Civil Infrastructure Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Civil Engineering sector is seeking a Civil Engineer with 2-3 years of experience to join their expanding team in Bedford. The role involves working on a variety of projects, managing teams, and ensuring effective project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and strong knowledge of UK standards, along with proficiency in design software and project management skills.

Benefits

Employee profit-sharing scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Pension plan

Life assurance

Private healthcare cover (after three years)

Travel insurance (after three years)

CPD support and release days for professional development

Bonus day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in preparing technical submissions (S38, S278, S104).
• Familiarity with private plot design and earthworks design is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work on UK-based residential and mixed-use projects.
• Liaise with clients and local authority officers.
• Manage small project teams and delegate tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of UK drainage and flood risk standards

Proficiency in Microdrainage/Flow

Proficiency in Microstation or AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Relevant degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

PDS

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Location: Bedford

Department: Civil Engineering

Job Purpose

We are looking to expand the Civil Engineering department and are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Civil Engineer with 2–3 years of experience to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a variety of residential and non-residential projects across the UK, supporting developments ranging from small private schemes to large-scale master planning projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Work on a variety of UK-based projects including residential and mixed-use developments.
2. Liaise with clients, consultants, and local authority officers to ensure effective project delivery.
3. Attend project meetings (with support as needed).
4. Collaborate with the wider engineering team across disciplines.
5. Manage small project teams and delegate tasks to technicians or apprentices.
6. Use CAD software (Microstation) for design and drafting.
7. Employ drainage and 3D design software (such as Flow and PDS) to model drainage networks and develop road/ground designs.
8. Prepare planning submission packs (Outline, Detail, Full).
9. Deliver technical design submissions (S38, S278, S104) through to approval.
10. Prepare tender/construction packages for groundworks.
11. Contribute to the design of private on-plot civil engineering works (desirable).
12. Demonstrate an understanding of the planning process, including supporting documentation such as Flood Risk Assessments.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

• Relevant degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of UK drainage and flood risk standards.
• Familiarity with local authority and client technical requirements.
• Proficiency in Microdrainage/Flow, Microstation or AutoCAD, PDS, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).

Experience

• Proven experience in the preparation of technical submissions (S38, S278, S104).
• Experience preparing engineering drawings for planning applications (desirable).
• Familiarity with private plot design and earthworks design (desirable).

Behavioral Competencies

• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Eager to develop and take on responsibility.
• Capable of managing pressure and adapting to changing project requirements.
• Comfortable working across multiple projects.
• Team-oriented with accountability for individual work.

Key Performance Indicators

• Client satisfaction, measured via feedback.
• Successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.
• Active engagement and collaboration across projects.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribution to the continuous improvement of internal processes.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and responsibilities.
• Employee profit-sharing scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Pension plan.
• Life assurance.
• Private healthcare cover (after three years).
• Travel insurance (after three years).
• CPD support and release days for professional development.
• Bonus day off for your birthday.