Civil Design Engineer → Technical Director – Water & Wastewater
Salary: £40,000 – £70,000+
Location: Anywhere in the UK | Flexible / Hybrid Working
Type: Permanent or Contract
Why This Role?
Whether you’re starting out as a Design Engineer or already shaping strategy as a Technical Director, this is a career-defining opportunity. Our client, a leading UK water-sector design-and-build provider, is looking for civil engineers at all levels:
Work anywhere in the UK, contribute to high-profile water and wastewater projects, and grow your career with clear progression and support at every stage.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver safe, compliant, cost-effective, and buildable civil designs across water and wastewater projects.
- Lead projects, mentor teams, and influence design strategy as you progress.
- Coordinate across disciplines to produce integrated engineering solutions.
- Contribute to bids, proposals, and feasibility studies with technical expertise.
- Shape design standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all stages of delivery.
- Engage with stakeholders, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
Who We’re Looking For
- Civil engineers at any career stage from Design Engineer to Technical Director.
- Relevant experience in water or wastewater civil design.
- For senior/lead roles: proven project leadership and team mentoring experience.
- Chartered or working towards chartership in a relevant engineering institution.
- Strong technical knowledge across civil design and understanding of multidisciplinary project interfaces.
- Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
- Engineering degree or Master’s qualification.
- Previous experience in technical leadership or strategic design roles in water/wastewater.
What’s In It For You
- Competitive salary: £40,000 – £70,000+, depending on experience and level.
- Permanent or contract options.
- Work anywhere in the UK with flexible/hybrid arrangements.
- Clear career ladder
- Professional development, chartership support, and training opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits for permanent staff: pension, private healthcare, life assurance, flexible leave, employee perks.
About the Client
A top-tier UK water-sector design-and-build provider, recognised for:
- Delivering technically complex, high-profile infrastructure projects.
- Investing in people and supporting career progression at all levels.
- Fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where technical expertise drives success.