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Job Title: Lead Civil Engineer
Rate: £50 – £60 per hour (dependent on experience)
Location: Birmingham / Glasgow / Chester / Leeds (Flexible UK base / hybrid)
Type: Contract – Inside IR35, Hybrid
About the Role:
Our client is seeking Lead Civil Engineers to join their Delivery group, working on non-infrastructure UK water engineering projects. You will act as a technical specialist and/or in a lead role, developing and applying advanced engineering techniques, while guiding project teams to deliver high-quality outputs.
About the Client:
Our client is part of a global engineering and environmental group, delivering projects in over 100 countries. They combine innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence, offering employees opportunities to work on exciting projects worldwide while supporting flexible and hybrid working patterns in the UK.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance on design guides, standards, systems, and engineering codes.
- Prepare calculations and develop civil engineering deliverables (models, drawings, reports) within budget, schedule, and quality standards.
- Mentor and develop junior staff while promoting continuous improvement.
- Coordinate with internal and external teams on complex projects.
- Develop recommendations for materials, construction techniques, and project specifications.
- Serve as a technical specialist providing advice and guidance to project teams.
- Ensure compliance with all health & safety duties of designers.
What Our Client is Looking For:
- Civil Engineering design and/or hydraulics/structural background.
- Experience in design and build, particularly non-infrastructure water/wastewater treatment works.
- Proven ability to lead and manage a multidisciplinary team (civil, structural, geotechnical, hydraulics).
- Strong interpersonal skills to interface across disciplines and deliver engineering outputs efficiently.
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What Our Client Offers:
- Flexible, hybrid, part-time, and remote working patterns.
- Exposure to international-scale projects across multiple sectors.
- Supportive and inclusive culture with career development opportunities.
- Mentorship and training to enhance technical and leadership skills.
Eligibility:
Candidates must be legally able to work in the UK and hold relevant engineering qualifications and experience.
Opportunity for Growth:
This is a chance to advance your career in a respected, international engineering group, gain exposure to complex projects, mentoring opportunities, and potential pathways into permanent roles or further leadership responsibilities.
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