Job Description
Senior Civil Engineer Manchester£40,000 – £55,000 A growing infrastructure team in Manchester is looking for an experienced Civil Engineer or Senior Engineer to help deliver major residential-led development projects. This is an opportunity to join a specialist team working on large-scale schemes ranging from 50 units to several thousand homes.You’ll take a hands-on role in designing infrastructure, planning and detailed design stage, with real ownership and progression available.What you’ll be doing:• Leading or supporting the design of residential infrastructure projects• Developing drainage strategies, level plans and earthworks appraisals• Producing Flood Risk Assessments, Utilities Statements and technical notes• Working on S104 / S38 / S278 submissions and technical approvals• Preparing and coordinating planning-stage documents• Guiding junior engineers, checking work and ensuring project quality• Liaising with clients, design teams and local authorities• Managing elements of projects (Senior role: full project management + fee proposals + BD)What we’re looking for:• Several years’ post-graduate UK consultancy experience• Strong background in pre-planning and planning-stage infrastructure design• Proficiency with MicroDrainage & AutoCAD (Civils 3D beneficial)• Good technical understanding + strong communication skills• Someone driven who wants to develop themselves and support team growthWhat’s on offer:• £40,000 – £55,000 DOE• Clear scope for progression into a senior or leadership role• Supportive team culture with regular CPD and development• Flexible working (2-3 days in office per week)• Strong project pipeline with major national developersIf you’re a civil engineer wanting bigger projects, more responsibility and a supportive team environment, this is a standout opportunity.