Associate Civil Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension

Performance bonus

CPD

Career progression

International project portfolio

Job summary

The American Society of Civil Engineers in Sevenoaks is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer to lead civil and infrastructure projects, driving technical delivery from feasibility to construction. The role involves coordinating drainage, highways, levels and wider site infrastructure while mentoring engineers and liaising with clients and authorities.

We expect Chartered status or active progression toward Chartership, along with strong UK consultancy experience and proficiency in Civil

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer or near Chartership; progressing encouraged.
• Strong UK consultancy experience in civil engineering, drainage and infrastructure design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Manage projects from feasibility through design and construction.
• Lead highways, external works, levels, earthworks and wider site infrastructure design.
• Prepare drainage strategies and design SuDS, foul and surface water drainage.

Skills

Chartered status

Project leadership

Client liaison

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor/Master in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer (or progressing)

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

InfoDrainage

Causeway Flow

MicroDrainage

Job description

Associate Civil Engineer

Location: Sevenoaks

Salary up to £80,000 (maybe more DOE) + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Civil Engineer to join a well-established and respected Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Civil Engineer looking to take a senior role within a growing Civil Engineering team, leading the technical delivery of projects while supporting the continued development of engineers and technicians.

The successful Associate Civil Engineer will take ownership of civil engineering and infrastructure projects from initial feasibility and concept design through planning, detailed design and construction. Projects span a diverse range of sectors including major regeneration schemes, education, commercial developments, sports facilities, residential developments, highways and earthworks.

The role will combine technical leadership, project management, client liaison and team development, with responsibility for drainage, highways, external works, levels, earthworks and wider infrastructure design.

Associate Civil Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £80,000 (maybe more DOE)
• Hybrid working
• Performance-related bonus
• Pension scheme
• Professional membership support
• Ongoing CPD and career development
• Opportunity for continued progression within the Civil Engineering team
• Varied UK and international project portfolio
• Friendly and supportive working environment

Associate Civil Engineer Job Overview

• Lead the technical delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Manage projects from feasibility and planning through detailed design and construction.
• Lead highways, external works, levels, earthworks and wider site infrastructure design.
• Lead the preparation of drainage strategies and the design of SuDS, foul drainage and surface water drainage systems.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, calculations, models, specifications and technical reports.
• Manage and mentor engineers and technicians within the Civil Engineering team.
• Coordinate with clients, architects and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Liaise with Local Authorities, LLFAs, water companies, Highway Authorities and other statutory bodies.
• Manage project programmes, resources, fees and technical deliverables.
• Support the preparation of fee proposals and the commercial management of projects.
• Attend client meetings and carry out site inspections where required.
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the Civil Engineering team.

Associate Civil Engineer Job Requirements

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Civil Engineer or making significant progress towards Chartership.
• Strong UK consultancy experience within civil engineering, drainage and infrastructure design.
• Experience leading the technical delivery of civil engineering projects.
• Experience managing and mentoring engineers and technicians.
• Strong knowledge of SuDS, flood risk, foul and surface water drainage design.
• Experienced in highways, external works, levels, earthworks and site infrastructure design.
• Experience using Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Experience with InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow, MicroDrainage or similar drainage design software.
• Experience with Section 38, Section 278 and Section 104 Agreements would be advantageous.
• Strong communication, coordination and client-facing skills.
• Good commercial awareness, including managing project programmes, resources and fees.
• Experience in Contract Administration would be advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Permanent UK Right to Work.