Infrastructure Engineer

Infrastructure Engineer
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to gain exposure to major residential development schemes and further develop your technical expertise within a supportive and ambitious team.
You will be joining a specialist infrastructure team delivering projects from feasibility through planning, detailed design and construction. With schemes ranging from 50-unit developments to large-scale, multi-thousand-home communities, this role offers varied project experience and clear career progression.
Based in the Essex office, you will work closely with experienced engineers and industry specialists, gaining hands-on exposure to complex infrastructure challenges while continuing to build your professional skillset.
Key Responsibilities:
As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will:
Support the design and coordination of drainage and development infrastructure projects
Work closely with senior engineers to deliver accurate, high-quality outputs
Develop concept and detailed drainage strategies using recognised industry software
Produce levels strategies and assist with earthworks appraisals
Prepare planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, drainage technical notes and utilities statements
Undertake due diligence reviews to support land acquisition decisions
Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure projects progress efficiently
Requirements:
Post-graduate (or equivalent) experience in drainage, highways or development infrastructure
Experience across pre-planning, planning and detailed design stages, including familiarity with S104, S38 and S278 processes
Proficiency in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD, with Civil 3D knowledge advantageous
Strong technical ability, attention to detail and effective communication skills
A proactive attitude with a desire to learn, develop and contribute to a growing team
Salary & Benefits:
You will receive a competitive salary alongside an attractive benefits package, including:
Performance-related bonus (with potential tax advantages through employee ownership)
Full support towards Chartership and ongoing professional development
Funded training, courses and mentorship opportunities
Flexible working arrangements (subject to agreement)
Enhanced pension contributions
Structured training programmes with university/college support
Paid overtime for key project deadlines
Access to employee perks platform, including discounts and cycle-to-work scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan to support commuting
This role is based in the Essex office, with an expectation of office presence alongside some flexibility for hybrid working. You will be part of a team that actively invests in your development, offering structured progression and exposure to major UK residential infrastructure projects.

FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are technically suited to this role, but the salary, location or seniority is not quite right, please still feel free to send us your CV. We regularly recruit for similar roles across the UK at all levels and would be happy to discuss your situation confidentially.
Even if you are not actively looking, we always welcome conversations with Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals looking to build relationships for the future. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is one of the fastest growing in the UK, with a specialist team offering over 100 years of combined experience.
For more information, please contact Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
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