Assistant Civil Engineer/Technician

Pertemps; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil and structural engineering consultancy in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Assistant Civil Engineer/Technician to join their civils team. The role involves managing projects in drainage and infrastructure, with opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. The company offers a supportive environment for pursuing qualifications and emphasizes performance rewards.

Benefits

Support for professional qualifications

Mentorship programmes

Regular salary and position reviews

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Bonus scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Produce highway, drainage, and external works drawings under supervision.
• Manage the entire project lifecycle.

Skills

Communication

Education

Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Construction and Built Environment

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Micro drainage software

Job description

Assistant Civil Engineer/Technician


Wakefield


Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 - Dependant on Experience


A civil and structural engineering consultancy with a team of 20 is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic assistant civil engineer/technician to join their civils team of four in Wakefield.





This consultancy’s workload is divided as follows:

• Drainage associated with building projects (75%)
• Earthworks/infrastructure drainage design (25%)
• Highways (5%)

They work across a range of exciting project sectors, including commercial, office developments, residential, warehousing, student accommodation, and retail parks. Their client base spans both the private and public sectors, with project values ranging from £500,000 to £30 million. Engineers/Technicians here are involved in managing the entire project lifecycle.





With ambitious plans for growth over the next 12–18 months, the consultancy aims to expand its team to 30.





Benefits:

• Support for candidates pursuing professional qualifications (e.g. IEng, CEng), although no formal training procedures are in place.
• Mentorship programmes provided by external organisations.
• Regular salary and position reviews.
• A strong emphasis on rewarding performance rather than just qualifications.
• Pension scheme, healthcare, bonus scheme, and cycle-to-work scheme.

Job Duties & Experience:

• At least 2-3 years plus of relevant experience.
• Display excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Intermediate knowledge/user of AutoCAD Civil 3D & Micro drainage software.
• Responsible for producing highway, drainage and external works drawings under the supervision of senior team members.
• Qualified to at least a Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Construction and Built Environment (Civil Engineering).
• Support will be offered for continuing education to degree level.