Job Description
Senior Civil Engineer X 2 - Location: Bristol
Job Type: Permanent
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established, award-winning civil and structural engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions across the UK.
They work on a wide variety of projects, from small to large-scale developments, covering residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes. Their approach is collaborative, design-led and focused on producing practical, buildable and sustainable solutions from concept through to delivery.
The business offers a supportive working environment, long-term career progression and the opportunity to work on diverse and technically interesting projects.
The Role
Our client is looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Bristol office. This is a key role within the civil engineering team, offering the opportunity to take a hands-on position in the design, coordination and delivery of residential-led infrastructure projects, alongside other development work.
The role offers a broad mix of responsibilities, including civil design, drainage, highways/interface coordination and client liaison, with the chance to remain actively involved in design rather than moving into a purely managerial position.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to the civil engineering design of residential and mixed-use developments
Preparation and review of designs for:
* Highways and access infrastructure
* Surface and foul water drainage
* Levels, earthworks and external works
Delivery of projects from concept through detailed design and technical approval stages
Work with and manage junior engineers and technicians
Liaise with clients, local authorities and project stakeholders
Coordinate with internal structural and multidisciplinary teams
Contribute to project planning, programme delivery and commercial awareness
About You
Essential: Strong experience in residential infrastructure design
Background in a UK civil engineering design consultancy
Minimum 6+ years' industry experience
Confident client-facing skills with commercial awareness
Solid experience with Section Agreements:
* Section 278 (highways)
* Section 38 (adoptable roads)
* Section 104 (drainage)
* Section 185 (water mains)
Proficient in AutoCAD and civil design software such as:
* Civil 3D
* InfoDrainage (or equivalent drainage tools)
Hands-on engineer who enjoys remaining involved in design and project delivery
Well organised, with strong written and verbal communication skills
Ambitious and motivated, looking to take the next step in a senior-level role
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Long-term career progression within a stable consultancy
Exposure to a varied workload across residential and development-led projects
Supportive team environment with flexibility and autonomy
Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the Bristol team
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