Senior Civil Engineer

Cardiff

£48,000 - £55,000

A well-established, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to play a key role in leading its Drainage Infrastructure capability within its Cardiff office.

Working as part of a collaborative and experienced technical team, the successful candidate will help steer the delivery of civil engineering design across a diverse infrastructure portfolio. The focus of the role centres on Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and traditional surface water solutions, supporting projects that range in complexity and scale.

This opportunity would suit an engineer who enjoys tackling technically demanding challenges, takes pride in high-quality delivery, and values building strong, service-led client relationships. The business fosters a culture where accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement are genuinely embedded in day-to-day operations.

Key Experience & Qualifications

• Experience in surface and foul water drainage design and/or construction, with strong familiarity of Sewers for Adoption and the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB)
• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering (Master’s level preferred)
• Chartered status achieved or close to completion with a recognised professional body such as ICE or CIWEM
• Proficient in 3D design and modelling tools including MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Autodesk ICM
• Working knowledge of statutory approval processes (e.g. Section 104 and 106 agreements)
• Experience engaging with SuDS Approval Bodies
• Understanding of national planning policy and infrastructure requirements relating to flood risk and drainage strategy
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineers at varying levels of experience
• Strong project management capability, including resource planning and the coordination of multiple live schemes
• Experience liaising with regulatory and statutory consultees such as Natural Resources Wales and the Environment Agency

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with market expectations
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• 24 days’ annual leave (excluding bank holidays), with a structured Christmas office closure
• Long-service leave enhancements
• Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme (5% employee / 7% employer)
• Payment of professional membership subscriptions
• Structured pathway toward Chartership where required
• Access to external training and ongoing CPD, alongside internal knowledge-sharing initiatives
• Active social and wellbeing initiatives

If you are interested in this Senior Civil Engineering position, please contact Callum at Aztrum via callum.jones@aztrum.com