Assistant Civil Engineer: Design & Highways Projects

Attega Group; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday

Birthday Off

Pension

Bonus Scheme

Dress down Fridays

Bike to work scheme

Parental Benefits

EAP system access

Professional membership

Sick pay

Annual Flu Vaccinations

Job summary

Attega Group is seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to join a growing civil engineering and transport planning consultancy in the UK. You will support an expanding team on a diverse range of complex schemes for developers, local authorities and architects.

The role involves working on drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes, producing high-quality drawings and design packages, and assisting with project delivery and budgeting.

Qualifications

• HND, BEng, MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience working within a civil engineering consultancy.
• Experience working with local authorities, developers and architects on a range of civil engineering schemes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Site 3D, or equivalent 3D design software.
• Knowledge of relevant drainage and highway design standards, with willingness to learn new systems.
• Working towards ICE professional accreditation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, clients and suppliers.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to plan workloads, manage priorities and work calmly under pressure.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation, sustainable development and safe systems of work.
• Proactive approach with strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality work.

Responsibilities

• Work within a civil engineering design team responsible for drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes.
• Undertake civil engineering design work under supervision, including drainage systems in line with standards.
• Assist with the design of on-site and off-site highway features in line with standards and guidance.
• Act as a point of contact for clients on designated aspects of projects.
• Produce high-quality technical drawings and design packages.
• Support senior team members with project delivery and the completion of engineering work.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Assist with project budgets, monitor costs and contribute to quality improvements.
• Identify design risks and consider health, safety, welfare and environmental impacts.
• Support business development activities, including opportunities identification and marketing materials.
• Maintain professional development and work towards ICE accreditation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Client coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Site 3D

Job description

Attega Group is seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to join a growing civil engineering and transport planning consultancy in the UK. You will support an expanding team on a diverse range of complex schemes for developers, local authorities and architects.

The role involves working on drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes, producing high-quality drawings and design packages, and assisting with project delivery and budgeting.