Civil Engineer & Senior Civil Engineer

Overview The Civil Engineer will support the delivery of civil engineering design solutions across projects, working closely with Project Managers and senior staff. The role involves technical design, client liaison, and contributing to the successful delivery of p rojects to programme, budget, and quality standards. The role supports progression towards professional qualification (IEng/CEng) through structured experience aligned with ICE attributes, including technical competence, responsibility, communication, lead ership, and professional commitment. Roles and Responsibilities Engineering Knowledge & Application * * * * Undertake feasibility, concept, and detailed design for infrastructure projects including drainage, SuDS, highways, levels, and earthworks Apply engineering principles and sound professional judgement to solve technical problems, producing calculations, drawings, and specifications Develop practical, sustainable, and cost life performance effective design solutions that consider buildability, risk, and whole Maintain working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the role of the Health and Safety Executive as the Building Safety Regulator, applying relevant requirements to design work, particularly where projects involve higher Leadership & De risk buildings, duty holder velopment * responsibilities, competence, and clear project information Support and mentor technicians or junior team members where appropriate, contributing to knowledge sharing and team development * * Proactively develop skills and competencies aligned with ICE professional development requirements Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, quality, and delivery Communication & Collaboration * * * * Liaise effectively with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to support project delivery and informed decision making Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams Develop direct relationships with clients and contribute to client satisfaction technical audiences Delivery & Responsibility * * * * Take ownership of defined design packages, ensuring delivery to agreed scope, programme, budget, and quality standards Support Project Managers in coordinating project activities and meeting client requirements Contribute to technical reports, design reviews, and project documentation Understand and manage own time and resource to support project profitability (e.g. utilisation, programme adherence) Professional Commitment * * * * Work in accordance with relevant standards, codes, company procedures, and quality management systems Demonstrate awareness of health, safety, wellbeing, risk management, and environmental considerations in design and delivery Apply sustainable engineering principles in the development of solutions Actively pursue professional qualification (ICE or equivalent), maintaining continuous professional development (CPD) and demonstrating professional and ethical conduct Page 1 of Civil Engineer 2 Key Skills & Experience * * 2:1 Degree in relevant subject / HND+2 / Equivalent Experience in drainage and infrastructure design * * * Familiarity with Civil 3D and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage Understanding of highways design (S38, S278) and development infrastructure Strong problem solving, communication, teamwork, and organisational skills Ideal Profile * * * 2 5+ years' experience Developing technical independence, sound judgement, and increasing responsibility in project delivery Motivated to achieve ICE professional qualification and progress towards professional review readiness CSFs/KPIs (SMART Objectives) * * * Increased client satisfaction year on year. Evidence to be provided at annual reviews. Understand your resource and strive to deliver a utilisation in excess of 85% (by completing timesheets on time to assist in the production of these figures) Ability to demonstrate project success. This will be demonstrated by reviewing projects on closure and reporting on their success. The Engineer should be competently able to report financial success on projects via a £/hour project statistic. They should a lso be able to report on resource availability and resource requirements for future using reporting project forecasting. * CPD/Chartership Journey commencing Progression Route * Staff Category 5 Senior Engineer/Technician Manager

Overview You will take responsibility for leading the design, planning, and delivery of civil engineering projects while providing technical guidance and support to junior team members. Overseeing construction, ensuring designs are safe, practical, cost projects from initial feasibility through to effective, and compliant with relevant standards and regulations. Roles and Responsibilities Engineering Knowledge & Application * * * * Lead the development and delivery of engineering designs across multiple projects and stages of the project life cycle Take responsibility for technical decisions, applying sound engineering judgement to deliver safe, efficient, evidence based, and compliant solutions Apply relevant legislation, standards, and regulatory requirements, including the Building Safety Act 2022 and guidance issued by the HSE through the Building Safety Regulator, particularly where projects involve higher risk buildings or enhanced building control requirements Contribute to compliant design information, change control, and clear communication of building safety risks and assumptions, supporting gateway submissions and the maintenance of accurate project records where applicable * Solve complex engineering problems, identify project requirements, risks, and opportunities, and provide guidance on technical matters Leadership & Management * * * * * * Manage and mentor graduates, trainees, and technicians, supporting ICE development objectives and the development of others Plan and oversee project delivery and resources, ensuring performance against programme, budget, quality, and client expectations Monitor utilisation, forecast resource demand, and contribute to financial performance of projects Drive efficient project execution, promote best practice, and contribute to continuous quality improvement and commercial performance Lead performance reviews (PDRs), support recruitment, and manage team performance Drive compliance with company QMS and continuous improvement of technical standards Communication & Stakeholder Engagement * * * * Act as a key client interface, building and maintaining professional relationships Lead meetings and present technical solutions to clients, regulators, and stakeholders Negotiate and influence outcomes to achieve effective project solutions Contribute to business planning, service development, and growth of client accounts Project & Commercial Responsibility * * * Take ownership of projects of varying scale and complexity Contribute to tender preparation, project planning, business development activities, and sound statutory and commercial decision making Monitor and manage project risks, resources, contractual considerations, and financial performance Professional Commitment * * Champion high standards of health, safety, and risk management in all design activities Promote sustainable and environmentally responsible engineering solutions, recognising whole and climate resilience Page life outcomes 1 of Senior Civil Engineer 2 * * * * Ensure compliance with technical standards, legislation, and quality systems Demonstrate commitment to professional ethics, inclusive practice, and best practice Actively support ICE training schemes and mentor team members toward chartership Maintain and evidence ongoing CPD to enhance professional competence Key Skills & Experience * * * * * * 2:1 Degree plus 3/HND in Civil Engineering Significant experience in drainage and infrastructure design Strong capability in Civil 3D and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage Experience working with local authorities, regulators (LLFA, EA), and stakeholders Chartered or near Chartered (ICE or equivalent) 5 10+ years' experience Additional Expectations * * * Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development capability Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high quality outcomes Commercial awareness and contribution to business performance Ideal Profile * * Confident leading projects, teams, and client relationships Demonstrates leadership, independent judgement, and professional commitment aligned with ICE Chartered Engineer competencies CSFs/KPIs (SMART Objectives) * * * % increase in revenue or net spend from key accounts year Post project client satisfaction score    Project  delivery  performance (On Time & On Budget Rate) on Progression Route * Staff Category 6 - Team Leader / Principal Engineer