Civil Engineer

Costain Group PLC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to undertake the design of infrastructure and groundwork packages for residential developments. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience and an HNC/HND in an engineering discipline. Responsibilities include preparing groundwork designs, liaising with technical teams, and negotiating with external bodies. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £55,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in a design-related environment.
• Experience with civil or structural consulting engineers preferred.
• Ability to handle negotiations with external bodies.

Responsibilities

• Procure service records and enquiries for new developments.
• Prepare groundwork pack designs for tender and construction issue.
• Liaise with other Technical Team members to discharge building regulations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Team coordination

Computer literacy

Education

HNC/HND in engineering related discipline

Tools

XPSite3D

Info-drainage

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer – Manchester

Reporting to the Technical Director, you will be working within our Engineering Team and be responsible for undertaking the design of infrastructure and groundwork packages for residential developments.

Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 (per annum)

Responsibilities

• Procure service records and enquiries for new developments.
• Undertake in‑house road and sewer designs.
• Prepare groundwork pack designs for tender and construction issue.
• Undertake drainage, foundation and levels appraisals to support land bids.
• Secure S38, S104, S185 & S278 legal agreements to suit the development programme.
• Obtain designs for foundations and provide input into securing structural designs for superstructure components.
• Maintain a continuous process of evaluation of any consultant's designs to ensure proposals adhere to best practice in value engineering.
• Liaise with other Technical Team members and other parties as necessary to seek the discharge of building regulations and planning conditions.
• Support Site Engineers and Site Managers by responding to site technical queries.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND level in an engineering related discipline with a minimum of 5 years post‑qualification experience.
• Previous experience in a design‑related environment, preferably with civil or structural consulting engineers.
• Ability to confidently handle negotiations with external bodies, including sewerage undertakers and highway authorities.
• Ability to co‑ordinate with all members of the design team to ensure programmes are met.
• Computer literate, with experience of design software packages such as XPSite3D and Info‑drainage desirable.