Experienced Civil Design Engineer

Job Details

• Salary: £35000 - £55000 per annum
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - London
• Town/City: London
• Posted: 22/06/2026
• Listed in: Civil Engineering
• Reference: BBBH5166_1782133315

Position

Experienced Civil Design Engineer

Location

London (Office Based)

Salary

Competitive + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Type

Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Design Engineer to join a growing and well‑established engineering consultancy based in London. Our client is recognised for delivering high‑quality engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of development projects. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a talented engineer with strong UK infrastructure design experience to support the delivery of projects from initial feasibility through to construction.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with architects, planners, developers and multidisciplinary design teams, contributing to a wide range of infrastructure schemes involving highways, drainage, utilities and site development. Projects include civils led works for the oil & gas industry and data centres both in the UK and overseas as well as structures led civils projects, which are mainly UK based.

The Role

As a Civil Design Engineer, you will take responsibility for the design and coordination of below‑ground and above‑ground infrastructure works across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Designing on‑site and off‑site drainage systems, including SuDS, attenuation and foul water networks
• Delivering highway designs and Section 278 / Section 38 agreements
• Coordinating utility strategies and statutory undertaker requirements
• Preparing earthworks designs and site level assessments
• Producing technical reports, drainage strategies and planning support documentation
• Liaising with local authorities, water companies, clients and external stakeholders
• Supporting project delivery from concept through to construction
• Ensuring designs comply with current UK standards and best practice guidance

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

• A degree in Civil Engineering (BEng or MEng)
• Approximately 3-8 years' experience within a UK consultancy environment
• Progress towards Chartership (MICE) or a clear ambition to achieve this
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, Flow or similar software packages
• Strong technical knowledge of drainage, highways, utilities and earthworks design
• A solid understanding of UK design standards including DMRB, Sewers for Adoption, Building Regulations and CIRIA guidance
• Experience coordinating with local authorities, water companies and statutory bodies
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary with regular performance and salary reviews
• Annual bonus scheme
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Private pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to one month per year
• Annual overseas company trip
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

If you're an experienced Civil Design Engineer looking to join a forward‑thinking consultancy where you'll have the opportunity to work on a varied project portfolio and progress your career, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Will Herman
07581619823

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. 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.

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