developments across the UK. The Role Surface water and foul water drainage design Drainage calculations and technical reports SuDS design and drainage strategies Use of Causeway Flow Planning and detailed design stages Requirements Strong drainage design experience Proficient with Causeway Flow Experience on residential, commercial or hotel projects Able to work independently ✅ Outside IR35 ✅ Fully Remote Working Available ✅ Long-Term Contract ✅ Immediate Start Available Interested? Get in touch for further details

Drainage & Utilities | International Projects Contract Length: 12 months (long-term) Engagement: Contract Location: UK-based / Hybrid (working closely with Middle East client teams) An established international engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer on a 12-month contract to support a major Middle East client delivering high-profile, technically complex developments. The role will focus on the design and coordination of drainage and utilities for large-scale projects, including sports stadia, tall towers, and mixed-use developments. Key Responsibilities Deliver drainage and utilities design for complex international developments Work across concept, detailed design, and client coordination stages Prepare and review drainage strategies, calculations, and technical drawings Use Civil 3D and drainage software such as InfoDrainage and/or HydroCAD Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and overseas stakeholders Ensure designs align with...

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 Engineer – Contract Infrastructure & Drainage | Residential & Mixed-Use An established engineering design consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer (Contract) to support a strong and ongoing pipeline of residential and mixed-use development projects across the UK. This is a hands-on design role, suited to an experienced civil engineer who can take schemes from feasibility through to detailed design and technical approvals. The Role Lead delivery of civil infrastructure and drainage design for residential and mixed-use developments Produce and review detailed designs for highways, drainage, levels and earthworks Prepare drawings, calculations and supporting information for S38, S104 and S278 approvals Coordinate with local authorities, statutory undertakers and internal project teams Provide technical input and guidance across multiple live schemes Manage workload independently while supporting wider project delivery About You We would be...

Senior Civil Design Engineer £38 to £55 per hr Outside IR35 Reading Hybrid working available Our client is an award winning multi disciplinary design consultancy who are based near Reading. The are looking to recruit a Civil Design Engineer who has experience of Drainage Design on a wide range of residential and commercial type projects. The right candidate will undertake tasks designing infrastructure for commercial, retail, residential and industrial sectors. Civil Engineer Job Overview • Design of infrastructure for commercial, retail, residential and industrial sectors including SUDS drainage systems, roads to adoptable & DMRB standards. • Liaison with statutory bodies such as Southern & Thames Water, Roads Department, local drainage authorities. • Attend design meetings, site meetings and carryout site inspections. • Liaise and communicate clearly in a professional manner to colleagues, clients, contractors and other designers and to offer advice and...

Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer - Contract Role An internationally recognised engineering consultancy is expanding its UK Infrastructure team and is looking to bring on a Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer. Known for delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality engineering solutions, this consultancy works across major construction, infrastructure, and development projects. With a strong culture of collaboration and a track record of exceeding client expectations, this is an opportunity to contribute to impactful schemes from day one. The Opportunity You’ll join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary Infrastructure team working across the full project lifecycle—from early-stage concept and masterplanning through to detailed design and construction support. Depending on your level of experience, you’ll be involved in or lead elements of civil infrastructure design, including: * Earthworks modelling and site development layouts * Highway, access, and general civil...

Job Title: Senior / Principal Civil Engineer Salary: Dependent on experience Location: St Albans (Hybrid - minimum 3 days office-based) Type: Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35 available) - Hybrid About the Role: Our client is seeking experienced Senior and Principal Civil Engineers to join a multidisciplinary design team delivering projects across the regulated water sector. These opportunities are suited to engineers with strong design experience within water and wastewater who enjoy solving complex engineering problems, developing practical solutions and contributing to the successful delivery of projects. Depending on experience, you will take ownership of technical delivery, support multidisciplinary design teams and contribute to maintaining high standards of engineering quality and compliance. Principal-level candidates will also provide technical leadership and mentoring support across the team. Working closely with senior management and project teams, you will...

