Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer

Posted 1 day ago by g2 Recruitment

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Senior Civil Engineer involves managing drainage and highways projects on a fully remote, 3-month contract basis. Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on design reviews and client engagement. The position is outside IR35 and requires UK-based applicants with the legal right to work in the UK. Immediate availability is preferred as interviews are closing soon.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake design reviews for Section 278 and Section 38 works.
  • Deliver hands-on design work, including preparation and checking of CAD drawings.
  • Use Causeway PDS and other relevant software to produce high-quality outputs.
  • Liaise with, support, and delegate work to technicians and junior staff.
  • Provide mentoring and technical guidance to less experienced team members.
  • Engage directly with clients, managing expectations and building strong professional relationships.
  • Respond to project enquiries and work independently without day-to-day management.

Key Skills:

  • 8 years minimum relevant civil engineering experience (12+ years ideal).
  • Strong background in drainage and highways design.
  • Proven expertise in Section 278 and Section 38 design reviews.
  • Proficient in CAD and Causeway PDS.
  • Experience supervising, mentoring, and delegating work to team members.
  • Client-facing skills with the ability to lead projects independently.
  • Must be UK-based, with UK work experience and full right to work in the UK.
  • Available to start immediately.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Engineering

Detailed Description From Employer:

Civil Engineer – 3-Month Contract (Fully Remote, Outside IR35)

Experience: Minimum 8 years (12+ years preferred)

Location: Fully Remote – UK-based only

Contract Type: Outside IR35

Start Date: ASAP – Interviews close end of this week

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to join our team on a 3-month contract to help manage a high workload in drainage and highways projects. This role is fully remote but requires UK-based candidates with UK experience and the legal right to work in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake design reviews for Section 278 and Section 38 works.
  • Deliver hands-on design work, including preparation and checking of CAD drawings.
  • Use Causeway PDS and other relevant software to produce high-quality outputs.
  • Liaise with, support, and delegate work to technicians and junior staff.
  • Provide mentoring and technical guidance to less experienced team members.
  • Engage directly with clients, managing expectations and building strong professional relationships.
  • Respond to project enquiries and work independently without day-to-day management.

Requirements:

  • 8 years minimum relevant civil engineering experience (12+ years ideal).
  • Strong background in drainage and highways design.
  • Proven expertise in Section 278 and Section 38 design reviews.
  • Proficient in CAD and Causeway PDS.
  • Experience supervising, mentoring, and delegating work to team members.
  • Client-facing skills with the ability to lead projects independently.
  • Must be UK-based, with UK work experience and full right to work in the UK.
  • Available to start immediately.

Why Join Us?

  • Fully remote working arrangement.
  • Outside IR35 – straightforward engagement.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
  • Collaborative and professional team environment.

Apply Now – Interviews close end of this week