Senior Civil Design Engineer

We are currently working with a leading company in the water utilities sector who are looking to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer to join their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering civil design solutions for water and wastewater projects, working within a multi-disciplinary team across the full project lifecycle.

The role will involve leading projects, managing work packages, and overseeing the civil design for both infrastructure and non-infrastructure works. You will be responsible for supervising junior engineers, ensuring designs meet all technical specifications, and helping deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Details of the Role:

Position: Senior Civil Engineer – Water Utilities


Location: Hybrid, ideally based in or around Durham, with flexibility to work remotely or from other regional offices across the UK.


Primary Focus: Supporting an expanding framework with Northumbrian Water Group, with opportunities to work on a variety of projects across the UK.


Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, from feasibility through to detailed design and commissioning.


Supervise and mentor junior engineers, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.


Produce and review design concepts, calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.


Assist in the preparation and monitoring of project budgets and resource management.


Prepare feasibility studies, technical assessments, and other written reports.


Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and all relevant regulations.


Collaborate with the wider team to ensure project success.


The Ideal Candidate:

A degree in civil engineering (or equivalent) with professional qualifications ( but not essential).


Strong experience in the design of water and wastewater infrastructure, with both infrastructure and non-infrastructure project experience.


Proficient in MS Office, and ideally familiar with engineering software such as AutoCAD.


Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports and interact with clients and team members.


Proven ability to lead projects and manage budgets effectively.


A client-focused approach with a commitment to health and safety and continuous improvement.


This is a permanent role, offering an opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects in the water utilities sector.

Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply for this role.

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