Civil Engineers Detailed Design - Wide

Civil Engineers Detailed Design – All Levels (UK Wide)

At Jacobs, we challenge today’s problems to reinvent tomorrow. We partner with the UK’s leading water companies—United Utilities, Northumbrian Water, Thames Water, Severn Trent Water, and Anglian Water—to deliver detailed design and Design & Build projects for water and wastewater infrastructure.

Whether you are starting out or ready to take on a senior role, you will help deliver detailed design and Design & Build projects in the water and wastewater sector. For senior roles, you will lead projects from concept through completion, ensuring high‑quality outcomes and compliance with regulatory and safety standards. For those earlier in their career, you’ll develop your skills on major frameworks and work alongside industry experts.

• Support or lead multidisciplinary civil engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Deliver innovative and sustainable design solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Ensure technical delivery meets regulatory and safety standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success.
• Contribute to mentoring and team development (for senior roles).
• Demonstrate exemplary health, safety, and wellbeing practices in line with our Beyond Zero approach.
• Build and strengthen relationships with our water sector clients.

• Experience in civil engineering, with knowledge of detailed design and/or design‑and‑build projects for water and wastewater assets.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and project lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with UK water sector regulations and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; leadership experience for senior roles.
• Professional membership (ICE or CIWEM) desirable but not essential.

• Grow Your Career – From early talent to seasoned professionals, we offer clear paths for progression and development.
• Shape the Future of Water – Work on innovative, high‑impact projects that protect resources and drive sustainability.
• Collaborate with the Best – Partner with industry‑leading clients and experts in a thriving, future‑focused sector.

Help deliver smarter, sustainable water solutions for generations to come. Apply today and be part of the change!

Seniority level:
Not Applicable

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Location:

London, England, United Kingdom