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Civil Engineer

Job in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1, England, UK
Listing for: Carrington West
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-30
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Civil Engineer - Roads & Drainage | Wakefield | Flexible Working | Career Growth

Are you a Civil Engineer passionate about designing roads and drainage systems for development projects? Join our client's dynamic team in Wakefield and work on diverse residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across the UK, contributing to sustainable infrastructure with high-quality design solutions.

What you'll be doing:
  • Design highways, junctions, and drainage infrastructure using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Micro Drainage/Info Drainage.
  • Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and calculations for planning and technical approvals.
  • Collaborate with architects, planners, and structural engineers for integrated design solutions.
  • Support planning submissions and technical approvals (Sections 38, 278, and 104).
  • Contribute to flood risk assessments (FRAs) and sustainable drainage (SuDS) strategies.
  • Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients.
  • Mentor junior engineers within the team.
  • What we're looking for:
  • A degree (BEng, BSc, or MSc) in Civil Engineering.
  • Proven experience in designing roads and drainage for UK development projects.
  • Knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewers for Adoption, and local authority standards.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Micro Drainage (or Info Drainage).
  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive problem-solving approach.
  • What you'll get in return:
  • Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
  • Hybrid working with flexible hours.
  • 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Company pension and private healthcare.
  • Strong CPD support and clear career progression.
  • Supportive team culture.
  • Interested in shaping future infrastructure? Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values quality, innovation, and work-life balance.

    If the role's salary, location, or seniority isn't the perfect fit, please send us your CV anyway. We regularly recruit similar roles across the UK at all levels and are eager to discuss your employment situation discreetly.

    Even if you're content in your current role, we welcome future introductions from Highway, Infrastructure, & Transportation professionals. Our Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest-growing in the country, with over 100 years of combined experience. Contact Adam Butler at Carrington West on  for more information.

    By applying, you agree for Carrington West to process your data according to our Data Protection Policy, sharing it with relevant third-party clients. To withdraw consent, please contact us.

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