Civil Engineer

Vertical Recruitment Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Leeds is seeking a focused Civil Engineer to shape their career in a supportive, employee-owned environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects including urban regeneration and healthcare. You will engage in technical design, project management, and mentoring. Essential skills include proficiency in Civil 3D and drainage design. Enjoy perks like hybrid working, wellness support, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Tax-free bonuses

Flexible working

Birthday leave

Wellbeing assistance

Enhanced parental leave

Employer pension contribution

Electric car scheme

Career development support

Qualifications

• Experience with SuDS and drainage design is essential.
• Proficient in Civil 3D.
• Ability to communicate effectively with authorities and design teams.

Responsibilities

• Engage in technical engineering design on diverse projects.
• Gain exposure to project management responsibilities.
• Mentor graduates and apprentices in the field.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

SuDS and drainage design

Civil 3D proficiency

Confident communicating with authorities and design teams

Job description

Civil Engineer - Leeds

We're working with a top employee‑owned consultancy looking for a Civil Engineer to join their growing Leeds team. This is more than just a role — it's a chance to shape your career within a people‑first business that offers some of the best benefits in the industry.

Why this opportunity stands out

Employee‑Owned Culture

• Have a genuine voice in the business and receive tax‑free bonuses (worth an additional £5k package)

Hybrid Working

• Enjoy the flexibility to balance office collaboration with home‑working comfort.

Amazing Leave & Holidays

• Birthday leave
• Charity and volunteer days
• Access to four free holiday lodges

Health & Wellbeing Support

• 24/7 wellbeing assistance
• Medicash cashback
• Dentist on demand
• Mental‑health first aiders available

Family & Parental Support

• Enhanced parental leave
• Flexible return‑to‑work options
• Nursery salary‑sacrifice scheme

Financial & Lifestyle Perks

• 7% employer pension contribution
• Electric car scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work
• Tech & mobile salary‑sacrifice
• Advanced driving courses

Career Development

• Award‑winning internal training
• Structured development pathways
• Chartership support
• Recognition payments for your contributions

The Role

As a Civil Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of high‑profile projects including urban regeneration, healthcare, education, and large‑scale masterplanning.

Your role will involve

• Technical engineering design
• Exposure to project management
• Mentoring graduates and apprentices
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams

Skills & Experience

Essential

• SuDS and drainage design
• Civil 3D proficiency
• Confident communicating with authorities and design teams

Desirable

• Flood risk assessments
• Multi‑disciplinary coordination
• Bulk earthworks
• Highways design experience

Who this role suits

This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in delivering quality work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants a career with real impact and exceptional rewards.

If you'd like to apply or learn more, feel free to get in touch.