Assistant Civil Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Billericay seeks an Assistant Civil Engineer to join their Infrastructure team. The role involves supporting senior engineers on various projects, contributing to designs in drainage and highways, and managing documentation. This hybrid position offers flexible hours and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Flexible hours (37.5/week) and paid overtime

25+ days annual leave, plus public holidays

Employee Ownership Trust bonuses

Qualifications

• Some experience with design standards (e.g., DMRB, Sewer Sector Guidance, CIRIA C753).
• Consultancy experience, ideally on residential schemes.
• Knowledge of project approval processes (S104, S38, S278).

Responsibilities

• Support senior engineers on project design and tasks.
• Contribute to drainage strategies and technical reports.
• Liaise with clients and manage project documentation.

Skills

Teamwork

Enthusiasm to learn

AutoCAD proficiency

Familiarity with design standards

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

Assistant Civil Engineer (Permanent)

Location: Billericay, Essex | Hybrid: 1-2 days WFH post-probation

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Civil Engineer to join our Infrastructure team in Billericay. You'll be part of an employee-owned consultancy delivering high-quality development infrastructure projects for residential, industrial, and commercial clients.

Projects range from 50 to several thousand units and cover all stages—from feasibility to construction support. You'll collaborate closely with in-house transport teams and contribute to designs in drainage, highways, and earthworks.

What You'll Need

• Enthusiasm to learn and work within a team
• Some experience with design standards (e.g., DMRB, Sewer Sector Guidance, CIRIA C753)
• Consultancy experience, ideally on residential schemes
• AutoCAD proficiency; knowledge of Site 3D, Civils 3D, or MicroDrainage is a plus
• Familiarity with S104, S38, S278 approval processes is beneficial

Your Responsibilities

• Support senior engineers on project design and technical tasks
• Contribute to drainage strategies, highway design, earthworks, and technical reports
• Help prepare drawings, calculations, and approval submissions
• Liaise with clients and manage project documentation

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Flexible hours (37.5/week) and paid overtime
• 25+ days annual leave, plus public holidays
• Employee Ownership Trust bonuses

This job is active and accepting applications.