Senior Civil Engineer (Grid)

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally.
At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning.
Arup''s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join.

Job description - the role

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.
On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer for a 12 month contract based in Birmingham or London.

Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience

Purpose of the role:
The Senior Civils Designer is responsible for producing high-quality, compliant civil engineering design deliverables, supporting the delivery of work packages to agreed scope, schedule, cost, and quality standards. This role draws on broad experience across highways, drainage, and utilities coordination, and collaborates closely with the Technical Project Lead, Discipline Design Lead, CDAE/Package Design Lead, and other team members to ensure technical excellence, innovation, and alignment with National Grid and AAJV standards.

What you''ll do:

• Produce design deliverables (drawings, calculations, reports, models) in accordance with project requirements, National Grid standards (e.g., TP188), and AAJV processes.
• Lead design packages for drainage, highways, and utilities coordination.
• Participate in design reviews, providing technical input and supporting assurance and sign-off.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to resolve cross-discipline issues and ensure integrated solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of design work, changes, and decisions.
• Liaise with planning authorities and stakeholders to support planning applications.
• Support onboarding and knowledge transfer of new team members.
• Engage in lessons learned and knowledge sharing activities.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of design processes and tools.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and wellbeing requirements.

The skills you''ll need:

• Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng MICE) with 7+ years of experience.

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering (BEng and MSc).

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microstation, and InfoDrainage.

• Experience in Section 278 schemes, sustainable drainage, and infrastructure projects including interconnectors and regeneration schemes.

About the client

About the client
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup''s internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.
If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists.
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