Associate Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known recruitment agency is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer in Watford. This role involves leading civil and infrastructure projects while managing a team. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, 7+ years in consultancy, and expertise in AutoCAD. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The position offers an opportunity to grow within a respected consultancy and manage meaningful projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in UK consultancy.
• Experienced in leading civil and infrastructure projects.
• Capable of managing and mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of highways and drainage projects.
• Manage and mentor the Watford engineering team.
• Act as the main contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Strong background in roads/drainage/infrastructure

Mentoring engineers

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Civil design software

Job description

ASSOCIATE CIV ENGINEER

Watford

New year, new job. Are you a Civil Engineer ready to step into an Associate-level role and take on real leadership responsibility in Watford? This is a strong opportunity for an Associate Civil Engineer who wants to combine technical delivery, people leadership and client-facing responsibility within a respected consultancy.

You will be joining a well-established civil engineering consultancy delivering infrastructure projects across Watford, Hertfordshire and the wider South East. This Associate Civil Engineer role sits at the heart of the local office, offering autonomy to lead projects end to end, mentor engineers and help grow an already strong client base.

The role

As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will lead the delivery of civil and infrastructure projects while helping shape and grow the local team.

Key responsibilities

• Leading highways, drainage, SuDS and civil infrastructure design
• Managing and mentoring engineers within the Watford team
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, architects and stakeholders
• Reviewing designs, calculations, drawings and technical reports
• Supporting fee proposals, business development and project resourcing
• Ensuring quality, compliance and delivery to programme and budget

About you

This role suits an experienced Associate Civil Engineer or a Senior Civil Engineer ready to step up.

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 7+ years' UK consultancy experience
• Strong background in roads, drainage or infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant civil design software
• Experience mentoring engineers and supporting business growth

Eligibility to Apply

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Recruitment Agency

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience