Civil Engineer (Water Sector)
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

I am currently working on behalf of a well-established engineering consultancy to appoint a Civil Engineer to join their growing team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a major pipeline of work linked to AMP8 and beyond, supporting UK Water Authorities on large-scale infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative and dynamic team, contributing to the design and delivery of a wide range of water sector projects, including potable water networks, foul drainage, CSO remediation works, and both Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) and conventional surface water drainage schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake civil engineering design for water infrastructure projects
• Deliver designs for potable water mains, foul drainage, and surface water systems
• Support CSO remediation and SuDS design projects
• Prepare and manage statutory approvals (e.g. S104, S106)
• Utilise software such as MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage for 3D modelling
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met
• Contribute to a high-quality, client-focused service delivery

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 3+ years’ experience within the water sector (design and/or construction)
• Experience with potable, surface, and foul water systems
• Familiarity with statutory approval processes (S104, S106 etc.)
• Experience or exposure to SAB / SuDS approvals
• Proficiency with MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, or similar design tools
• Working towards or willing to pursue Chartership (ICE, CIWEM or similar)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

What’s on Offer

• Competitive, market-aligned salary
• Hybrid / flexible working to support work-life balance
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays (with Christmas shutdown)
• Additional leave entitlement based on length of service
• Company pension (5% employee / 7% employer)
• Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Full support towards Chartership and professional development
• Access to external training and internal CPD sessions
• A positive team culture with social and wellbeing initiatives

This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer looking to build a long-term career within the water sector, working on high-value infrastructure projects in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

To apply or find out more, please contact: callum.jones@aztrum.com