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Infrastructure Civil Engineer

Chelmsford
money-bag £30000 - £40000/annum
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Infrastructure Civil Engineer 


 Location: Chelmsford

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 + Excellent Benefits

We are working on behalf of a well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy to find a Infrastructure Civil Engineer to join their expanding team in Chelmsford. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in the design and delivery of development-led infrastructure projects across the UK.

If you're passionate about shaping the built environment and delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions, this role offers real scope for career growth in a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy.


The Role

You’ll be involved in the full lifecycle of civil infrastructure projects, including:

  • Highways design and improvements
  • Drainage strategy and detailed design (SuDS, foul and surface water)
  • Utility coordination and diversion planning
  • Earthworks, levels, and pavement design

Working closely with clients, architects, and other disciplines, you’ll ensure technically robust solutions are delivered on time and within budget.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead or support the civil engineering design of infrastructure for development schemes
  • Prepare and review drawings, calculations, reports, and specifications
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant standards (e.g., DMRB, Sewers for Adoption, Building Regulations)
  • Manage and mentor junior engineers and technicians
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and attend client/design meetings
  • Assist in the preparation of fee proposals, budgets, and project programmes
  • Oversee quality, safety, and technical delivery across your projects

About You

We're looking for a technically strong and motivated engineer with a passion for infrastructure.

You’ll need:

  • A degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • 5–8 years of experience in UK-based infrastructure design (ideally within consultancy)
  • Solid working knowledge of highway and drainage design (Section 38, 104, 106, 278)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PDS, Flow/MicroDrainage, and related tools
  • Good communication skills and experience liaising with clients and local authorities
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable:

  • Chartered or working towards Chartered status (CEng MICE or similar)
  • Understanding of BIM workflows and collaborative digital tools
  • Experience supporting planning applications and public consultations


Why Join?

This is a company that genuinely values its people and their development. They offer:

  • A supportive and flexible working culture
  • Exposure to a wide range of high-profile infrastructure and development projects
  • Clear career progression pathways with CPD support and mentoring

Benefits include:

  • Competitive salary + performance bonus
  • Enhanced 5% employer pension contribution
  • Cycle to Work and EV salary sacrifice schemes
  • Mobile phone and vehicle access for qualifying roles
  • Buy/sell holiday options
  • Paid professional memberships
  • Season ticket loan
  • Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative team culture


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