Civil Design Engineer – Residential InfrastructureLocation: Colchester, EssexType: Full-time / PermanentWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Civil Design Engineer to join our dynamic and growing team, delivering high-quality infrastructure design packages for residential projects.In this role, you will be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive road and drainage design packs, engineering strategies, and interpreting cut & fill and drainage modelling outputs. You will work closely with clients and the wider design team to ensure that our civil engineering solutions are well-integrated and delivered in line with agreed scopes and schedules.Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and deliver infrastructure design packages for residential clients.
Develop engineering strategies and detailed designs for road and drainage systems.
Undertake and interpret cut & fill and drainage modelling.
Liaise effectively with clients, architects, structural engineers and technical managers to ensure a co-ordinated design approach.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards and planning policies throughout all design stages.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Proven ability to articulate and develop design strategies with clients and multidisciplinary design teams.
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Strong experience with cut & fill modelling and development levels design, including Part M accessibility considerations.
Proficiency in sewer modelling software, such as WinDes and/or InfoDrainage.
Sound knowledge of planning and LLFA policy, highways standards, and geotechnical design considerations.
Experience in preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
Familiarity with Building Regulations and NHBC Standards, particularly relating to private drainage, external works, fire access, and refuse strategies.

Desirable Experience:

Knowledge of the planning process for residential and small commercial developments.
Experience preparing due diligence assessments to support planning applications or pre-site acquisitions.

What We Offer: Our client pride themselves on creating a supportive and rewarding working environment where employees are empowered to develop their skills and fulfil their potential. As a key member of a close-knit team, you will be involved in all aspects of project delivery – from initial scoping through to final design and client liaison.Sound like something you're interested in? Hit APPLY or contact Lewis Woollard direct on .

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