At a Glance
- Tasks: Design highways and drainage for large-scale development projects in a supportive team.
- Company: Join an award-winning, employee-owned consultancy with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, private medical cover, and professional development support.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with genuine opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Gain exposure across the full project lifecycle and take on greater responsibility.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in civil engineering with experience in highways and drainage design.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are currently looking for a Civil Design Engineer with 2+ years' experience across highways and drainage design to join a well-established, award-winning and employee-owned consultancy in London. The business has a strong reputation within the development sector, working closely with some of the UK's major developers to deliver civil infrastructure solutions across large-scale development projects.
The Role
- You'll join a close-knit London team and work across development-led highways and drainage projects, gaining exposure from early feasibility and planning through to detailed design and delivery.
- Design highways, roads and drainage infrastructure for large residential and mixed-use developments.
- Produce detailed design information and technical drawings for development schemes.
- Work alongside developers, architects, planners and wider multidisciplinary design teams.
- Support projects through the planning and technical approval process and into detailed design and delivery.
- Take increasing responsibility for your own projects as your experience develops.
- Work closely with experienced engineers in a supportive team environment.
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years' experience within civil engineering consultancy.
- Experience in both highways and drainage design.
- Experience working on development-led infrastructure projects.
- Good working knowledge of relevant UK design standards and approval processes.
- Experience with software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage or similar.
- A proactive approach with good communication skills and a genuine interest in developing your career.
Why Apply?
- Join an award-winning, employee-owned consultancy with a strong reputation in the development sector.
- Work closely with major UK developers on large residential and mixed-use schemes.
- Gain exposure across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and planning through to detailed design and delivery.
- £35,000-£45,000 salary depending on experience.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Private medical cover and pension.
- Professional membership support, CPD and ongoing training.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and development.
If you're a Civil Design Engineer with 2+ years' experience in highways and drainage and are looking for a consultancy where you can continue to develop technically and take on greater responsibility, apply directly or contact Michael Finch at Aldwych Consulting.
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Civil Design Engineer – Highways & Drainage (Hybrid) in London employer: Aldwych Consulting Ltd
Join a highly regarded construction consultancy in Hampshire that prioritises its people and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a strong focus on career development, you will have access to mentorship and structured progression opportunities, ensuring your professional growth is supported every step of the way. Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and the chance to work on diverse projects while building lasting client relationships in a friendly environment.
