Senior Civil Engineer – Leicester
Salary : £50,000 – £60,000 (open to discussion based on experience)
Location : Leicester (within 1 hour’s commute) – relocation considered
Company : Leading Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy
About the Company
A design-led civil and structural engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for technical excellence and creative delivery. With offices in Leicester and Birmingham — and expansion planned into London and Lincoln — the company works across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, leisure, and heritage sectors.
They pride themselves on a hands‑on culture where initiative, collaboration, and accountability are valued — and where you’ll see the impact of your work every day.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to take a leading role within the Leicester office. You’ll oversee day‑to‑day project delivery, mentor junior team members, and step up to lead the team in the Principal Engineer’s absence.
You’ll work on a wide range of projects, helping drive the consultancy’s next phase of regional growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver civil infrastructure design projects (drainage, highways, earthworks, and external works).
* Use Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, and Causeway Flow to produce high‑quality design deliverables.
* Ensure compliance with UK design standards and quality expectations.
* Manage workloads, resources, and deadlines effectively.
* Provide technical mentorship and leadership to the civil engineering team.
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and local authorities with professionalism and confidence.
* Contribute to business development and the growth of regional offices.
About You
* Chartered (CEng) or close to chartership.
* 5-10 years’ experience in civil infrastructure design within consultancy.
* Proficient in Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, and Causeway Flow .
* Proven leadership and project management capability.
* Confident communicator with a proactive mindset.
* Based within 1 hour of Leicester (or open to relocation ).
What’s on Offer
* A genuine leadership opportunity, stepping up to manage the Leicester team when the Principal Engineer is away.
* Work on a diverse and interesting portfolio across multiple sectors.
* Join a growing, design‑led consultancy with major regional expansion plans.
* Flexible salary discussion – the firm prefers to see what top candidates believe they’re worth.
* Supportive culture, visible impact, and career growth potential.
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