Senior Civil Engineer
Nottingham | £40,000 - £50,000 + Hybrid + Flexible Working Hours + Bonus + Christmas Shutdown
We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join a growing consultancy in Nottingham. This is a great opportunity to take a leading role within a small, supportive team delivering a wide variety of civil and structural engineering projects, including public realm schemes, highways, active travel, residential developments, commercial units, schools, and high-tech industrial facilities.
The Role
* Supervise and manage the delivery of multiple projects, leading small delivery teams from pre-planning through to on-site delivery.
* Produce and check civil engineering designs, including levels, drainage, earthworks, and external works, ensuring technical quality and client satisfaction.
* Prepare and review highway design packages to Local Authority approval standards.
* Mentor junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring quality standards are met.
* Oversee commercial aspects of smaller schemes, including fee proposals, invoicing, and managing variations.
* Coordinate civil engineering design with in-house structural teams and with external multidisciplinary consultants.
* Lead by example, maintaining professionalism, diligence, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
About You
* Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
* Chartered, or working towards Chartered status, with a recognised institution (e.g. ICE).
* Strong background across a range of civil engineering disciplines, with experience delivering schemes to both private and public sector standards.
* Good knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including Building Regulations, Local Authority guidance, DMRB, Specification for Highway Works, and Sewerage Sector Guidance.
* Experience working with Sectional Agreements under the Highways Act (S38, S278) and Water Industry Act (S104, S106).
* Proficient in industry-standard design software such as Civil 3D, PDS, Flow, and MicroDrainage.
* Capable of managing competing workloads and leading small project delivery teams.
* Strong communication and organisational skills with a proactive approach.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
* Up to 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off + office closed over Christmas (typically two weeks, not taken from holiday allowance).
* Flexible working options following probation.
* Workplace pension scheme (5% employee contribution / 3% employer contribution, reviewed annually).
* Regular CPD sessions tailored to your role and career progression.
* Annual bonus scheme linked to company performance.
* Free gym membership.
* Cycle to work scheme.
Culture & Development
You’ll be joining a consultancy that values collaboration, progression, and technical excellence. As one of the early recruits in a growing civil engineering team, you’ll have the opportunity to shape its future direction, mentor junior colleagues, and take on significant responsibility, all while working on a diverse and engaging project portfolio