Civil Engineer (Drainage/Infrastructure)
TipTopJob, Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom.
Location: Kettering. Salary: £32,000 - £37,000.
We are looking for an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong background in Drainage and Infrastructure to join a respected multidisciplinary consultancy. The role involves designing and producing drainage, highways and external works for new build and refurbishment projects across various sectors.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Possibility of hybrid/flexible working opportunities
* Training and career progression opportunities
* Access to a range of interesting, high‑profile projects across the region
* An inclusive, collaborative working environment
* Opportunities to proactively contribute to the company's growth and development
Responsibilities
* Designing drainage, highways, and external works for new build and refurbishment projects.
* Producing technical documents with respect to relevant Section Agreements (particularly S38, S278, and S104).
* Liaising with clients and stakeholders at all stages of project delivery, from initial inception through to successful implementation.
* Providing mentorship to colleagues, sharing best practice and supporting their CPD.
Required Skills and Experience
* Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.
* Demonstrable experience in a design‑based role within a UK consultancy setting.
* Previous experience producing Drainage Strategies and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).
* Experience in highways and external works design.
* Excellent working knowledge of software such as Caſeway Flow, MicroDrainage, Ground Modelling, WinDes, AutoCAD, etc.
* Experience liaising with clients and stakeholders across public and private sectors.
* Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Good literacy and numeracy skills.
* Ability to work as part of a high‑performing team and independently.
* Full, valid UK Driving Licence.
Desirable Skills
* Experience in Flood Risk sector (including authoring Flood Risk Assessments) or Transport Planning.
* Experience using BIM.
* Experience managing an extensive range of projects.
* Good working knowledge of Civils 3D, Site 3D, and Revit.
* Possess Chartered Status or actively working to attain it.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level.
Employment Type
Full‑time.
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology.
How to Apply
Contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency for this vacancy.
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