Civil Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer for contract work in Glasgow. Responsibilities include designing drainage systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on building and infrastructure projects. Candidates should have 5+ years of relevant experience, proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD, and be working towards ICE chartership. This is a full-time position with flexible working options, including hybrid and remote arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Civil Engineer, ideally in building projects.
• Experience designing drainage systems using Infodrainage or Flow software.
• Proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD, Revit BIM 360 desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver designs for small- to medium-scale building and infrastructure projects.
• Design and analyse drainage systems, utilities, and paved/unpaved surfaces.
• Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary design teams.

Skills

Drainage design

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

5+ years’ experience as a Civil Engineer

Working towards ICE chartership

Tools

Infodrainage

Flow software

Revit BIM 360

Job description

IR35: Inside

Our client has a requirement for a Civil Engineer who will be required to work on a contract basis across the UK, supporting small- to medium-scale building and infrastructure projects. The role offers a flexible working approach with hybrid and remote options.

Role Purpose

To contribute to the delivery of technically focused civil engineering designs, ensuring high-quality outcomes across building and infrastructure projects. The role involves design and analysis of drainage, utilities, pavements, earthworks, and access, as well as collaboration with a multi-disciplinary design team. This position provides the opportunity to develop skills in civil structures, drainage design, utilities, and pavement design.

Job Role Responsibilities

• Deliver designs for small- to medium-scale building and infrastructure projects in accordance with UK standards and codes
• Design and analyse drainage systems, utilities, paved/unpaved surfaces, earthworks, access, and construction logistics
• Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary design teams
• Comply with Quality and Technical Assurance Procedures
• Work in line with BIM standards, Digital Plan of Work, and project BIM Execution Plan
• Manage own workload efficiently

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications

Essential

• 5+ years’ experience as a Civil Engineer, ideally in building projects
• Drainage design experience (Infodrainage or Flow software)
• Roads and car park design experience
• Proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD; Revit BIM 360 desirable
• Working towards ICE chartership
• Familiarity with UK design standards and best practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in multi-disciplinary teams
• Embrace digital engineering, automation, and parametric design

Desirable

• SC clearance or ability to achieve
• Driving licence
• Experience dealing with statutory approvals with regulators
• Experience on small-scale building projects
• ICE Chartered status

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group, we understand how important it is to secure the right people. Our Recruitment Consultants take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels, and this is a superb opportunity for a Civil Engineer looking for new employment.

Job Info

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Company: First Recruitment Group

Location: Glasgow, Glasgow City

Competitive

Closes: Jan 12th 2026

Sector: Construction

Contract: Contract

Hours: Full Time