Civil Engineer

Pertemps; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in Stoke-on-Trent is looking for a Civil Engineer. This office-based role offers flexible working hours and a salary between £30,000 and £34,000. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience and a strong understanding of UK drainage and highways design standards. Opportunities for progression and project ownership are available in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in civil engineering.
• Consultancy experience in residential or commercial developments.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Design drainage networks to S104 standards.
• Prepare SUDS strategies and Flood Risk Assessments.
• Design residential roads to S38 and S278 standards.
• Model drainage systems using MicroDrainage.
• Oversee production of technical drawings.

Skills

Strong technical understanding of UK drainage and highways design standards

Proficiency in MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Good communicator

Education

HNC, BEng or similar in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Civil Engineer – Stoke-on-Trent. Office-based with flexible hours. £30,000 – £34,000 (DOE). Full-time | 37.5 hours/week | Permanent role.

I'm currently working with a growing, forward-thinking Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy based in Stoke-on-Trent, who are looking to bring in a capable and ambitious Civil Engineer – ideally someone with 2+ years’ experience. This is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership of projects and play a key role in the development of a civils team within a company that values innovation, collaboration, and autonomy.

The Role

As the Civil Engineer, you’ll be working across a variety of infrastructure and development schemes – taking projects from planning through to construction. This includes:

• Designing drainage networks to S104 standards and liaising with local water authorities
• Preparing SUDS strategies and Flood Risk Assessments
• Designing residential roads to S38 and S278 standards
• Modelling drainage systems using MicroDrainage or similar
• Overseeing production and QA of technical drawings and engineering documentation
• Liaising with planners, clients, and local authorities
• Mentoring junior team members (if senior level)

This role offers genuine progression, with the chance to shape how the civils function grows within the consultancy.

What They're Looking For

• HNC, BEng or similar in Civil Engineering
• Strong technical understanding of UK drainage and highways design standards
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Previous consultancy experience (ideally in residential or commercial developments)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good communicator and confident engaging with clients and authorities

Why This Role?

• Flexible working hours (start and finish times)
• Modern, close-knit and supportive team environment
• Clear progression to lead roles as the civils team expands
• Interesting and varied project work across the UK