Job Description
Job Title: Civil Design Engineer / Senior Civil Design Engineer\nLocation: Gateshead (Hybrid Working Available)\nSalary:\n\nCivil Design Engineer (4+ years’ experience): £35,000 – £40,000\n\nSenior Civil Design Engineer (8–10 years’ experience): £40,000 – £50,000\nType: Full-Time, Permanent\n\nOverview\n\nAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Design Engineer or Senior Civil Design Engineer to join a busy, multidisciplinary consultancy team. This desk-based role focuses on the design of drainage systems, flood risk assessments, and road layouts, with an emphasis on residential housing developments.\n\nThis is an ideal position for a proactive engineer looking to take ownership of projects and further their career in a supportive, team-oriented environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Manage civil engineering projects from feasibility and planning through detailed design and construction.\n\n * \n\n Produce Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy Reports.\n\n * \n\n Design roads, sewers, and plot drainage, including setting FFLs, earthworks, retaining walls, etc.\n\n * \n\n Prepare and present high-quality technical drawings.\n\n * \n\n Liaise with statutory authorities (e.g., highways, water companies, LLFAs) for approvals, including Section 38 and Section 104 agreements.\n\n * \n\n Attend project and client meetings.\n\n * \n\n Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.\n\n * \n\n Collaborate with internal teams across disciplines to deliver projects efficiently.\n\nEssential Requirements\n\nMinimum 4 years’ relevant experience in civil engineering design.\n\nMinimum HNC qualification in Civil Engineering or related field.\n\nStrong knowledge of UK planning procedures and industry design standards (e.g., Sewerage Sector Guidance, DMRB, MfS, Local Authority guidelines).\n\nExperience using civil engineering design software:\n\nMicroDrainage or Causeway Flow (essential)\n\nAutoCAD\n\nCivils 3D\n\nCauseway PDS / Live Design\n\nEffective written and verbal communication skills.\n\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team.\n\nFull UK driving licence.\n\nDesirable Attributes\n\nExperience working with residential developers.\n\nChartered or working towards Chartership (e.g., ICE).\n\nExisting contacts or experience within the North East construction sector.\n\nAdditional Notes\n\nThis is a design office-based role – applicants with only site engineering experience (e.g., site managers or site engineers) will not be considered.\n\nUK-based experience (minimum 2–3 years) is required for visa applicants.\n\nCandidates must have direct experience designing drainage systems using appropriate software tools.\n\nBenefits\n\nCompetitive salary (based on experience)\n\n25 days holiday + bank holidays (with increases over service milestones)\n\nFlexible/hybrid working options\n\nCycle to Work Scheme\n\nTeam-building events and social perks\n\nSupportive and inclusive working environment