Senior Civil Engineer

Infrastructure / Drainage (Residential)

Location: Bristol  (hybrid / office-based as required)

Rate: £38-45 per hour – Outside IR35

Contract: rolling contract (strong likelihood of extension)

The Role

An established civil engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Contract Civil Design Engineer to support a growing residential infrastructure workload across the region.

The role will focus on delivering drainage and highways design for residential-led developments, from early-stage layouts through to detailed design and technical approvals.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver infrastructure and drainage design for residential developments

Design foul and surface water systems using MicroDrainage / Causeway Flow

Produce levels, earthworks and estate road designs using Site 3D

Support schemes through planning, detailed design and technical approval stages

Prepare drawings and calculations for S104, S38 and S278 approvals

Liaise with local authorities, statutory undertakers and internal project teams

Work independently while contributing to wider project delivery

About You

Strong consultancy background in civil infrastructure design

Proven experience delivering residential drainage and highways projects

Confident user of MicroDrainage / Causeway Flow and Site 3D

Solid understanding of UK design standards and adoption processes

Able to manage workload independently and meet programme deadlines

What’s on Offer

£38-48 per hour, Outside IR35

Immediate start available

Variety of residential/commercial projects

Long-term contract potential