Lead Civil Engineer
Posted on Jun 25, 2026 by CV-Library
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Lead Civil Engineer
Working Location
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Contract Type
Permanent
About the Role
If you're a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer looking for the opportunity to shape and grow a team rather than simply deliver projects, this could be an excellent next step.
This role is with a growing engineering business delivering major water infrastructure projects across the UK and is ideal for someone who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and developing a high-performing design team.
Why This Role Stands Out
Opportunity to lead and grow an established civil engineering team
Strong influence over project delivery, technical standards, and team development
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid or remote options available
Long-term secured workload across major AMP programmes
Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the civil engineering function
Key Responsibilities
Leading a team of Civil Engineers, Designers, and Technicians
Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers
Managing team workload, resource planning, and project priorities
Providing technical leadership across water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Supporting outline and detailed design activities
Reviewing engineering deliverables and maintaining quality standards
Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
Supporting recruitment, capability growth, and team development initiatives
Requirements
Strong civil engineering experience within the UK regulated water sector
Experience leading teams and developing engineering capability
Background delivering water or wastewater infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of outline and detailed design processes
Commercial awareness and project delivery experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership 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
Working Location
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Contract Type
Permanent
About the Role
If you're a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer looking for the opportunity to shape and grow a team rather than simply deliver projects, this could be an excellent next step.
This role is with a growing engineering business delivering major water infrastructure projects across the UK and is ideal for someone who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and developing a high-performing design team.
Why This Role Stands Out
Opportunity to lead and grow an established civil engineering team
Strong influence over project delivery, technical standards, and team development
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid or remote options available
Long-term secured workload across major AMP programmes
Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the civil engineering function
Key Responsibilities
Leading a team of Civil Engineers, Designers, and Technicians
Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers
Managing team workload, resource planning, and project priorities
Providing technical leadership across water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Supporting outline and detailed design activities
Reviewing engineering deliverables and maintaining quality standards
Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
Supporting recruitment, capability growth, and team development initiatives
Requirements
Strong civil engineering experience within the UK regulated water sector
Experience leading teams and developing engineering capability
Background delivering water or wastewater infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of outline and detailed design processes
Commercial awareness and project delivery experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership 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
Reference: 225291007
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Lead Civil Engineer
Posted on Jun 25, 2026 by CV-Library
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Lead Civil Engineer
Working Location
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Contract Type
Permanent
About the Role
If you're a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer looking for the opportunity to shape and grow a team rather than simply deliver projects, this could be an excellent next step.
This role is with a growing engineering business delivering major water infrastructure projects across the UK and is ideal for someone who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and developing a high-performing design team.
Why This Role Stands Out
Opportunity to lead and grow an established civil engineering team
Strong influence over project delivery, technical standards, and team development
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid or remote options available
Long-term secured workload across major AMP programmes
Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the civil engineering function
Key Responsibilities
Leading a team of Civil Engineers, Designers, and Technicians
Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers
Managing team workload, resource planning, and project priorities
Providing technical leadership across water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Supporting outline and detailed design activities
Reviewing engineering deliverables and maintaining quality standards
Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
Supporting recruitment, capability growth, and team development initiatives
Requirements
Strong civil engineering experience within the UK regulated water sector
Experience leading teams and developing engineering capability
Background delivering water or wastewater infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of outline and detailed design processes
Commercial awareness and project delivery experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership 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
Working Location
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Contract Type
Permanent
About the Role
If you're a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer looking for the opportunity to shape and grow a team rather than simply deliver projects, this could be an excellent next step.
This role is with a growing engineering business delivering major water infrastructure projects across the UK and is ideal for someone who enjoys technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and developing a high-performing design team.
Why This Role Stands Out
Opportunity to lead and grow an established civil engineering team
Strong influence over project delivery, technical standards, and team development
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid or remote options available
Long-term secured workload across major AMP programmes
Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the civil engineering function
Key Responsibilities
Leading a team of Civil Engineers, Designers, and Technicians
Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers
Managing team workload, resource planning, and project priorities
Providing technical leadership across water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Supporting outline and detailed design activities
Reviewing engineering deliverables and maintaining quality standards
Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
Supporting recruitment, capability growth, and team development initiatives
Requirements
Strong civil engineering experience within the UK regulated water sector
Experience leading teams and developing engineering capability
Background delivering water or wastewater infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of outline and detailed design processes
Commercial awareness and project delivery experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership 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
Reference: 225291007
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