Associate Civil Engineer

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK consultancy is seeking an Associate Civil / Infrastructure Engineer to join their London team. You will lead on major infrastructure projects, mentor junior staff, and maintain high standards of technical delivery. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has experience in delivering projects in a consultancy environment. Offering competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements, this role is perfect for those looking to impact significant projects across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

Healthcare plan

Bonus scheme

Professional development support

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Near or fully Chartered status (ICE, CIHT or equivalent) desirable.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering highways, drainage and infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of UK design standards and technical delivery frameworks.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of infrastructure designs including roads and drainage systems.
• Manage project tasks ensuring quality and programme expectations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, representing the consultancy professionally.
• Develop engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to less experienced team members.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Technical Delivery

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

Associate Civil / Infrastructure Engineer

Location: London

Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are working with a respected privately-owned UK consultancy that focuses on civil and infrastructure design across a variety of sectors. They are seeking an Associate Civil / Infrastructure Engineer to join their London team, helping to deliver projects ranging from large-scale residential and mixed-use developments to site-specific infrastructure and access schemes, with both public and private sector clients.

About the Role

As an Associate Engineer, you will be a key contributor to project delivery and team leadership. You will work across highways, drainage, and site infrastructure elements, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and driving technical excellence. This role provides an excellent opportunity to help shape the design output, mentor junior staff, and lead on significant civil infrastructure components.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of infrastructure designs including roads, drainage systems, site access and associated civil works.
• Manage project tasks and support project leads, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations in terms of quality, cost and programme.
• Collaborate with architects, clients, local authorities and other stakeholders, representing the consultancy in a professional manner.
• Develop and review engineering calculations, drawings, specifications and reports in line with UK design standards.
• Use design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage (or InfoDrainage) to produce detailed design documents and models.
• Undertake site visits and inspections, monitor progress and ensure compliance with design and specification.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to less experienced team members.
• Support business development initiatives, including contributing to proposals and client presentations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Near or fully Chartered status (ICE, CIHT or equivalent) desirable.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering highways, drainage and infrastructure projects within a consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of UK design standards, approval processes and technical delivery frameworks.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage).
• Excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively within a team.
• A clean UK driving licence is desirable.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
• Professional development and support toward chartership.
• Pension contribution, healthcare plan and other voluntary benefits.
• Annual leave plus options for purchase or additional leave arrangements.
• Bonus scheme and career progression opportunities.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements in London.

If you are an experienced civil/infrastructure engineer seeking your next career step and ready to make a meaningful impact on significant projects across the UK, this opportunity could be ideal.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact: Michael Finch – Associate Consultant, Aldwych Consulting

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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