Associate Civil Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK seeks an experienced Associate Civil Engineer to lead highway and drainage projects. The role offers significant career progression and a collaborative team environment, focusing on innovative solutions and sustainability. Ideal for ambitious professionals aiming to make an impact in civil engineering.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative team culture

Regular social and community events

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience in civil engineering.
• Strong expertise in highway and drainage design.
• Experience in mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of highway and drainage schemes.
• Manage projects from concept to completion.
• Prepare and oversee technical designs and reports.

Skills

Highway design

Drainage design

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

BSc/BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered Civil Engineer (MICE or equivalent)

Tools

QBar

Network analysis software

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My client an award-winning, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced and driven Associate or Associate Director Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Associate Civil Engineer for a highly motivated professional to work on a diverse and technically challenging range of civil engineering projects.

Benefits on offer:

• Be part of a respected and forward-thinking consultancy with a reputation for technical excellence and sustainability
• Contribute to a broad portfolio of projects including heritage, residential, commercial, and environmental schemes
• Excellent opportunities for career progression up to Director level
• Collaborative and supportive team culture with a strong focus on personal development
• Regular social and community events
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

The Associate Civil Engineer will be instrumental in delivering innovative highway and drainage solutions, leading high-profile projects from concept through to completion. This is a key strategic hire where youll manage projects, mentor engineers, support business development, and contribute to the leadership of a growing civil engineering division.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of highways and drainage schemes (concept to construction)
• Produce and oversee technical designs, drawings, and calculations (QBar, attenuation, soakaway, network analysis)
• Prepare and manage S104, S106, S185, S184, S278, and S38 applications
• Write and review technical reports such as Flood Risk Assessments, Transport Statements, and Drainage Strategies
• Provide technical and line management support to a team of engineers and technicians
• Ensure quality, time, and budgetary targets are met across all assigned projects
• Collaborate with directors on business development, work winning, and client engagement
• Promote sustainable design solutions in line with BREEAM and CDM regulations
• Act as a technical leader and key point of contact for clients and stakeholders

Requirements:

• BSc/BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering (minimum 2:1 or equivalent)
• Chartered Civil Engineer (MICE or equivalent)
• At least 10 years of post-qualification experience in civil engineering
• Proven expertise in highway and drainage design and relevant software tools
• Confident leader with strong communication and project management skills
• Experience in mentoring junior team members and line management
• Commercially aware and capable of supporting work-winning activity
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport

If you are an ambitious and experienced Senior / Principal Civil Engineer looking to step into a leadership role and drive real impact through innovative engineering, wed love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next big step in your career.

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