Associate Civil Engineer - Infrastructure

Stantec; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension

Generous leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Job summary

Stantec in Oxford/Reading invites an Associate Civil Engineer to lead a diverse suite of infrastructure projects, guiding delivery from concept to construction. You will mentor engineers, coordinate with clients and authorities, and help grow the Civil Infrastructure offering across the South-East and beyond.

The role offers flexible, hybrid working options and a collaborative, inclusive environment where you can develop technical and leadership skills while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure design projects.
• Strong knowledge of highway and drainage design.
• Experience coordinating with clients, authorities and other technical disciplines.
• Experience managing projects and mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery and approval of civil infrastructure projects across sectors.
• Manage project teams and coach engineers and technicians.
• Take ownership of delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget schemes.
• Review outputs for quality and regulatory compliance.
• Deliver infrastructure designs from concept through construction.
• Coordinate with clients, utility providers and highway authorities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Stantec.
• Identify opportunities for future work and support business growth.
• Mentor the next generation of engineers and technicians.

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civils 3D

InfoDrainage

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity: We are looking for an Associate Civil Engineer to join our Civil Infrastructure team in Oxford or Reading, delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across the South-East and beyond. This is a collaborative team with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects. You will support the growth of our regional business, working with civil, transport, buildings and environmental disciplines to create integrated solutions for clients. Flexible and hybrid working options are available.

About the Role

As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will take a leading role in delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects, managing technical delivery, supporting project teams and helping shape the future growth of our Civil Infrastructure offering. You will lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance while ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards.

Your Responsibilities

• Leading the technical delivery and approval of civil infrastructure projects across a range of sectors.
• Managing project teams, supporting the development of engineers and technicians through coaching and mentoring.
• Taking ownership of project delivery, ensuring schemes are completed on time, within budget and to client expectations.
• Reviewing and approving technical outputs, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Delivering infrastructure designs from concept and planning stages through to detailed design and construction.
• Working closely with clients, contractors, utility providers, drainage authorities and highway authorities.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Stantec to deliver coordinated and innovative solutions.
• Supporting business growth through strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for future work.
• You will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, influencing the design and delivery of infrastructure schemes while continuing to develop your technical and leadership skills.

Your Impact

• Help deliver infrastructure solutions that create lasting value for communities and the environment.
• Lead the successful delivery of complex civil engineering projects across the region and beyond.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure high-quality design outcomes.
• Support and inspire the next generation of engineers through mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Work collaboratively with experts across multiple disciplines to deliver sustainable and coordinated solutions.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of Stantec’s Civil Infrastructure team.
• Play a key role in shaping projects that improve places and enhance people’s everyday lives.

About You

We are looking for an experienced civil engineer who is passionate about delivering innovative infrastructure solutions and is ready to take the next step in their career within a growing team.

You Will Have

• An MEng or BEng qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure design projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of highway and drainage infrastructure design.
• Experience managing projects throughout the full lifecycle, from concept and planning through to detailed design and delivery.
• Experience coordinating with clients, local authorities, statutory bodies and other technical disciplines.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships internally and externally.
• Experience using design software such as Civils 3D and InfoDrainage would be advantageous.
• Experience with utility coordination and multidisciplinary project delivery would be beneficial.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions and driving continuous improvement.

Why Join Us

• We put people first: We’re proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Recognised for sustainability and workplace awards, with industry-leading training and development and paid professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan to support you toward chartered status.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and ERG networks.
• Growth: We are on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension, generous leave, private medical insurance, life assurance and more.
• Flexible working: Hybrid approach to work-life balance.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees across 450 locations on 6 continents, with over 150 years of experience in the UK. We plan, design, deliver and manage development and infrastructure to support sustainable communities. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact us. "We encourage you to apply" for every qualified candidate.