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About the Company
At Caulmert, we combine innovation, technical expertise, and a client-focused approach to deliver high-quality planning, environmental, and engineering solutions. With offices across the UK, we support clients in a range of sectors including infrastructure, energy, industry, residential and commercial development, and public services. As we continue to expand, our Engineering department will be the cornerstone for growth — and we are seeking passionate engineers to drive it forward.
About the Role
Are you a Principal Civil Engineer or experienced Senior Civil Engineer looking to make the next career step, with proven consultancy experience, who wants to be much more than a number in a crowd? Would you relish the opportunity to be part of a company where you can work both autonomously, and as part of a wider professional team, where you will have genuine opportunities to develop your career further? Caulmert currently has an opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to work in the Company’s Engineering Team.
Location: The role is hybrid and based in either Greater Manchester or North Wales.
Responsibilities
* Liaising with other members of the design team (either internal or external)
* Liaising with contractors, clients, third-party organisations and stakeholders, answering queries concerning technical detailing
* Attendance at design, project progress, and client engagement meetings
* Civil design to all relevant standards and European Codes
* Producing preliminary design solutions and reviewing with clients as part of the design strategy
* Producing detailed designs, calculations and specifications including GA and technical reviews
* Highways adoption applications Section 38 / 278
* Water company adoption applications Section 104 / 106
* Road alignments and corridor design
* Site wide Cut and Fill analysis
* Managing projects to cost, programme and sustainability criteria
* Supervising the engineering technicians on technical / construction details and undertaking QA reviews
* Mentoring and assisting junior staff
* Complying with designers’ duties under the CDM Regulations
* Promoting the company’s services and being alert to new opportunities
Qualifications
* Ambition, commitment and integrity
* Minimum BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering or equivalent
* At least 7 years post-qualification experience in civil engineering
* Chartered or near-chartered status with a relevant body (MICE)
* Detailed knowledge of civil design and detailing using all relevant UK and European codes of practice
* Knowledge of BREEAM, sustainability objectives and embodied carbon
* Good experience in engineering analysis and design software, including Microdrainage, Causeway, Site 3D, Civils 3D, AutoCAD
* Client-focused approach with good interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to prepare fee proposals to secure new projects for the business
* Confidence and ability in team and project management
* Ability to supervise and develop a team whilst working as part of a wider team
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy of own work and that of others working for you
* Ability to take action and make decisions without close supervision
* Commercial awareness
* UK driving license and own transport
* Competent at using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Pay range and compensation package
* Attractive and competitive salary package, reflecting experience and seniority
* Flexible working and hybrid options to support work–life balance
* Private medical care, pension, and additional benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement (minimum 5 weeks, plus bank holidays)
* Investment in your professional development, training, mentoring & CPD support
* Opportunity to purchase company shares / equity participation (employee-owned ethos)
* A friendly, inclusive, sociable environment across multiple offices
* Exposure to a diverse and high-impact project portfolio across sectors
* Real opportunity for career progression to Director / Board levels
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Company is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure a workplace where people are treated with dignity and respect, and where trust and empowerment are encouraged. As part of our recruitment process, Caulmert is expected to carry out a ‘Right to work’ check on all staff. This will require obtaining original copies of one or more of the ‘acceptable documents’ as given in the Home Office Guidance “An Employer’s Guide to Right to Work Checks”: 31 August 2021. Further information is available from our HR department upon request.
Contract Type: Permanent
How to Apply
We’re excited to hear from high calibre candidates who want to make an impact at Caulmert. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter (detailing your suitability, leadership vision, and career ambitions) to recruitment@caulmert.com. Alternatively, send applications to:
Donna Milne, HR Manager, InTec, Parc Menai, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4FG
Please note: Caulmert does not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or their terms unless pre-agreed with the HR Manager. Caulmert+1 Applications will be treated in confidence, and Caulmert is an equal opportunities employer.
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