Job Title: Civil Engineer - Drainage & Highways Design

Location: London, UK

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:

My clients are looking for Civil Engineers with 4-8 years experience to join their growing team in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of development infrastructure projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

Design of surface water and foul drainage systems, including sustainable drainage systems (SuDS)

Design of highway layouts in accordance with DMRB and local authority standards

Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) to support planning applications

Involvement in and preparation of technical documentation for Section 278, 38, and 104 Agreements

Liaison with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders

Delivering projects on time and within budget with attention to detail and quality

Requirements:

A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

Proven experience in drainage and highway design

Solid understanding of SuDS principles and FRA requirements

Knowledge and experience of highway adoption procedures and agreements (S278, S38, S104)

Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroDrainage, Civil 3D or similar)

Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Desirable:

Working towards or holding professional accreditation (CEng, IEng, or equivalent)

Experience working in a consultancy environment

UK Experience 

If this sounds like you, apply now