Senior Civil Engineer - Drainage & Utilities (International Projects) 📍 London - Hybrid  💰 £45-£55 per hour An established international engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer to join its growing team, supporting major Middle East clients on a range of high-profile, technically complex developments. This role will focus on the design and coordination of drainage and utilities infrastructure for large-scale international projects including sports stadia, tall towers and major mixed-use developments. The Role • Deliver drainage and utilities design for complex international developments • Work across concept, detailed design and coordination stages • Prepare and review drainage strategies, calculations and technical drawings • Use Civil 3D and drainage software such as InfoDrainage and/or HydroCAD • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and international stakeholders • Ensure designs meet client standards, regional regulations and...

Senior Project Engineer Location: London Rate: £400 per day (Inside IR35) Duration: Long-term Contract Sector: Rail Infrastructure About the Role Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join a major rail infrastructure project in London. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a high-profile programme of works, delivering complex engineering solutions within a multidisciplinary project environment. Working for a leading Tier 1 delivery partner, you will play a key role in coordinating engineering activities, managing technical interfaces, and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of rail infrastructure works. Responsibilities Lead and coordinate engineering activities across defined work packages. Ensure works are delivered in compliance with design specifications, project requirements, and Network Rail standards. Manage technical queries, RFIs, temporary works, and engineering documentation. Coordinate with site teams,...

Are you an experienced Senior Engineer looking for a fast-paced, delivery focused role in London? A leading civil engineering contractor, recognised for delivering complex schemes across the infrastructure sector, is seeking a Senior Engineer to support the delivery of large-scale civil engineering projects. This position is primarily delivery orientated, with responsibility for coordinating and integrating temporary works and design outputs into buildable solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of civil engineering works in line with programme, quality and safety requirements. Coordinate with Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure temporary works and design intent are fully integrated into the construction methodology. Plan and coordinate the implementation of temporary works, ensuring permits, RAMS and assurance processes are in place before works begin. Provide technical support to the delivery team, resolving buildability challenges and...

We are urgently recruiting a Sub Agent to join a tier-one main contractor. In this role, you will take direct responsibility for managing sub-contractors and site engineering teams delivering complex groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) packages for a new structural link bridge. This initial assignment runs through to March 2027, with strong performance unlocking long-term, multi-year pipeline opportunities across the client's regional framework. The Role Reporting into the Project Manager, you will lead daily site execution, focusing on heavy civils, groundworks, and structural concrete packages. Your day-to-day will involve: Package Management: Taking end-to-end operational ownership of groundworks and RC packages, ensuring full technical compliance and safety standard enforcement. Temporary Works & Deep Foundations: Managing complex temporary works schemes, including cofferdam installations, working platform creation/maintenance, and deep foundations. Subcontractor...

Copilot said: Our client, a reputable organisation, is currently seeking a Principal Parking Engineer to join their highways team. This contract role involves overseeing parking design and management, contributing to the Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) rollout programme, and leading a dedicated team of professionals. Key Responsibilities: Leading and managing a team of approximately 4 staff members. Overseeing the development and implementation of parking schemes. Administering the rollout of the Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) programme. Delivering a range of minor parking schemes to improve traffic flow and parking accessibility. Ensuring compliance with relevant policies, standards, and regulations. Coordinating with stakeholders and the community to address parking-related issues. Preparing reports and providing updates to senior management. Hybrid working, with a mandatory presence in the Council on Mondays. Job Requirements: Extensive experience in parking design and...

Site Agent Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Outside IR35 Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects. This role will see you taking responsibility for the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of works across a range of schemes, including earthworks, reinforced concrete structures, pipelines, drainage, utilities, and associated infrastructure. Working closely with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders, you will oversee day-to-day site operations, programme delivery, health and safety, quality assurance, and resource management. You will play a key role in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing construction activities, driving programme performance, and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements. Previous experience working under NEC contracts and managing complex construction activities within...

Sub Agent - Water Infrastructure Surrey | Contract | Competitive Day Rate A major Tier 1 contractor is seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join a significant water infrastructure programme in Surrey. This is a technically demanding, long-term framework delivering upgrades across multiple treatment and pumping assets in a live operational environment, and represents an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to take on genuine responsibility within a well-established delivery team. The Role Reporting to the Agent or Project Manager, you will support the day-to-day delivery of works across the programme, coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and engineering functions to maintain programme, quality, safety, and commercial performance. You will be expected to take ownership of individual work packages and act as a key point of contact for engineers, foremen, and subcontractors on site. Key Responsibilities Assist in the management and coordination of daily site operations...

