Civil Engineer (Water Infrastructure)

Civil Engineer (Water Infrastructure)

Cardiff | Hybrid Working

Salary up to £55,000 (although there is scope for higher, depending on experience)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineer to join a growing Water Infrastructure team in Cardiff, supporting the delivery of major investment programmes and long-term water sector frameworks.

Working alongside experienced Senior and Principal Engineers, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of a diverse range of projects across the water sector, including potable water networks, wastewater infrastructure, CSO remediation schemes, surface water management and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to broaden their technical expertise, work on nationally significant projects and progress their career within a supportive and collaborative consultancy environment.

We are able to offer sponsorship to overseas candidates, providing you have UK based experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Support the development of potable water, surface water and foul drainage designs.
• Produce technical calculations, reports and design documentation.
• Contribute to SuDS strategies, drainage assessments and flood risk solutions.
• Liaise with water authorities, local authorities and project stakeholders.
• Support project delivery across multiple schemes and frameworks.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Develop innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

About You

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1 years' experience within the UK water sector.
• Experience in potable water, surface water or wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with drainage modelling software such as MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage.
• Understanding of statutory approval processes, including S104 and S106 agreements.
• Exposure to SuDS design and delivery.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Keen to progress towards professional qualification with ICE or CIWEM

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Structured support towards Chartership.
• Professional membership fees paid.
• Ongoing technical and professional development.
• Healthcare cash plan, life assurance and pension scheme.
• Regular CPD, external training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Friendly, collaborative and supportive team culture.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team delivering critical infrastructure improvements across the UK water industry. You'll work on high-profile projects, gain exposure to major investment programmes and receive the support needed to develop both technically and professionally.

If you're looking for a role that combines career progression, challenging projects and genuine investment in your development, we'd love to hear from you.