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Senior Civil Engineer – Wastewater Infrastructure; Pathway to Design Manager

Job in Slough, Berkshire, SL1, England, UK
Listing for: Robertwalpole
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-25
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Engineer, Water Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Civil Engineer – Wastewater Infrastructure (Pathway to Design Manager )

Overview

Robert Walpole and Partners, a rapidly growing UK-based engineering consultancy in Slough, is looking for multiple Senior Civil Engineers with UK-based experience in wastewater infrastructure to join our expanding detailed design team.

The role includes responsibility for checking and mentoring, with progression towards Design Managers. For the first month, you will be required to attend our Slough office for induction and to embed with the team. After this, the role will move to a hybrid arrangement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Technical Leadership & Project Management
    • Lead the detailed design and delivery of wastewater networks, including sewerage rising mains and trunk sewers.
    • Provide technical leadership on wastewater pipeline rehabilitation and renewals.
    • Ensure designs comply with Water Industry Standards, Sewerage Sector Guidance, and UK regulatory frameworks.
    • Desirable: understanding of hydraulic modelling, pipeline design tools, and industry software to develop cost-effective solutions.
    • Oversee the design, planning, and optioneering of wastewater infrastructure projects.
    • Mentor and review work of engineers and technicians.
    • Support resourcing, programming and providing input to fee and change control.
  • Engineering & Design
    • Develop designs for pumping stations, rising mains, and gravity sewer systems.
    • Conduct condition assessments and feasibility studies for wastewater asset rehabilitation.
    • Ensure integration with existing networks and treatment plants.
    • Desirable: knowledge of surge analysis, transient flow, and pressure management in pipeline systems.
    • Supervise the creation of technical drawings.
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement
    • Liaise with water utility companies, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure project alignment.
    • Lead meetings with clients, local authorities, and internal teams to discuss project requirements.
    • Conduct site visits, surveys, and inspections as required.
    • Provide technical input on contractor methodologies, risk management, and construction planning.
  • Qualifications & Experience
    • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
    • 5+ years’ experience in UK-based wastewater pipeline design and sewer infrastructure projects.
    • Strong knowledge of sewerage rising mains, trunk sewers, and drainage hydraulics.
    • Experience with design standards such as Sewerage Sector Guidance, Water UK, and BS EN standards.
    • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modelling software (e.g., Info Works ICM, Micro Drainage, Epanet).
    • Full UK driving licence and willingness to attend site visits.
    To apply

    To apply, please send your CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and references to , ensuring you include “Senior Civil Engineer - Wastewater (Slough)” in the subject line.

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    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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