Associate Civil Engineer

Access Talent Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international design consultancy based in Cardiff is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer. This role involves leading Civil Engineering design teams and participating in significant projects like Sizewell C and HS2. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer with sound knowledge across multiple disciplines and strong communication skills. This is a permanent role, offering competitive compensation within the Civil & Structural Engineering sector.

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil Engineer with experience in leading design teams.
• Proficient in at least one sub-field of Civil Engineering.
• Experienced in coordinating multidisciplinary design.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in Civil Engineering design across various sectors.
• Manage time and budgets effectively to meet project milestones.
• Prepare briefs and input into bid proposals.

Skills

Chartered Civil Engineer

Leadership of design teams

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

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Access Talent Group are currently recruiting for Large International Design consultancy for an office in the south west. Our client is looking for an Associate Civil Engineer to work within the Infrastructure team.

This large consultancy has an incredible presence and works on some of the best projects in the UK. This role will lead on projects for the Sizewell C nuclear project and also work on HS2, Hinkley Point C and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The ideal candidate is a well‑rounded civil engineer, technically competent across all core Civil Engineering disciplines, with exemplary communication skills, and experience leading teams and delivering projects. This role supports projects in multiple sectors including transportation, energy, and defence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and technically lead teams in Civil Engineering design including Surface Water, Foul Water, Reinforced Concrete Structures, Utility Design, and Coordination.
• Competently lead teams to deliver schemes on a large range of projects, from individual large‑scale ‘Mega‑projects’ through to multiple projects within frameworks.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
• Successfully manage time and budgets to meet key project milestones and programmes.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

Key Requirements (necessary)

• Chartered Civil Engineer.
• Experience leading a design team.
• Proficiency in designing at least one sub‑field of Civil Engineering with an excellent knowledge of the applicable codes and guidance (e.g., Surface Water, Foul Water, Reinforced Concrete Structures, Utility Design, and Coordination).
• Experience in design delivery, including coordinating with other disciplines in multidisciplinary design.
• Experience working with and negotiating with key project stakeholders including regulatory, statutory, and local bodies.
• Experience in business development and successful competitive tendering.
• Engineer with sound problem‑solving skills, and a pragmatic, practical mind.
• Take accountability and responsibility for work carried out by the individual or the team.
• Work well with and form relationships with others, including the client team, other disciplines, and contractors at all levels (junior – senior) inside and outside the business.
• Be self‑motivated to produce high‑quality deliverables.

Strong communication skills, independent working, presenting, and influencing skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a leading international consultancy working on some of the highest profile projects in the UK. If you are interested in the role, please contact Cameron Green on 02380981322 or Email [e-mail]

Salary: Competitive Sector: Civil & Structural Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Cardiff