Civil Engineer - Water infrastructure projects

Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure Projects (Southern Water)
South Coast / London / Site-Based
£55,000 - £65,000 + Package
A strong opportunity for a Civil Engineer to step into a design-led role on major water infrastructure projects across the Southern Water region.
This position offers exposure to a wide variety of schemes, from treatment works upgrades to reservoir and structural projects, all within a technically challenging environment where no two projects are the same.
Ideal for someone with 3-5 years' experience who wants to move beyond pure design and gain real involvement in project delivery, working closely with site teams and influencing how schemes are built.

Why this role stands out
Work across a diverse portfolio of water projects, not just a single scheme
Gain exposure to complex upgrades within live operational environments
Involvement from early-stage design through to commissioning
Strong blend of design office and site-based engineering
Long-term pipeline of work across the Southern region

The role
This is a design-focused position with a clear link into delivery. You'll be:
Developing design briefs and managing incoming engineering requirements
Producing calculations, risk assessments, sketches and technical outputs
Designing concrete structures, tanks, supports, and water infrastructure assets
Supporting temporary works design to facilitate construction
Working closely with delivery teams to refine practical solutions
Attending site to review progress and ensure designs are implemented effectively
Projects will range from treatment works upgrades and detention tanks through to reservoirs and complex structural interventions, often within constrained and operational environments.

What's needed
3-5 years' experience within civil engineering design
Strong grounding in structural design (Eurocodes / British Standards)
Experience with reinforced concrete design and detailing
Ability to interpret ground investigation reports
Proficiency in 2D CAD and FEM software
Confident communicator, comfortable working across design and site teams

Desirable experience
Water or utilities sector exposure
Temporary works (excavations, cofferdams, trench support)
Crane platforms / piling mats
Concrete sequencing and construction methodology
Lifting design (anchors, lifting points, etc.)
Python or similar programming

Location & working pattern
Flexible base depending on preference:
London
Havant (South Coast)
Site locations across the Southern Water region (typically between Portsmouth and Battle)
1 day per week hybrid working available
Typical hours:
oMon-Thurs: 08:00-18:00
oFri: 08:00-16:00

Package
£55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
27 days leave + bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown)
Travel, mileage and accommodation covered where applicable