civil engineer in Glasgow)

Penguin Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive civil engineering consultancy in Glasgow seeks a skilled Civil Engineer to work on diverse civil and housing projects. The ideal candidate will assist with project engineering tasks, prepare design calculations, and contribute to flood risk assessments. A degree in Civil Engineering and experience with design software are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in roads, drainage, and civil infrastructure design.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic about mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development.

Responsibilities

• Assist as Project or Assistant Project Engineer on civil and housing projects.
• Prepare and check road and drainage design calculations.
• Contribute to Flood Risk Assessments and water main designs.
• Monitor project budgets and quality of drawings.

Skills

Road and drainage design

Civil infrastructure design

PDS

WINDES

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PDS

WINDES

Job description

Overview

SCOTT BENNETT ASSOCIATES LTD

Civil Engineer

Location: Glasgow

Salary: Competitive + benefits

We are looking for a skilled Civil Engineer to join a progressive civil engineering consultancy. You will work on a variety of civil and housing projects, supporting the design, planning, and delivery of infrastructure schemes while developing your professional skills.

Role Overview - Civil Engineer

As a Civil Engineer, you will:

• Assist as Project or Assistant Project Engineer on small to medium-scale civil and housing projects.
• Prepare and check road and drainage design calculations using PDS, WINDES, or equivalent software.
• Contribute to Flood Risk Assessments (Phase 1 & 2) and water main designs for submission to Scottish Water.
• Monitor project budgets and programmes, ensuring quality of drawings and technical documentation.
• Coordinate approvals with regulators and liaise with clients, contractors, and other professionals.
• Conduct civil infrastructure surveys and prepare technical reports.
• Support site inspections, reviewing contractor drawings, design proposals, and method statements for compliance.
• Mentor and coach junior staff, providing guidance on technical matters.
• Undertake risk assessments and assist in providing Principal Designer services under CDM regulations.

About You - Civil Engineer Profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in roads, drainage, and civil infrastructure design.
• Skilled in PDS, WINDES, or similar design software.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and professional approach to clients and stakeholders.
• Enthusiastic about mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development.

Why Apply?

• Work on varied civil engineering and housing projects across public and private sectors.
• Gain experience in both design and site delivery, including flood risk and infrastructure assessments.
• Develop your career within a supportive consultancy environment.
• Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Civil Engineer to build experience, work on diverse projects, and contribute to a growing consultancy delivering high-quality civil infrastructure.

Apply today to take the next step in your civil engineering career