Associate Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in the South East UK seeks an experienced Associate Civil Engineer to lead a multidisciplinary team and manage infrastructure design projects. This role combines technical expertise with business development, offering autonomy in running projects from end to end. You'll mentor engineers, represent the consultancy at meetings, and contribute to expanding the client base. Strong leadership and civil engineering skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in civil engineering.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee infrastructure design projects.
• Mentor and manage engineering teams.
• Liaise with clients and architects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Civil engineering expertise

Business development

Job description

Associate Civil Engineer Hove

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer ready to take the next step into leadership? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy in Hove, where you'll oversee the design and delivery of varied infrastructure projects - from roads and SuDS to complex civil structures - while shaping the future of a talented engineering team.

Why join?

You'll be part of a growing consultancy known for delivering high-quality engineering solutions across the South East. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll combine technical expertise with business development - mentoring engineers, driving design excellence, and helping expand the company's client base in the region.

The role

As an Associate Civil Engineer, you'll lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards, on time and within budget. You'll have the autonomy to run projects end‑to‑end, liaise directly with clients and architects, and contribute to developing new business opportunities for the Hove office.

Expect to get involved in :

• Overseeing infrastructure design for roads, drainage, SuDS, and building‑related civil works.
• Managing and mentoring engineering staff across local and international offices.
• Representing the consultancy at client meetings, design reviews, and site…