4,097 Civil Infrastructure jobs in the United Kingdom

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of large-scale civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, drainage systems, and utilities.
• Manage and mentor a team of civil engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance, design reviews, and professional development.
• Develop detailed design drawings, specifications, and calculations in compliance with relevant national and international standards (e.g., Eurocodes, DMRB).
• Conduct site investigations, feasibility studies, and options appraisals to inform design decisions.
• Prepare tender documents, contract drawings, and Bills of Quantities for procurement.
• Oversee construction phases remotely, liaising with site teams, contractors, and clients to ensure quality and adherence to design intent.
• Perform structural analysis and design using industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, Structural Analysis Software).
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively to ensure successful project completion within scope and constraints.
• Foster strong client relationships, present design proposals, and provide technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle.
• Champion best practices in sustainable design, innovation, and health & safety within the engineering team.

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE, IStructE).
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in civil infrastructure design, with a significant portion in a lead or supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of road design, highway engineering, hydraulic design, earthworks, and utility coordination.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, drainage design software, and structural analysis tools.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including contract administration and budget control.
• Strong understanding of planning regulations, environmental impact assessments, and construction methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a remote engineering team and drive project success from a distance.

• Lead the detailed design of civil infrastructure elements, including drainage, highways, earthworks, and external works.
• Manage the production of design drawings, calculations, and specifications using industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage).
• Conduct site investigations and feasibility studies to inform design decisions.
• Review and approve design work undertaken by other engineers and technicians.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant design standards, legislation, and client requirements (e.g., DMRB, Sewers for Adoption).
• Manage project delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and programme.
• Liaise effectively with clients, statutory undertakers, local authorities, and other project stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Contribute to the preparation of fee proposals and the development of business opportunities.
• Undertake the role of Principal Designer or Designer under CDM regulations where required.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE).
• Significant post-graduate experience in civil infrastructure design, covering a range of project types.
• Proven ability to lead design teams and manage complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of drainage design, highway design, and earthworks principles.
• Proficiency in relevant design software is essential.
• Strong understanding of contract administration and project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

• Contributing to concept studies/strategies/drawing packages, leading to planning applications, technical approval submissions and construction issue.
• Contributing to all types of Development projects across all sectors and clients.
• Being active on several varied projects at any given time.
• You will be supported by the Newcastle team to develop your technical capabilities and support your career progression.
• Involvement in client engagement, stakeholder management, design team liaison (both internal and with other external).
• Being responsible for ensuring your tasks are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.

• Civil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategies
• Utilities, energy planning and coordination
• Drainage, flood risk and SuDS
• Site appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advice.

• Knowledge of highway design, drainage strategy and design, flood risk assessment and management, utility design and planning as well as knowledge of the Development Industry.
• An appreciation of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and building structures is desirable as well as an understanding of construction design stages and procedures.
• The ability to produce with supervision infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings.
• Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals.
• Written and spoken communication skills and are aware of current technical and planning guidance on climate change and sustainability.
• The ability to use relevant software including Info Drainage, Micro Drainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or PDS.
• Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams, and competence in liaising with highway, water, statutory and local authorities to negotiate the necessary outline and detailed technical approvals and statutory agreements typically relating to development projects.
• Awareness of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects and how if, applied effectively, these skills combine to add value to a client's development proposal.
• Knowledge of financial and contractual aspects of planning, bidding, and delivering both large and small projects.
• Postgraduate (or equivalent) experience and working towards Chartership or have equivalent experience and responsibility.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Civil Engineer with 0-2 years experience. You will be working within the Infrastructure team within Walsh working on a variety of projects.

You will be managing the design input on civil engineering designs on roads, drainage and infrastructure on projects ranging from £1M to £00M.

You will be based in our vibrant and friendly office in London's Butlers Wharf.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing input on a number of projects and ensuring the office and technical standards are followed on your projects.

You will typically be working on projects with an overall value up to 0M and you will be the lead on infrastructure matters. There will also be opportunities to work on larger projects with a value of > 0M on which you will be working alongside the project Associate or Director but playing a significant role.

You will have regular client contact and will be responsible for liaising and coordinating with other members of the Walsh (typically the structures team) and external consultants such as M and E engineers and Architects and be required to attend regular coordination workshops both internally and externally.

The team and company are forward thinking with regards to technology develops and there will be opportunities to uses new technology such as Infraworks and Navisworks.

Required Skills

You will have experience designing development infrastructure, particularly drainage. Experience on residential projects, particularly inner city developments would be preferable.

Some management experience would be useful but not essential as this role would suit someone looking to move into a more management role and further their career.

