Senior Civil Design Engineer

Senior Civil Design Engineer in City of London

City of London Full-Time No home office possible

Job Description

Are you an experienced Civil Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? A long-standing consultancy in the heart of London is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to join their growing Development Infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality design solutions across a diverse portfolio of urban development projects.

About the Role

You will lead and contribute to the design and delivery of civil engineering projects, with a focus on:

Development infrastructure for residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes
Highways and road layout design
Foul and surface water drainage systems
Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and flood risk mitigation
Site levels, earthworks and external works design

You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, sustainably, and to the highest technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the preparation of detailed designs, technical reports, and specifications
Oversee and mentor junior engineers and technicians
Manage project deadlines, budgets, and client expectations
Use industry-standard design software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage)
Liaise with planning and regulatory bodies to secure approvals
Contribute to the development of best practices and innovative design approaches

About You

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE or equivalent)
Strong experience in development infrastructure design, roads, drainage, and SuDS
Proficient in relevant design software and current UK design standards
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team

What They Offer