At a Glance
- Tasks: Design innovative drainage solutions for exciting urban projects in a collaborative team.
- Company: Award-winning consultancy in Central London focused on sustainability and creativity.
- Benefits: Flexible working, generous holiday, performance bonuses, and subsidised gym membership.
- Other info: Modern office environment with strong team culture and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on London's infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Experience in drainage design and proficiency in MicroDrainage or similar software.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
An award-winning, design-led structural and civil engineering consultancy in Central London is looking to appoint a Civil Design Engineer with a strong focus on drainage design to join its growing infrastructure team. This is an opportunity to join one of London's most dynamic and creative consultancies - a practice that places innovation, sustainability and collaboration at the centre of every project.
The office environment is modern, open-plan and purpose-designed, located just moments from Old Street Station. The consultancy works on high-profile, design-driven schemes including:
- Modern commercial and retail buildings
- Public realm and regeneration projects
This role places particular emphasis on drainage strategy and detailed drainage design, supporting complex urban developments from early concept stage through to delivery. You'll work closely with structural engineers and architects, contributing technical expertise that directly influences creative and sustainable design outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparation of surface water and foul drainage strategies
- Detailed drainage design using MicroDrainage (or similar)
- Coordination of below-ground infrastructure within multidisciplinary design teams
- Supporting highways and external works design
- Liaison with local authorities and statutory bodies
- Contributing to sustainable drainage (SuDS) solutions in dense urban environments
Experience required:
- Experience in drainage and highway design within a consultancy environment
- Proficiency in MicroDrainage and Civil 3D (or similar software)
- Passion for high-quality, collaborative design
Benefits include:
- 26 days holiday (including 3 additional days over Christmas)
- Performance bonus of up to 8% (company and individual based)
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Pension scheme
- Generous maternity and paternity leave
- Subsidised gym membership
- Weekly whole-office meetings encourage knowledge sharing, collaboration and a strong team culture.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer who wants to specialise in drainage design within a forward-thinking, design-focused consultancy delivering some of London's most exciting developments. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality.
Civil Engineering Design Engineer in Westminster employer: Aldwych Consulting Ltd
Aldwych Consulting is an award-winning, design-led consultancy located in the heart of Central London, offering a vibrant and collaborative work culture that prioritises innovation and sustainability. Employees benefit from a modern open-plan office just moments from Old Street Station, flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for professional growth through engaging projects in high-profile urban developments. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and knowledge sharing, this is an ideal environment for Civil Engineers looking to specialise in drainage design and contribute to meaningful, impactful projects.