Job Title: Senior MEICA & Commissioning Engineer Location: Greater London / Thames Valley (Site & Hybrid Base) Duration: Long-term contract (12+ months) Industry: Water & Wastewater Treatment / Capital Delivery About the Role We are seeking a Senior MEICA & Commissioning Engineer to lead, plan, and deliver complex mechanical, electrical, and process engineering projects across the full lifecycle. Working on behalf of a leading Tier 1 infrastructure delivery partner, you will act as the technical and operational bridge between design, site construction, supply chain, and the ultimate water utility client. You will hold end-to-end accountability for MEICA and commissioning scopes ensuring safety, quality, budget, and programme targets are met while optimising value through standardisation and best practices. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery & Commissioning: Lead the MEICA and commissioning lifecycle from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) through design...

My client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join their team on a major Wastewater Treatment Project. Senior Engineer Responsibilities: * Lead and coordinate engineering activities on site to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery. * Support the Site Agent/Project Manager in delivering works in line with programme, budget, and quality requirements. * Manage and mentor Site Engineers and provide technical guidance to site teams. * Oversee setting out, quality assurance, and compliance with project specifications and drawings. * Prepare, review, and maintain engineering and project documentation. * Produce and manage RAMS, ITPs, Technical Queries (TQs), and other quality documentation. Senior Engineer Requirements: * Previous experience working as a Senior Engineer on water or wastewater treatment projects. * Strong knowledge of civil engineering, water infrastructure, and reinforced...

Carmichael UK are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer with structures experience to join a major HS2 project based in Buckinghamshire. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes, delivering complex reinforced concrete and structural packages within a high-performing project team. We are looking for a proactive engineer with a strong background in heavy civil engineering structures who can support the safe and efficient delivery of works on site. Key Responsibilities: Setting out for structural works including reinforced concrete, foundations, retaining structures and associated infrastructure Interpreting technical drawings, specifications and design information Managing quality assurance processes and ensuring works are delivered to specification Producing and maintaining accurate site records and as-built documentation Preparing and reviewing ITPs, RAMS and inspection records Coordinating...

Carmichael UK are seeking an experienced Site Engineer with strong earthworks experience to join a major HS2 project in Buckinghamshire. This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects, delivering large-scale earthworks packages within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Responsibilities: Setting out and surveying for earthworks activities Managing and interpreting technical drawings and specifications Producing and maintaining accurate site records Carrying out quality assurance checks and ensuring works are completed to specification Preparing RAMS, ITPs and as-built documentation Coordinating subcontractors and site teams Monitoring progress and reporting to the Section Engineer/Senior Engineer Ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with project standards Supporting programme delivery and resolving technical issues on site Requirements: Previous experience working as a Site Engineer on major civil...

My client is a long established, leading, regional Civil Engineering Contractor. Due to planned growth and an influx of work in their Thames Valley Region, they are looking to appoint, on a permanent basis or a long term contract basis (12 months+) a Site Engineer / Senior Engineer to work on projects in the region which includes locations such as Basingstoke, Reading, Slough and Oxford Although their preference would be a permanently employed individual, they would also consider someone that would prefer a long-term contract position. Initially, you will be managing civil engineering projects predominantly in the water and wastewater sectors. * Setting out roads, structures and drainage with surveying equipment (GPS & Robotic Total Stations) * Assist with quality control to ensure the standards are met in accordance to the design specifications * Assist in producing permits to break ground (CAT Scanning management) * Ensuring the highest health, safety and...

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer for a 12 month contract on a large Sub structure scheme based in Bedford This is a key role on a high-profile project requiring strong technical knowledge and proven experience in delivering works to spec. Works including Pad foundations, drainage & ducting. Role Overview: * Setting out and surveying. * Interpretation of technical drawings and plans * Managing QA documentation and as-builts * Liaising with site management, subcontractors and local authorities * Ensuring works are completed in accordance with health, safety, and environmental standards Requirements: * Proven experience on similar schemes * Strong setting out skills using Leica/Trimble equipment * Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering * CSCS card and right to work in the UK * SSSTS or SMSTS (preferred) If you're a confident Site Engineer with relevant...