Job Description

Senior Civil Design Engineer – United Utilities AMP 8

Location: Manchester (Flexible Hybrid)

Contract: Long-term - Outside IR35

Our client, a leading Tier 1 contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to join their team on a long-term contract basis, supporting delivery on the United Utilities AMP8 framework. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major programme of investment in water and wastewater infrastructure, delivering critical projects across the North West.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of civil engineering designs from concept through to detailed design and construction support

Produce cost-effective, sustainable, and buildable design solutions

Coordinate design activities across multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, relevant standards, and health & safety requirements

Prepare and review design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports

Provide technical input to proposals, planning, and project delivery

Support delivery to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget

Mentor and support junior engineers and designers

Maintain accurate project documentation and BIM compliance

Engage with stakeholders including clients, contractors, and internal teams

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)

Demonstrable experience in a civil design engineering role within infrastructure projects

Strong experience in the water and/or wastewater sector (highly desirable)

Background in a design and build environment

Good understanding of CDM regulations and engineering standards

Ability to lead technical design work and coordinate teams

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Ideally Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)

If you are a Senior Civil Design Engineer looking to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure framework with a leading Tier 1 contractor, we would love to hear from you