Assistant Civil Engineer
Location: London
Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 plus benefits
I am recruiting for an Assistant Civil Engineer to join a leading water industry consultancy in London. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Civil Engineer with around two to three years UK consultancy experience who wants to build a long-term career in a sector experiencing sustained investment and demand.
This Assistant Civil Engineer role focuses on clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects supporting infrastructure renewal, resilience and environmental improvement. You will work closely with senior engineers, water companies and contractors, contributing to feasibility studies, civil layouts, pipeline routes and pumping station upgrades. The role offers exposure across design and delivery stages, alongside structured development and mentoring.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with civil design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects
- Produce drawings, calculations and technical reports
- Support senior engineers with project delivery and client coordination
- Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and external partners
- Contribute to site assessments and design development work
About You
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- Around two to three years UK consultancy experience
- Strong interest in water sector development and infrastructure delivery
- Confident using AutoCAD and relevant civil design software
- Good communication, problem-solving and organisational skills
Why Apply
This Assistant Civil Engineer position offers security, progression and technical development in a high-growth sector. The salary on offer is £30,000 - £36,000 plus benefits, with flexible working, structured development, professional support and the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure improvements across the region.
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years recruitment experience
