Civil to Senior Engineer

Pertemps; Stafford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy is seeking a Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer to take ownership of projects in Stoke-on-Trent. The role offers a salary between £35,000 and £50,000 with flexible hours and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in UK drainage and highways design standards, as well as proficiency in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Clear progression to lead roles

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in civil engineering.
• Experience in drainage and highways design.
• Previous consultancy experience in residential or commercial developments.

Responsibilities

• Design drainage networks to S104 standards.
• Prepare SUDS strategies and Flood Risk Assessments.
• Model drainage systems using MicroDrainage or similar.

Skills

UK drainage design standards

Client engagement

Technical documentation

Education

HNC, BEng or similar in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer – Stoke-on-Trent, office-based with flexible hours. £35,000 – £50,000 (DOE). Full-time | 37.5 hours/week | Permanent role.

I'm currently working with a growing, forward-thinking Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy based in Stoke-on-Trent, who are looking to bring in a capable and ambitious Civil Engineer – ideally someone with 2+ years’ experience.

This is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership of projects and play a key role in the development of a civils team within a company that values innovation, collaboration, and autonomy.

The Role

As Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer, you’ll be working across a variety of infrastructure and development schemes – taking projects from planning through to construction. This includes:

• Designing drainage networks to S104 standards and liaising with local water authorities
• Preparing SUDS strategies and Flood Risk Assessments
• Designing residential roads to S38 and S278 standards
• Modelling drainage systems using MicroDrainage or similar
• Overseeing production and QA of technical drawings and engineering documentation
• Liaising with planners, clients, and local authorities
• Mentoring junior team members (if senior level)

This role offers genuine progression, with the chance to shape how the civils function grows within the consultancy.

What They're Looking For

• HNC, BEng or similar in Civil Engineering
• Strong technical understanding of UK drainage and highways design standards
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Previous consultancy experience (ideally in residential or commercial developments)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good communicator and confident engaging with clients and authorities

Why This Role?

• Salary between £35,000 and £50,000, depending on experience
• Flexible working hours (start and finish times)
• Modern, close-knit and supportive team environment
• Clear progression to lead roles as the civils team expands
• Interesting and varied project work across the UK