Senior Civil Design Engineer
Remote (UK) | Contract | Outside IR35
Role Overview
Our client is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to support the delivery of water and wastewater design projects. This is a technical, project‑focused role working closely with Principal Engineers, Design Managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant and high‑quality designs.
You may also provide technical oversight and mentoring to other engineers and contribute to engineering governance and best practice.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver robust civil engineering designs to a high standard within the water and wastewater sector
Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams to ensure seamless integration across all disciplines
Provide technical guidance and review of design outputs, calculations and reports
Support design assurance, governance and compliance with health, safety and quality management systems
Contribute technical input to procurement and supply‑chain activities
Provide engineering support to construction and site teams when required
Engage with discipline leadership to support knowledge sharing, mentoring and development of junior and early‑career engineers
Attend design reviews, progress meetings and site meetings as needed
About You
Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Strong experience in UK municipal water and wastewater projects
Background with clients such as Severn Trent, Thames Water, Southern Water, Yorkshire Water, United Utilities or Scottish Water
Solid civil design experience covering gravity and pressurised systems, tanks, chambers and treatment assets
Good commercial awareness within a consultancy or contracting environment
Desirable
Chartered or working towards chartership
Understanding of hydraulics and hydraulic calculations
Exposure to water‑retaining structures and RC detailing (not essential)
NEC contract familiarity
Confident communicator with experience engaging directly with clients
Ability to lead, coordinate and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
This is a great opportunity to join our client on high‑profile water and wastewater projects in a flexible, remote contract role. If you’re a capable Senior Civil Design Engineer looking for your next Outside IR35 engagement, we’d like to hear from you