Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure Projects (Southern Water)
South Coast / London / Site-Based
£55,000 - £65,000 + Package
A strong opportunity for a Civil Engineer to step into a design-led role on major water infrastructure projects across the Southern Water region.
This position offers exposure to a wide variety of schemes, from treatment works upgrades to reservoir and structural projects, all within a technically challenging environment where no two projects are the same.
Ideal for someone with 3-5 years' experience who wants to move beyond pure design and gain real involvement in project delivery, working closely with site teams and influencing how schemes are built.
Why this role stands out
·Work across a diverse portfolio of water projects, not just a single scheme
·Gain exposure to complex upgrades within live operational environments
·Involvement from early-stage design through to commissioning
·Strong blend of design office and site-based engineering
·Long-term pipeline of work across the Southern region
The role
This is a design-focused position with a clear link into delivery. You'll be:
·Developing design briefs and managing incoming engineering requirements
·Producing calculations, risk assessments, sketches and technical outputs
·Designing concrete structures, tanks, supports, and water infrastructure assets
·Supporting temporary works design to facilitate construction
·Working closely with delivery teams to refine practical solutions
·Attending site to review progress and ensure designs are implemented effectively
Projects will range from treatment works upgrades and detention tanks through to reservoirs and complex structural interventions, often within constrained and operational environments.
What's needed
·3-5 years' experience within civil engineering design
·Strong grounding in structural design (Eurocodes / British Standards)
·Experience with reinforced concrete design and detailing
·Ability to interpret ground investigation reports
·Proficiency in 2D CAD and FEM software
·Confident communicator, comfortable working across design and site teams
Desirable experience
·Water or utilities sector exposure
·Temporary works (excavations, cofferdams, trench support)
·Crane platforms / piling mats
·Concrete sequencing and construction methodology
·Lifting design (anchors, lifting points, etc.)
·Python or similar programming
Location & working pattern
Flexible base depending on preference:
·London
·Havant (South Coast)
·Site locations across the Southern Water region (typically between Portsmouth and Battle)
·1 day per week hybrid working available
·Typical hours:
oMon-Thurs: 08:00-18:00
oFri: 08:00-16:00
Package
·£55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
·27 days leave + bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown)
·Travel, mileage and accommodation covered where applicable