Civil Engineer Drainage & Infrastructure

Acorn · Exeter, Devon

Civil Engineer Drainage & Infrastructure at Acorn, based in Exeter, Devon. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Exeter, Devon
Contract
Permanent
Posted
8 hours ago
Closes
20 Oct 2026

Reference a1WNz000004poi1MAA_1789980615

About the role

Civil Engineer | Drainage Engineer | Infrastructure Engineer | Civil Design Engineer

Exeter City Centre | £35,000-£50,000+ per annum DOE | 37.5 Hours per Week | Monday-Friday | Permanent | Office Based

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Civil Engineer to join a thriving multi-disciplinary consultancy based in Exeter city centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Drainage Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer or Civil Design Engineer looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Working across a varied portfolio of residential and commercial developments, you'll be responsible for delivering highways, drainage, SuDS and infrastructure design projects from concept through to construction. You'll enjoy genuine project ownership while receiving support towards professional development and Chartership.

What We Offer
  • £35,000-£50,000+ per annum, depending on experience.

  • Training and support towards Chartership.

  • Flexible working.

  • Life and health insurance.

  • Pension contribution.

  • Competitive holiday allowance.

  • Genuine career progression opportunities.

  • Collaborative and supportive working environment.

  • Office based in Exeter city centre with excellent transport links.

Key Duties
  • Design and deliver drainage strategies for residential and commercial developments.

  • Produce Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) designs.

  • Prepare Section 104, Section 106 and Section 278 agreements.

  • Design highways and civil infrastructure solutions.

  • Liaise with clients, local authorities and internal project teams.

  • Manage projects from concept through to construction.

  • Mentor and support junior engineers.

  • Ensure projects are delivered to programme and budget.

Requirements
  • Previous experience as a Civil Engineer with drainage design experience.

  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Site 3D, Civils 3D, InfoDrainage or similar software.

  • Good understanding of Section 104, Section 106 and Section 278 agreements.

  • Ability to manage your own projects and prioritise workload.

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable
  • Experience working on residential and commercial developments.

  • Business development or client relationship management experience.

  • Working towards or interested in Chartership.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Civil Engineer, Drainage Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Civil Design Engineer, Highways Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer looking for an opportunity in Exeter with career progression and Chartership support, apply online today with your up-to-date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Reference: a1WNz000004poi1MAA_1789980615 · Posted 8 hours ago · Closes 20 Oct 2026 · Listed via Acorn

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