Job Title:Design Lead / Associate Civil EngineerSalary: 65,000 - 70,000 (dependent on experience)Location:CroydonType:Permanent Hybrid About the Role:Our client is seeking an experienced Design Lead / Associate Civil Engineer to drive the design and delivery of complex water and infrastructure schemes across London and the South East.You''ll be responsible for leading multidisciplinary design teams, overseeing project delivery, and ensuring technical excellence at every stage - from concept through to construction support. This is a leadership role for a technically strong Chartered Engineer who can combine design delivery with project management and client engagement. About the Client:Our client is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment. Their work spans buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration, with a strong presence across the South East.Guided by their ethos of "Excellence Through Innovation," they deliver forward-thinking engineering solutions that go beyond compliance, improving outcomes for communities and the environment. Key Responsibilities:Lead and coordinate civil design across multiple water and infrastructure projects in London and the South East.Manage multidisciplinary design delivery (civil, structural, geotechnical, and MEICA).Oversee feasibility, outline, and detailed design stages, ensuring quality, compliance, and value.Act as a technical authority and client-facing design lead.Provide mentori