Civil Project Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering consultancy is seeking a motivated Civil Project Engineer to manage highways and drainage projects across the UK. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of UK-based design experience, proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, and a thorough understanding of relevant standards. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including flexible working arrangements. Apply now to join a growing team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Company pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support through Paycare

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' UK-based highways and drainage design experience.
• Proficient in relevant design software.
• Strong understanding of adoptable standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple highways and drainage projects.
• Produce detailed calculations and technical drawings.
• Conduct site visits to verify compliance.

Skills

UK-based highways and drainage design experience

Proficient in AutoCAD

Understanding of adoptable standards

Commercial awareness

Confident communication

Self-motivated

Tools

AutoCAD

Site3D

Causeway Flow

Job description

Overview

Civil Project Engineer

Location: Chorley

Salary: Competitive + benefits

We are seeking a motivated Civil Project Engineer to join a growing civil engineering consultancy, working across highways and drainage projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with UK-based design experience to develop their career within a supportive, multi-office team.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Graduate Engineers, Technicians, Project Engineers, Chartered Engineers, and Directors across multiple offices.
• Manage multiple highways and drainage projects simultaneously, ensuring quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Produce detailed calculations, sketches, and technical drawings using AutoCAD, Site3D, and Causeway Flow (or equivalent).
• Follow design standards including CIRIA guides, BRE Digest, BS EN 752, and adoptable standards S278, S38, S104.
• Conduct site visits to verify construction compliance and prepare specifications and technical reports.
• Support Directors in improving design services and operational efficiency.

About You

• Minimum 3 years\' UK-based highways and drainage design experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Site3D, Causeway Flow or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of adoptable highways and drainage standards (S278, S38, S104).
• Commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets.
• Confident communicator, capable of consulting with clients and project teams.
• Self-motivated, driven, and committed to continuous learning.

Desirable

• Working towards Chartered status.
• Project management and leadership experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements and increased holiday entitlement for long service.
• Payment of annual professional fees and death-in-service benefit.
• Wellbeing support through Paycare and career development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Project Engineer to progress their career while contributing to high-quality highways and drainage projects across the UK. Apply today to join a growing consultancy and advance your civil engineering career

Job Info

• Job Title: Civil Project Engineer
• Company: Penguin Recruitment
• Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
• Posted: Sep 29th 2025
• Closes: Oct 30th 2025
• Sector:
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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