Associate Civil Engineer in Hove)

Penguin Recruitment; Hove; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable civil engineering consultancy in Hove seeks an Associate Civil Engineer to lead civil and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of UK consultancy experience, a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This role emphasizes leadership and mentoring within a skilled team. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and autonomy in project management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' UK consultancy experience.
• Strong background in roads, drainage or infrastructure projects.
• Experience mentoring engineers and supporting business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of civil and infrastructure projects.
• Manage and mentor engineers within the team.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Review designs, calculations, drawings and technical reports.
• Support business development and project resourcing.
• Ensure quality, compliance and delivery to programme and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Civil infrastructure design

AutoCAD

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil design software

Job description

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER

Hove

New year, new job. Are you a Civil Engineer ready to step into an Associate-level role and take on real leadership responsibility in Hove? 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 the South East. This Associate Civil Engineer role sits at the heart of the Hove 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 include:

• Leading highways, drainage, SuDS and civil infrastructure design
• Managing and mentoring engineers within the 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.

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.