The Client
We are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy delivering high-profile, technically challenging projects across the UK. This role offers the chance to work on diverse infrastructure, enabling works, and masterplanning schemes, while supporting a collaborative and award-winning team culture.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Civil who wants to shape high-profile infrastructure projects while working within a forward-thinking consultancy. You’ll have the chance to lead technically complex schemes, mentor the next generation of engineers, and contribute to a company that values both innovation and employee wellbeing.
You will be responsible for:
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Leading civil engineering projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring high-quality technical outputs
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Managing project commercial performance, including fee forecasting, cost control, invoicing, and variations
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Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and liaising with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
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Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and technicians
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Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety requirements (CDM 2015), quality systems (ISO 9001 & 14001), and internal governance procedures
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Supporting work-winning activities, tenders, bids, and internal technical knowledge sharing
Project focus includes:
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Roads and access road design (Local Design Standards, Manual for Streets, DMRB)
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Flood Risk Assessments and surface/foul water drainage strategies, including attenuation, SuDS, rainwater harvesting, and sustainable urban drainage solutions
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Earthworks, cut/fill analysis, car parks, and hardstanding design
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Utilities, underground drainage, and planning approvals (S38, S278)
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Supporting planning submissions, technical reports, and site-wide infrastructure solutions
Skills & Experience:
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6+ post-graduate experience in civil/infrastructure projects, with at least 1–2 years in the UK
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Proven experience in roads, drainage, earthworks, and utilities infrastructure
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Strong project management skills: budgeting, resourcing, scheduling, and client liaison
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Technical proficiency in InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage, Civil 3D / AutoCAD, Navisworks, KeySIGN, and vehicle tracking software
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Experienced in multidisciplinary collaboration with architects, engineers, and local authorities
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Excellent mentoring and team leadership capabilities
Benefits
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Hybrid working environment
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Competitive salary with discretionary bonus scheme
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Life and income protection insurance
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Private health cover and health cash plan
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Employer pension contribution (6%)
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25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 additional days), increasing with service
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Up to 4 ‘me days’ per year
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Monthly contribution to fitness-related expenses
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Access to professional development programmes and in-house Academy Learning
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Flexible working and career progression opportunities
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Enhanced maternity (up to 26 weeks full pay) and paternity leave (4 weeks full pay)
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Tax-free benefits for Cycle to Work Scheme and childcare fees
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Inclusive and supportive work culture, promoting diversity and collaboration