Civil Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
Reading
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£60 / hour
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Civil Engineering Project Management Design Development Hydraulics Sewage Networks Pipeline Design

FULL DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Our client is seeking a Civil Engineer with 5+ years’ experience who is ready to hit the ground running. You’ll work closely with a senior engineer on a diverse portfolio of projects, including large-scale civil schemes and complex mechanical and electrical designs. Your work will cover design development and, when design work slows, involvement in project management and commercial activities. This role offers significant development opportunities due to the breadth of experience it provides.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Civil Engineer with 5+ years’ experience who is ready to hit the ground running. You’ll work closely with a senior engineer on a diverse portfolio of projects, including large-scale civil schemes and complex mechanical and electrical designs. Your work will cover design development and, when design work slows, involvement in project management and commercial activities. This role offers significant development opportunities due to the breadth of experience it provides.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established engineering organisation delivering innovative and complex infrastructure projects across the UK. They value versatility, technical expertise, and the opportunity for engineers to develop across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design development across civil, mechanical, and electrical schemes
  • Work closely with senior engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget
  • Support project management and commercial activities during design lulls
  • Contribute to the design of pipelines and apply knowledge of hydraulics and sewage networks
  • Engage in all aspects of project delivery as required

What Our Client is Looking For

  • 5+ years’ experience in civil engineering
  • Self-starter with a flexible, hands‑on approach
  • Broad design experience across civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines
  • Ability to design pipelines and familiarity with hydraulics/sewage networks
  • Strong team player willing to take on diverse tasks

What Our Client Offers

  • Exposure to a wide range of projects and technical challenges
  • Opportunities for professional development and skill growth
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment

Eligibility

  • Must be available to start soon
  • Contract is 3/6 months with potential extension

Opportunity for Growth

This role provides a unique chance to expand your engineering expertise across multiple disciplines while contributing to high-profile projects, paving the way for senior technical or project management positions.

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