Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer (Contract)

Outside IR35 | Competitive Day Rate | Hybrid / Flexible Working

An established UK-based civil and structural engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer on a contract basis to support an increasing workload across a range of infrastructure and development projects. The role offers flexibility, varied project exposure, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative engineering team delivering practical, efficient, and well-considered design solutions. This position would suit a Civil Engineer with strong technical capability who is comfortable working autonomously while integrating with an existing project team.

• Deliver civil engineering designs from concept through to detailed design
• Prepare and review calculations and drawings in line with UK standards and Eurocodes
• Design works including drainage, highways, earthworks, levels, and external works
• Support planning, technical approvals, and construction phases
• Prepare technical reports and design documentation
• Liaise with clients, architects, and the wider design team
• Attend design meetings and, where required, site visits
• Manage assigned workloads and meet project deadlines

Projects may include residential, commercial, industrial, education, leisure, and infrastructure-related schemes.

• Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
• 5+ years' relevant UK industry experience
• Strong knowledge of current UK design standards
• Experience in drainage design (e.g. SuDS, foul & surface water)
• Familiarity with civil engineering software such as Micro Drainage / Info Drainage, Civil 3D, or similar
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and clear technical reporting ability
• Experience working within a consultancy environment preferred