Senior Civil Engineer (Civil 3D / BIM)

Overview

Position: Senior Civil Engineer (Civil 3D / BIM)

Location: Hybrid – 1 day per week in London office, remainder remote

Employment Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Civil Engineer with strong Civil 3D expertise to join our client’s team on major infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a candidate with proven experience in civil engineering design, BIM coordination, and clash detection who can contribute technical excellence and delivery on complex multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of civil engineering packages using Civil 3D.

Develop and manage BIM models, including setup and level management.

Undertake services modelling and clash detection, ensuring technical accuracy and resolving conflicts.

Support the preparation of drawings, calculations, and technical reports.

Collaborate closely with structural, MEP, and other engineering disciplines to deliver coordinated solutions.

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical oversight.

Ensure compliance with UK design standards, planning requirements, and project specifications.

Essential Skills & Experience

Advanced Civil 3D expertise - this is a must-have requirement.

Proven track record in BIM modelling, including setup and management of levels.

Hands-on experience with services modelling and clash detection tools (e.g., Navisworks).

Minimum 7 years' experience in civil engineering design and delivery.

Senior level background, ideally Chartered (CEng/IEng) or near-chartered.

Strong drainage design/modelling knowledge (MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage) - desirable.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Requirements

Must be based in the UK with a right to work in the UK. (No flexibility on this)

Must be within commuting distance of London (1 day per week in office).

What We Offer

Competitive day rate (Outside IR35).

Flexible hybrid working - only approx 1 day per week in London required.

Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects.

Longevity in your career as a freelance supplier.

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