Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Carrington West; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Cambridgeshire is looking for a Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join their growing team. The role involves providing high-quality engineering support, ensuring project success through collaboration and practical design solutions. This position offers flexible working, competitive benefits, and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible and remote working options

25 days holiday plus additional leave for volunteering

Competitive pension scheme and health cash plan

Professional membership support

Seasonal social events and team-building days

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer with relevant post-qualification experience.
• Experience across different sectors (private and public) is essential.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical input on civil engineering projects to ensure commercial success.
• Design practical and economical solutions that meet client needs.
• Track project progress and ensure accurate reporting.

Skills

Construction techniques

Building Regulations

Chartered Engineer mindset

Project management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Civil Infrastructure Engineer

We're working closely with a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy that has been delivering design-led, sustainable solutions to clients across the UK for decades. With a strong people-first culture, this practice places real emphasis on improving the communities in which we all live and work.

They've built a reputation for long-term partnerships across sectors such as commercial, education, defence, and residential - offering integrated technical and design expertise from offices spread throughout the country.

The team in Cambridge is growing, and they're now looking to appoint a Civil Engineer who can contribute to both the commercial and technical success of the department. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your voice is valued, and your career growth is actively supported.

What Makes This Practice Stand Out

• Emphasis on collaboration, professional development, and inclusive culture
• Nationwide presence with ambitious growth plans
• A fun, social, and team-oriented environment
• Focused on delivering sustainable and meaningful change through the built environment

What\u2019s on Offer

• Flexible and remote working options to support work-life balance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + festive closure + additional leave for volunteering
• Regular salary benchmarking and reviews - real living wage employer
• Competitive company pension scheme and health cash plan
• Professional membership support and internal mentoring/coaching programmes
• Seasonal social events, team-building days, and early finish incentives
• Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan (where applicable), on-site parking (excluding London)
• Enhanced family leave policies and death-in-service benefit
• Wellbeing programmes and active employee-led working groups

About the Role

As a Civil Engineer, you\u2019ll provide high-quality engineering support across a variety of live projects. This includes developing practical design solutions, interpreting client requirements, and ensuring high standards of delivery across time, budget, and quality.

You\u2019ll also support business development by helping to promote the firm\u2019s civil engineering services and contributing to bid proposals where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver technical input on civil engineering projects to ensure commercial success
• Design practical and economical solutions that meet client needs
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams
• Track project progress, financials, and ensure accurate reporting
• Input into fee quotations and support bidding activity as needed

What They\u2019re Looking For

• A degree-qualified Civil Engineer with relevant post-qualification experience
• Experience working across different sectors (private and public)
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, Building Regulations, and industry standards
• Chartered or working towards Chartered status (ICE or similar)
• A proactive mindset, with a genuine interest in contributing to a supportive team environment

Security clearance may be required for some project work (e.g., DBS, BPSS, CTC, SC, or DV).