Civil Engineer in Bristol

Energy Jobline CVL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil Engineering consultancy in Bristol is looking for a motivated Civil Engineer to join their team. This role offers hands-on experience on a variety of projects, from housing to commercial and industrial developments. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and 1-2 years of relevant experience, with opportunities to work towards chartership. The firm emphasizes professional development and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant consultancy experience.
• Attention to detail and enthusiasm for professional development.
• Good understanding of civil engineering principles and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-purchase feasibility studies.
• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments.
• Develop planning stage SuDS and drainage strategies.
• Produce detailed drawings and calculations to standards.
• Prepare 3D ground models for calculations.
• Liaise with clients and external agencies.
• Attend site inspections and meetings.
• Work towards chartership.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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CIVIL ENGINEER

1-2 years experience

BRISTOL

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic Civil Engineer ready to start your career on exciting projects? A leading Civil Engineering consultancy in Bristol is looking for a Civil Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across housing, commercial, and industrial developments while developing technical skills and working towards chartership.

The Role

As a Civil Engineer, you will work within a team of eight civil engineers, contributing to projects at all stages from appraisal and planning through to detailed design. You will be given responsibility for key tasks while receiving strong support from the team to help you grow and progress towards chartership.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out pre‑purchase feasibility studies and resolve planning conditions, including drainage and highways considerations
• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments with support from the in‑house flood modelling team
• Develop planning stage SuDS and drainage strategies
• Produce detailed drawings and calculations for adoptable highways and drainage to Building Control, NHBC, S278, S38, and S104 standards
• Prepare 3D ground models for volume calculations, cut and fill exercises, and vertical road profiles
• Liaise with clients and external agencies including the Environment Agency, Local Highway Authorities, and Water Companies
• Attend site inspections, meetings, public exhibitions, planning committees, and public inquiries as required
• Work proactively towards chartership (ICE, CIWEM, or equivalent)

About You

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Around 1-2 years of relevant consultancy experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Good understanding of civil engineering principles and industry standards
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
• Attention to detail and enthusiasm for professional development

Why Join

This consultancy is people‑focused and collaborative, providing a supportive environment where engineers can take on responsibility and grow their careers. Two engineers in the team recently achieved chartership, reflecting the strong commitment to professional development. You will gain exposure to a wide variety of civil engineering projects while developing the skills needed to progress your career.

Apply Now

If you are a motivated Civil Engineer in Bristol, looking for an opportunity to grow your skills and progress towards chartership, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact our Civil Engineering specialist for more information.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.

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