Senior Civil Engineer

Job Title: Contract Senior Civil Engineer

Location: London, UK

Sector: Residential & Commercial Projects

Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35 preferred)

Rate: Competitive (DOE)

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Contract Senior Civil Engineer to join a dynamic and growing engineering consultancy based in London. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of residential and commercial developments, contributing their technical expertise to a range of high-profile projects across the capital.

You’ll be working alongside a collaborative team of civil and structural engineers, architects, and planners, providing critical design and engineering input from concept through to construction.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead civil engineering design and delivery on a variety of residential and commercial schemes

Prepare and review drainage (SuDS), highways, and external works designs to UK standards

Produce detailed drawings, specifications, and technical reports

Manage and coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external consultants

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

Attend client and design meetings, offering solutions to engineering challenges

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards

Requirements:

Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)

Minimum 8 years’ experience, with strong UK project exposure

Extensive experience in residential and commercial developments

Proficient in Civil 3D, MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage, and AutoCAD

Strong understanding of UK design standards (e.g., Building Regs, Sewers for Adoption, DMRB)

Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) status (ICE or equivalent)

Previous experience working under contract/freelance arrangements

Familiarity with planning applications and section agreements (S104, S106, S278, S38)

What’s on Offer:

Opportunity to work on a diverse range of London-based projects

Flexible working arrangements (hybrid possible)

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Competitive day rate

Potential for contract extension or repeat engagements