Posted 25 July, 2026
Contract Senior Civil Engineer
Strata Consulting
Manchester, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
\n Contract Senior Civil Engineer\n
#J-18808-LjbffrManchester (Hybrid Working)
\nContract | Outside IR35 (likely)
\nCompetitive day rate
\nA well‑established UK engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Contract Senior Civil Engineer to support the delivery of residential infrastructure projects. This is a hands‑on design role with a strong pipeline of work and flexible hybrid working.
The Role\nYou’ll be responsible for the detailed design and delivery of residential infrastructure schemes, working closely with internal teams, local authorities, and statutory undertakers.
Key responsibilities include\n- \n
- Detailed highways and drainage design for residential developments \n
- Preparation and submission of Section 38, Section 278 and Section 104 technical approval packages \n
- Supporting projects from detailed design through to technical approval \n
- Liaison with local authorities, water companies and external stakeholders \n
- Providing technical input and oversight where required \n
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- Proven experience as a Senior Civil / Infrastructure Engineer within a UK consultancy \n
- Strong background in residential development design \n
- Solid working knowledge of S38, S278 and S104 agreements \n
- Able to work autonomously in a contract role \n
- Experience using Civil 3D, MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage, AutoCAD (or similar) \n
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- Long‑term contract opportunity \n
- Hybrid working (Manchester office with flexibility) \n
- Competitive day rate \n
- Outside IR35 engagement (subject to assessment) \n
If you’re a Contract Senior Civil Engineer with strong residential infrastructure experience and availability in the near term, this is an excellent opportunity.
\nApply in confidence or get in touch for more details.
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