Lead Senior Civil Engineer - Join a High-Impact Infrastructure Team (Scotland)
> £56,000 - £65,000 + bonus + benefits (DOE)
> Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen OR Perth
> Hybrid working
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role with a business that's shaping Scotland's future infrastructure. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, this organisation supports some of the nation's most critical transport and civil engineering projects.
You'll be part of a collaborative team known for delivering high-value, complex infrastructure solutions across trunk roads, bridges, and transport networks, all while prioritising safety, environmental impact, and long-term performance.
About the Role
The business is recruiting for a Lead Senior Civil Engineer to join their dynamic structures team. With offices and design hubs across Scotland, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Perth and more, you'll be well-placed to contribute to projects that matter.
In this leadership role, you'll drive the delivery of technically sound civil engineering solutions, mentor junior team members, and play a hands-on part in some of the country's most significant road and infrastructure schemes.
You'll be contributing to major, multi-year contracts across Scotland's road network, as well as supporting civil design projects for Transport Scotland, local authorities, and industry partners.
Key Focus Areas
* Lead the development and delivery of engineering designs in line with technical standards and project specifications
* Support the preparation of high-quality documentation, calculations, and drawings
* Provide day-to-day mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced engineers
* Manage financial aspects of your projects, including cost control and resourcing
* Engage directly with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and clear communication
* Contribute to tendering, bid submissions, and business development activities
* Promote health and safety excellence in all aspects of design and project work
What Youll Need
* Proven experience in civil or structural engineering, ideally in a leadership or senior technical role
* Excellent technical design skills and the ability to work independently or guide a team
* Experience managing health and safety responsibilities within the built environment
* Comfortable being the go-to engineering contact on medium to large-scale infrastructure projects
* Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management
* Familiarity with industry-standard software for design and analysis
* Chartered or Incorporated status (or actively working toward it) is a strong advantage
Whats in it for You?
* A structured career path with dedicated mentoring and professional development support
* Flexible working options including hybrid, part-time, and location-flexible patterns
* Opportunities to work on long-term, high-profile infrastructure contracts
* Recognition for your achievements and support toward professional qualifications
* A culture that values wellbeing, inclusion, and a strong work-life balance
* If you're ready to make a real impact on Scotland's infrastructure and work with a forward-thinking, values-driven business, this could be your next big step.
Benefits
CPD training and development
Car allowance
Bonus
Pension
Life assurance cover
25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays, and additional days for length of service
You'll enjoy access to 100s of instant discounts for restaurants, shops, and the cinema.
keywords:
Chartered Civil Engineer, Highway Design, Road Design, Infrastructure Design, Civil Engineering Design, Drainage Design, Earthworks, Pavement Design, Junction Design
Roundabout Design, Bridge Design, Active Travel Infrastructure, Traffic Engineering
Transport Infrastructure, Road Safety Audits, Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS), Road Geometry, Traffic Modelling, Streetscape Design, Cycleway/Footway Design, Carriageway Design, Utilities Coordination, Public Realm Design