At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver essential water infrastructure projects in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Leading firm in the water sector with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
- Benefits: Long-term contract, flexible hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in water management while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil design and proficiency in relevant design tools required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client in water is seeking an experienced Civil Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects across a broad programme of work. This long-term contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in developing, reviewing, and coordinating civil engineering designs within a fast-paced, essential services environment. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required at the Chatham office.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce, review, and develop civil engineering designs for water and wastewater infrastructure
- Prepare design calculations, technical drawings, and specifications in line with industry and regulatory standards
- Support feasibility assessments, optioneering, and early-stage technical input
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including process, mechanical, electrical, and delivery functions
- Ensure all designs consider buildability, cost efficiency, safety, and sustainability
- Manage and coordinate design documentation throughout the project lifecycle
- Provide technical support during construction, resolving design queries and responding to RFIs
- Assist in ensuring compliance with CDM, company policies, and water sector standards
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design methods and engineering processes
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience as a Civil Design Engineer within the water, utilities, or infrastructure sector
- Strong proficiency in civil design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroDrainage (or similar)
- Sound understanding of water and wastewater infrastructure, pipelines, pumping stations, and associated civil assets
- Strong technical reporting and drawing production skills
- Experience in multidisciplinary project environments
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Ability to work independently while engaging proactively with stakeholders
If you're a proactive and technically strong Civil Design Engineer seeking a long-term Outside IR35 opportunity within the water sector, we'd love to hear from you.
Civil Design Engineer in Maidstone employer: Alexander Associates Limited
At Alexander Associates Limited, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Bristol. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values your contributions to impactful water and infrastructure projects across the UK.
Contact Details:
Alexander Associates Limited Recruitment Team
