Civil Engineer (Drainage & Infrastructure)

Location: Exeter City Centre

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

An established and growing consultancy is seeking an experienced Civil / Infrastructure Design Engineer to join its multidisciplinary team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key technical role within a respected practice that delivers high-quality civil and structural engineering services across residential and commercial developments.

Please note: Sponsorship is not currently available for this role

The Company

With over 30 years of proven success, this independent consultancy provides expert civil and structural engineering design to a wide range of clients across the South West and beyond. The consultancy is known for its collaborative culture, high technical standards, and long-standing relationships with developers, architects, and local authorities.

Located in the city of Exeter, the office is easily accessible by public transport and offers a friendly, supportive environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills and progress within the business.

The Role

Reporting directly to the management team, you will play a key role in the design and delivery of infrastructure and drainage projects, working on schemes from concept through to construction. Typical responsibilities include:

• Producing detailed designs for highways, drainage, and sustainable systems (SuDS).
• Developing drainage strategies and flood risk assessments.
• Preparing designs and documentation for Section 104, 106, and 278 agreements.
• Managing technical submissions and liaising with clients, local authorities, and project teams.
• Overseeing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Supporting and mentoring technicians and junior engineers.

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your projects, working closely with senior staff and clients in a collaborative and technically strong environment.

About You

• Experienced Infrastructure Engineer, ideally with a background in residential or commercial development.
• Proficient in Site 3D and AutoCAD 2D/3D, or similar software.
• Confident managing projects through all design stages, including construction support.
• Strong technical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing team.
• Rewards and Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience, health and life insurance, company pension scheme, flexible working conditions, supportive collaborative working environment, central Exeter location with excellent transport links, and genuine career progression opportunities within an expanding consultancy.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated Infrastructure Engineer looking for a long-term role within a respected and growing consultancy, please send your CV to Catherine Purtell -