Associate Civil Engineer

Aldwych Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Income protection

25+ days annual leave

Cycle to Work

CPD access

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting seeks an Associate Civil Engineer to lead civil engineering delivery on multi-disciplinary projects across residential, public realm, commercial, and education sectors. UK-based project delivery experience and ability to lead design teams and client relationships are essential.

You will mentor junior staff, shape technical strategy, and collaborate on sustainable infrastructure solutions—SuDS, drainage strategies, flood risk assessments, and earthworks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading civil engineering design and project teams.
• Chartered (or Incorporated) Engineer with strong technical skills.
• Experience managing clients and multidisciplinary coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering delivery on multi-disciplinary projects across sectors.
• Manage design teams, timelines, budgets, and client relationships.
• Drive sustainable infrastructure solutions including SuDS and drainage strategies.
• Represent the civil discipline in meetings, tenders, and strategy discussions.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project delivery

Client management

Education

Chartered Engineer

Tools

Civil 3D

InfoDrainage

Job description

Associate Civil Engineer - Lead with Purpose in a Design-Driven Practice

A leading engineering consultancy, known for their creative and sustainable approach to the built environment, is seeking an experienced and driven Associate Civil Engineer to join their dynamic and collaborative team. This is a key leadership opportunity for someone with 10-15 years of experience, including UK-based project delivery, who's ready to take the lead on significant projects while mentoring others and shaping technical strategy.

Role Highlights:

• Lead the civil engineering delivery on multi-disciplinary projects across sectors like residential, public realm, commercial, and education.
• Manage design teams, project timelines, budgets, and client relationships.
• Drive sustainable infrastructure solutions including complex SuDS, drainage strategy, flood risk assessments, and earthworks.
• Represent the civil engineering discipline in meetings, tenders, and strategy discussions.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience leading civil engineering design and project teams.
• Chartered (or Incorporated) Engineer with strong technical skills in Civil 3D and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage.
• Experience managing clients, contracts, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• A proactive mentor who supports junior staff development and knowledge sharing.
• Commercially aware with a strategic mindset and strong problem-solving ability.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (min. 60% office-based)
• Private medical cover, income protection, life insurance
• Monthly wellbeing and fitness contributions
• Enhanced parental leave and 25+ days annual leave (plus buy/sell options)
• Cycle to Work scheme and childcare support
• Access to internal learning programmes and external CPD

If you're looking to step into a leadership role with a company that prioritises sustainable design, innovation, and people-first culture - this could be the perfect next step.

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.