Civil Design Engineer
Posted 1 week ago by Henley Chase
£50,000 Per year
Outside
Hybrid
Gateshead, Tyne & Wear
Summary: An opportunity exists for a Civil Design Engineer or Senior Civil Design Engineer to join a multidisciplinary consultancy in Gateshead, focusing on drainage systems, flood risk assessments, and road layouts for residential developments. The role is desk-based and requires a proactive engineer to manage projects from feasibility to construction while collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications in civil engineering design. The position offers a supportive environment for career advancement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage civil engineering projects from feasibility and planning through detailed design and construction.
- Produce Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy Reports.
- Design roads, sewers, and plot drainage, including setting FFLs, earthworks, retaining walls, etc.
- Prepare and present high-quality technical drawings.
- Liaise with statutory authorities (e.g., highways, water companies, LLFAs) for approvals, including Section 38 and Section 104 agreements.
- Attend project and client meetings.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams across disciplines to deliver projects efficiently.
Key Skills:
- Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience in civil engineering design.
- Minimum HNC qualification in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Strong knowledge of UK planning procedures and industry design standards (e.g., Sewerage Sector Guidance, DMRB, MfS, Local Authority guidelines).
- Experience using civil engineering design software: MicroDrainage or Causeway Flow (essential), AutoCAD, Civils 3D, Causeway PDS / Live Design.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Full UK driving licence.
Salary (Rate): £50,000 yearly
City: Gateshead
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Engineering
Job Title: Civil Design Engineer / Senior Civil Design Engineer
Location: Gateshead (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary:
Civil Design Engineer (4+ years’ experience): £35,000 – £40,000
Senior Civil Design Engineer (8–10 years’ experience): £40,000 – £50,000
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Overview
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Design Engineer or Senior Civil Design Engineer to join a busy, multidisciplinary consultancy team. This desk-based role focuses on the design of drainage systems, flood risk assessments, and road layouts, with an emphasis on residential housing developments.
This is an ideal position for a proactive engineer looking to take ownership of projects and further their career in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage civil engineering projects from feasibility and planning through detailed design and construction.
- Produce Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy Reports.
- Design roads, sewers, and plot drainage, including setting FFLs, earthworks, retaining walls, etc.
- Prepare and present high-quality technical drawings.
- Liaise with statutory authorities (e.g., highways, water companies, LLFAs) for approvals, including Section 38 and Section 104 agreements.
- Attend project and client meetings.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams across disciplines to deliver projects efficiently.
Essential Requirements
Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience in civil engineering design.
Minimum HNC qualification in Civil Engineering or related field.
Strong knowledge of UK planning procedures and industry design standards (e.g., Sewerage Sector Guidance, DMRB, MfS, Local Authority guidelines).
Experience using civil engineering design software:
- MicroDrainage or Causeway Flow (essential)
- AutoCAD
- Civils 3D
- Causeway PDS / Live Design
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Attributes
Experience working with residential developers.
Chartered or working towards Chartership (e.g., ICE).
Existing contacts or experience within the North East construction sector.
Additional Notes
This is a design office-based role – applicants with only site engineering experience (e.g., site managers or site engineers) will not be considered.
UK-based experience (minimum 2–3 years) is required for visa applicants.
Candidates must have direct experience designing drainage systems using appropriate software tools.
Benefits
Competitive salary (based on experience)
25 days holiday + bank holidays (with increases over service milestones)
Flexible/hybrid working options
Cycle to Work Scheme
Team-building events and social perks
Supportive and inclusive working environment