Civil Design Engineer (Roads and Drainage)
Vertical Recruitment is working closely with a successful multidisciplinary consultancy with a global presence. With over 1,000 design awards to their name, they continue to lead the way in high-quality, sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Their Manchester civil engineering team is growing, and they are now seeking a Civil Design Engineer with 3 to 7 years of experience to support the delivery of infrastructure design (roads, drainage, and public realm) for a wide range of building and regeneration projects.
You will be joining a talented, collaborative team working on complex and high-profile developments across the North; from masterplans and new public spaces to sustainable urban infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
* Produce infrastructure designs from concept through to construction stage
* Assist in the preparation and review of technical reports and design specifications
* Work closely with internal teams, external consultants, architects, and clients
* Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and CDM regulations
* Undertake Section 38, 278, and 104 designs
* Carry out drainage design (including SuDS) and pavement layouts
* Support more senior engineers with project delivery and coordination
* Contribute to multidisciplinary design meetings and problem-solving discussions
About You: You’ll have a solid background in civil engineering design within a consultancy environment, particularly in roads and drainage. You’re comfortable using standard industry software and can confidently manage your workload on both small- and large-scale projects.
Skills & Experience:
* Civil engineering degree (or equivalent experience)
* Experience designing drainage and highways/public realm schemes
* Familiarity with Section 38, 104, and 278 design processes
* Competent in AutoCAD and MicroDrainage
* Experience using Civil 3D for road and ground modelling is desirable
* An understanding of flood risk assessments and mitigation is a plus
* Strong communication and coordination skills
Personal Qualities:
* Detail-oriented and methodical
* Collaborative team player
* Proactive and eager to learn from senior engineers
* Ability to manage deadlines and multi-task under pressure
* Commercially aware and confident in meetings
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Flexible pension contributions
* Private medical insurance
* Annual profit share scheme
* Support for professional development and chartership
* Contribution towards professional memberships
* Active social committee and inclusive team culture