Associate Civil Engineer

Vertical Recruitment Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Office in Bristol or Cardiff

Job summary

Vertical Recruitment Limited partners with an established engineering consultancy to appoint an Associate Civil Engineer in Bristol. The role leads a Civil Engineering team across the South West, Wales and Midlands, delivering a diverse range of projects.

The position offers a £65,000 - £75,000 salary, hybrid working with two days working from home per week, and a real leadership opportunity to grow the civil engineering capability and client base in the region.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Experience working within a UK civil or multidisciplinary engineering consultancy.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets.
• Experience developing client relationships and supporting business development.
• Excellent knowledge of UK engineering standards, regulations and design procedures.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Civil Engineering team across the South West, Wales and Midlands.
• Manage and oversee civil engineering projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery.
• Prepare fee proposals, manage project budgets and ensure successful commercial delivery.
• Support business development activities, identifying new opportunities and establishing long-term client relationships.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex civil engineering projects.
• Oversee the preparation of technical designs, drawings, specifications and reports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage project programmes, resources and deliverables to ensure deadlines and budgets are achieved.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to the development of a high-performing team.
• Maintain high technical standards and ensure compliance with relevant engineering regulations, procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Work closely with senior management to support the strategic growth of the business.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relations

Communication

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Associate Civil Engineer - Bristol

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Location: Bristol

Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days working from home per week

About the Opportunity

We are currently working with an established and respected engineering consultancy looking to appoint an experienced Associate Civil Engineer to lead and develop its Civil Engineering capabilities across the South West, Wales and Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Civil Engineer looking to take on a senior leadership position, with genuine responsibility for growing a team, developing client relationships and helping shape the future direction of the civil engineering division.

Based in either Bristol, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to build and lead a dedicated team while delivering a diverse range of civil engineering projects.

The position offers a competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000, alongside hybrid working with two days working from home per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Civil Engineering team, supporting its continued growth across the South West, Wales and Midlands.
• Manage and oversee civil engineering projects from initial concept through to detailed design and delivery.
• Prepare fee proposals, manage project budgets and ensure successful commercial delivery.
• Support business development activities, identifying new opportunities and establishing long-term client relationships.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex civil engineering projects.
• Oversee the preparation of technical designs, drawings, specifications and reports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and external stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage project programmes, resources and deliverables to ensure deadlines and budgets are achieved.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to the development of a high-performing team.
• Maintain high technical standards and ensure compliance with relevant engineering regulations, procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Work closely with senior management to support the strategic growth of the business.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Significant experience working within a UK civil or multidisciplinary engineering consultancy.
• Strong technical understanding of civil engineering design and project delivery.
• Proven experience managing projects, budgets and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience developing client relationships, preparing fee proposals and supporting business development.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant UK engineering standards, regulations and design procedures.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Confident communication and leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing engineers.
• Ability to provide technical direction and deliver practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• An ambitious and proactive approach, with an interest in growing and developing a civil engineering team.

What's on Offer?

• £65,000 - £75,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working - 2 days working from home per week.
• Opportunity to work from either the Bristol or Cardiff office.
• A genuine leadership opportunity with responsibility for developing and growing a dedicated Civil Engineering team.
• Significant involvement in business development, client relationships and strategic decision-making.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects across multiple sectors.
• Excellent opportunities for further career progression and professional development.
• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future growth of an established engineering consultancy.