Lead Civil Engineer

Description:

Lead Civil Engineer (Contract)

Working Location

Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid / Flexible Working)

Contract Type

Contract

Outside IR35

Water | Infrastructure | AMP Programmes

Role Overview

If you are a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer looking for a long-term contract opportunity where you can influence technical delivery while supporting a growing engineering team, this role offers a strong platform to make an impact on major water infrastructure projects across the UK.

The position focuses on technical leadership across regulated water projects, driving quality design and supporting a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Why This Role Stands Out

Outside IR35 contract
Long-term programme of secured AMP work
Flexible hybrid and remote working options
Opportunity to lead technical delivery across multiple projects
Strong pipeline of water and wastewater infrastructure schemes
Key Responsibilities

Lead civil engineering design activities across water infrastructure projects
Provide technical leadership to engineers, designers, and technicians
Manage project delivery from outline design through to detailed design
Review calculations, reports, and technical deliverables
Support multidisciplinary design coordination and project planning
Manage design quality, risk, and technical compliance
Work closely with clients and project stakeholders
Support resource planning and project prioritisation
Requirements

Strong civil engineering experience within the UK regulated water sector
Experience delivering clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Background in outline and detailed design delivery
Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and requirements
Experience leading technical teams and mentoring engineers
Chartered Engineer or equivalent experience preferred
Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline
How to Apply

Please send your CV or contact details to the recruitment contact provided in the original communication and they will be in touch