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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Fawkes & Reece Recruitment Group
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office, Value Engineering
- **Published:** July 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.constructionjobboard.co.uk/job/3699946/design-engineer/

## About the Role

* Possess a good all round knowledge of site development procedures and the road and sewer adoption process.
 * Extensive experience of working with contractors and knowledge of construction of roads, sewers and foundations for residential developments.
 * Experienced in the use of Microsoft office, AutoCAD and MicroDrainage. Experience using one or more of the following design packages: PDS, Civil 3D, or Site3D is essential.
 * Strong communication, listening and presentation skills with the ability to be able to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
 * Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment

## Description

* Carry out initial drainage and infrastructure feasibility designs to support land appraisals and cost planning.
 * Prepare early stage road and sewer layouts for site feasibility and value engineering purposes.
 * Assess site constraints and provide technical input during the land acquisition process.
 * Liaise with Technical, Land and Planning teams to inform site layouts from a drainage and levels perspective.
 * Instruct and manage external consulting engineers to undertake detailed road, sewer, and levels design.
 * Review and coordinate S104, S38, and S278 technical submissions prepared by consultants.
 * Manage and monitor progress of technical approvals from water authorities, highways departments, and lead local flood authorities.
 * Act as the internal technical lead for drainage and infrastructure delivery across multiple live and proposed sites.
 * Ensure consultant designs are buildable, cost efficient, and comply with relevant standards and regulations.
 * Provide clear technical briefs and feedback to consultants to achieve timely approvals.
 * Monitor and manage consultants' performance, budgets, and deliverables against project timelines.
 * Liaise with utility providers and statutory consultees as part of the infrastructure design process.
 * Prepare and present technical information to internal teams and directors.
 * Assist in resolving on-site technical issues in collaboration with the construction team.
 * Maintain accurate records of design iterations, approvals, and technical correspondence.
 * Attend site and design team meetings as necessary to track progress and align stakeholders.
 * Support procurement and commercial teams by providing infrastructure input into tender documents.
 * Keep up to date with changes in design standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Skills & Experience

 * Demonstrable successful track record in Road & Sewer Design, liaising with consultants, statutory bodies and subcontractors.


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