Senior Civil Engineer

Job Title: Civil or Senior Engineer
Location: Leicester
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (Dependent on Experience and Level)


Role Summary


A growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in Leicester is seeking a Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join their expanding team. With 18 staff in Leicester and a further 20 in their Birmingham office, the company is looking for a driven and ambitious engineer to support and lead infrastructure design projects – particularly within the residential and commercial sectors.


Key Benefits

• Career Progression – Excellent opportunities for professional development within a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Varied Project Work – Work with top-tier residential developers, offering steady and diverse project exposure.
• Flexible Working Hours – Start between 8:30 and 9:00 am, with the option to finish early on Fridays (4:00 pm) upon completion of weekly hours.
• Attractive Package – 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, and a performance-related bonus structure.

Main Responsibilities


The role offers a balanced mix of technical and leadership responsibilities, including:

• Infrastructure Design – Producing detailed designs for roads, drainage systems, and earthworks using software such as MicroDrainage, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD.
• Technical Approvals – Managing Section 38 and Section 278 technical approval processes with local authorities.
• Team Management – Leading and mentoring junior engineers to ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of projects.
• Planning and Compliance – Preparing Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies, and liaising with regulatory bodies on planning and environmental matters.

Candidate Profile


The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Professional Qualifications – Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards it, with membership of relevant institutions such as MICE, CIWEM, or CMIHT.
• Relevant Experience – A minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in civil engineering, ideally within residential development and infrastructure design.
• Leadership Skills – Confidence in leading projects and supporting junior colleagues.
• Business Acumen – An interest in business development and building strong client relationships, in line with the company’s continued growth plans.

 


This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated civil engineer looking to take the next step in their career – combining hands-on design, team leadership, and business development in a dynamic and expanding consultancy.


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