Location: [Exeter]
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum
The Role
A leading, anonymous civil engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to join its team. You will play an important role in delivering integrated drainage and highways designs, with a strong emphasis on projects within the residential sector. In addition, you will work on commercial, mixed-use, and industrial schemes, ensuring that all designs meet technical, safety, and sustainability standards from initial concept through to construction.
Key Responsibilities
Development of drainage strategies and highways design for diverse projects, with a focus on residential applications.
Produce detailed technical documentation, including design calculations, reports, and specifications.
Support multidisciplinary teams to integrate civil designs with broader project requirements.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, including SuDS principles.
Support junior civil engineers, promoting professional development.
Assist in business development and help foster strong client relationships. Requirements
Experience in delivering drainage and highways projects within the residential sector, as well as exposure to commercial and industrial projects.
Chartered (or working towards chartership) with a recognised professional institution (e.g., ICE, IStructE) desirable.
Proficiency in civil design software (AutoCAD, relevant analysis tools) and modern digital design practices.
Strong project management and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver cost-effective, sustainable design solutions.
Full UK driving licence. What’s In It For You
Competitive salary from £40,000 to £60,000, negotiable depending on your experience.
Performance-based annual bonus.
Benefits package including pension, health cash plan and wellbeing perks.
Professional development opportunities with tailored training and support for chartership if applicable.
A collaborative, innovative work environment.
Exposure to a broad portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and industrial sectors.
Genuine opportunity to progress to Director/Partner in the future. The Company
This consultancy is well established and recognised for quality civil and structural engineering, delivering cutting-edge solutions across multiple sectors. With a commitment to technical excellence and sustainability, the company has a diverse project portfolio spanning residential, commercial, mixed-use, and industrial developments and deliver long-term value for clients. They have 4 offices across the UK, including their newest Exeter branch