Civil Engineers Detailed Design - Wide

Civil Engineers Detailed Design - All Levels (UK Wide)

At Jacobs, we challenge today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing.

Shape the Future of Water – Opportunities for Civil Engineers. The UK water sector is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades, with unprecedented investment creating a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to redefine water and wastewater infrastructure. We partner with the largest water companies, from feasibility and planning to design, construction management, and operations & maintenance, to deliver success.

We are looking for Civil Engineers at all levels – from early‑career professionals to experienced leaders – to join our offices across the UK. Whether you’re starting out or ready to take on a senior role, you’ll 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 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.

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

Joining Jacobs connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business and truly believe by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

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