Job Title:
Senior Civil Engineer (Design)
Rate:
£40 - £50 p/hour (dependant on experience)
Location:
Remote (with site visits)
Type:
Contract | Fully Remote | UK water experience needed
About the Role:
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Civil Engineer to join their in-house engineering design consultancy on a fully remote contract basis. You will take ownership of the technical delivery for a small portfolio of projects or contribute to larger projects under the guidance of a Senior Project Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply and expand your expertise in civil engineering design, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work with occasional site visits.
About the Client:
Our client is a respected and growing in-house engineering consultancy providing services to a variety of internal business units. Operating in the water, heavy industrial, power, and design & build sectors, they are known for tackling complex and innovative engineering challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical:
* Apply sound engineering principles to design tasks and problem-solving.
* Prepare outline and detailed designs in line with industry standards.
* Develop clear and concise design calculations, reports, and drawings.
* Use BIM-led tools such as STAAD Pro, FEM Analysis, and Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis.
Project Management:
* Effectively plan and implement engineering projects.
* Manage resources, timelines, and budgets.
* Understand and work within commercial frameworks.
* Ensure compliance with internal quality and HSE standards.
People Management:
* Support and mentor Engineers, Graduate Engineers, and Technicians.
* Coordinate team efforts to ensure timely and quality project delivery.
Stakeholder Engagement:
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships.
What Our Client is Looking For:
Essential:
* Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
* Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
* Demonstrated experience using Eurocodes and UK industry codes.
* Ability and willingness to travel for short-term site visits.
* Full UK/EEC driving licence.
Desired:
* Chartered or working towards chartered status with a relevant professional body.
* Experience with technical design in multi-disciplinary projects.
What Our Client Offers:
* Competitive day rate.
* Flexible, fully remote working (with site visits as required).
* Opportunity to work on varied and complex engineering projects.
* Collaborative, solutions-driven culture.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.