Civil Engineer – Highways/Drainage/Infrastructure

Civil Engineer – Highways, Drainage & Infrastructure Design

Location: Sheffield (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 + benefits
Company: Independent Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy

A well-established civil, structural, and geo-environmental consultancy is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its growing infrastructure team in Sheffield. The practice delivers innovative design solutions across residential, commercial, and public-sector developments, with a strong reputation for creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to build on solid technical experience in highways, drainage, and infrastructure design, while working within a modern, design-led consultancy that encourages professional growth and progression.

The Role

You’ll be involved in the design and delivery of highways, drainage, earthworks, and public realm infrastructure, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders from concept to completion. The role offers the opportunity to work independently while gaining mentorship and support toward chartership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design of highways, drainage, SuDS, earthworks, and external works schemes.
• Production and review of technical drawings, design reports, and specifications.
• Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies to support planning.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and design teams.
• Prepare and coordinate designs for Section 278, 38, and 104 agreements.
• Attend site visits and support construction queries.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and technicians.

About You

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent).
• Working toward Chartered status (ICE or similar).
• Knowledge of UK drainage and highway design principles.
• Experience using Civil 3D, MicroDrainage (or Causeway Flow), PDS, and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of SuDS design and local adoption processes.
• Excellent communication and teamworking skills.

Why Apply?

• Collaborative, design-led consultancy with diverse UK projects.
• Clear progression pathway and chartership support.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours.
• Competitive salary (£36,000 – £42,000 DOE) and annual bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Professional fees paid, private healthcare, and wellbeing support.