You will have a good technical background and grounding in the design of drainage, pavement design and roads and experience of the following computer packages would be preferable/essential:

• XP Microdrainage/ Windes

• Civils 3D

Experience of the following would also be a distinct advantage;

• Autodesk Infraworks

• Navisworks

• NBS Create

• BREEAM/CfSH

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who are degree qualified with a MEng in Civil Engineering suitable for CEng status, but consideration will be given to candidates with an engineering related degree if they have relevant post-graduate experience.

Walsh have a ICE Accredited training scheme and you will be encouraged to progress to Institutional membership.

Salary

32-37k per annum.

Benefits

Our People are the core of our business. We're therefore delighted to be able to offer you a competitive benefits package and enhanced rewards, reinforcing our commitment to attract and retain the highest calibre of staff.

Family Friendly Policies

· Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay/Maternity/Paternity/Shared Parental Leave/Adoption Pay

· Nursery Childcare Benefit paid through salary sacrifice

· Private Health Care Cover for dependents

· Emergency Carer Leave

Studying & Training

· In house ICE training Schemes

· Training & development funding

· Mentor Scheme

Holidays

· 25 Days annual leave + bank holidays

· Buying of up to 5 additional days annual Leave

· Sabbatical Leave

Socials

· Paid Social Events which including and not limited to ski trips, race days and golf days

· On site Games including a ping pong table and darts board

· On site Free Bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks

Wellbeing & Work/Life Balance

· Health Check Day's -including BMI checks, blood glucose and cholesterol

· Full mental health cover

· Private Health Insurance

· Flu Clinics

· Eye Test & glasses contribution

· EAP- Employee Assistance Programme

· Mental Health First Aiders

· Onsite Gym

· Cycle to work scheme

· Cycle Storage

· Hybrid Working/Remote Working

· Core Working Hours between 10am-4pm

· Flexible Working Scheme

· Charity Days- 3 paid days per year

Financial

· Enhanced Pension Contributions

· Life Insurance - 4 x salary

· Critical Illness Cover

· Income Protection Cover

· Discretionary bonuses in December

· Long Service Awards

· Electric Car Scheme

· Discretionary Pay Reviews in January and July

· Season Loan Tickets

· Paid overtime

· Recommend a Friend bonus scheme

· Free access to financial advisors

• Leading the conceptualization, design, and implementation of major civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, drainage systems, and utilities.
• Providing high-level technical expertise and strategic guidance on all aspects of civil engineering design and construction.
• Mentoring and developing a team of civil engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Developing project scopes, proposals, and technical specifications, ensuring alignment with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Conducting complex engineering analyses, including hydraulic modeling, structural assessments, and environmental impact studies.
• Overseeing project execution, managing risks, and ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of project milestones.
• Liaising with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to secure approvals and build strong relationships.
• Championing the adoption of new technologies and sustainable practices in infrastructure development.
• Performing quality assurance and control checks on designs and construction works.
• Contributing to business development efforts, identifying new opportunities, and preparing winning bids.

• Lead and contribute to the detailed design of various civil infrastructure elements, including roads, drainage systems, earthworks, and utilities.
• Develop and review technical specifications, calculations, and design reports.
• Conduct site investigations, feasibility studies, and risk assessments for proposed infrastructure projects.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant national and international standards, codes of practice, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with remote project teams, clients, contractors, and statutory bodies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project tasks, budgets, and timelines, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of engineering services.
• Utilize advanced civil engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation) for modeling and analysis.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Contribute to tender processes and business development activities.
• Promote sustainable design practices and innovative solutions within infrastructure projects.

• BEng/MEng degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in civil infrastructure design and project delivery.
• Proven expertise in designing roads, highways, drainage systems, and urban infrastructure.
• Proficiency in industry-standard civil engineering design and analysis software.
• Strong understanding of UK and international engineering standards and regulations.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a distributed, international team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.

• Lead the detailed design and specification of civil infrastructure projects, including road alignments, drainage systems, earthworks, and utilities.
• Prepare and review technical reports, design calculations, and construction drawings using relevant engineering software.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, statutory undertakers, and other stakeholders to gain necessary approvals and manage project progress.
• Conduct site visits for surveys, inspections, and to provide construction support.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians within the team.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant national and local standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., Sewers for Adoption, DMRB).
• Undertake flood risk assessments and drainage strategy development.
• Contribute to the preparation of tenders and fee proposals.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies for projects.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of all engineering deliverables.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with ICE or IStructE, or working towards it.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in civil infrastructure design and project management.
• Proficiency in civil engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MXRoads, or similar.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic modelling software (e.g., MicroDrainage, SWMM) is desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of UK civil engineering standards, building regulations, and planning procedures.
• Proven ability to manage projects, including financial and resource management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative, hybrid team.
• Experience in report writing and technical documentation.