Senior Civil Engineer
WIGAN — Up to £60,000 per annum.
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join an award-winning Civil and Structural team at a consulting engineering firm based in Wigan. A minimum of 5+ years’ experience will enable you to play a key role in the delivery of civil engineering consultancy services across a range of projects – from feasibility and planning stages through to detailed design and construction.
Key Areas of Expertise
* Drainage and highway design
* Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
* Flood risk assessments
* Earthworks design
Responsibilities
The Senior Civil Engineer will lead day‑to‑day project delivery and collaborate with a skilled team of engineers and technicians to ensure quality, budget and timeline objectives are met.
Qualifications
* BEng, MEng, MSc, HND or HNC in Civil Engineering with a minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience within an engineering consultancy.
* Experience producing drainage and highway drawings, design calculations, technical reports and site appraisals.
* Knowledge of UK planning procedures and relevant design codes (Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Manual for Streets, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Local Authority Design Guidance and technical approvals).
* Working knowledge of technical software – AutoCAD, Microdrainage/Flow, Causeway Live/PDS/Civil 3D and AutoTrack.
* Experience working with residential developers.
* Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
* Self‑motivated, able to work on initiative and provide support or mentoring to others.
* Full UK driving licence advantageous.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Bonus scheme
* Pension contribution
* Generous holiday package
* Eye test
* Social events
* Career development
* Payment of subscriptions
* Employee referral scheme
Application
To discuss this Senior Civil Engineer role and other similar roles please get in touch with MIKAELA.
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