Junior Civil Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is recruiting for a Junior Civil Engineer to join a newly established Water and Flood Risk division. This fully remote role offers extensive technical development, structured support, and clear career progression in a flexible environment. Responsibilities include preparing Flood Risk Assessments, producing drainage strategies, and collaborating with senior engineers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and relevant experience, with opportunities for professional development and attractive benefits including unlimited CPD budget and annual leave increase.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fully remote working

25 days annual leave

Comprehensive private medical insurance

Unlimited CPD budget

Christmas bonus

Gym membership

Paid maternity/paternity bonus

Peer-to-peer bonus scheme

Regular social events

Mental health support

Structured career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months relevant experience within civil engineering.
• Exposure to Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies.
• Basic understanding of UK SuDS and planning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments for planning applications.
• Produce drainage strategies and surface water management plans.
• Support residential and commercial developments.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Drainage Strategies

Written Communication

Self-organization

Time Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Causeway software

Job description

Bennett and Game are pleased to be representing a highly reputable consultancy who have very recently opened a dedicated Water and Flood Risk division and are now looking to appoint a Junior Civil Engineer to join the team and support drainage strategies and flood risk assessments across a wide range of developments. This is a fantastic opportunity to work fully remote joining a newly established division within a leading consultancy, offering an early‑career civil engineer extensive technical development, structured support, and long‑term career progression within a flexible work environment.

Junior Civil Engineer Job Overview

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments to support planning applications
• Produce drainage strategies and surface water management plans in line with UK SuDS
• Work on a broad range of projects from single residential extensions to large housing schemes of up to 400 units
• Assess planning requirements and propose appropriate mitigation measures
• Support residential and commercial developments including conversions and padel court schemes
• Use Causeway software for drainage and flood risk assessments
• Work closely with senior engineers and the Director, receiving structured training and technical support
• Operate in a fully remote, flexible working environment with no timesheets or set hours

Job Title Job Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months post‑university relevant experience within civil engineering, drainage, flood risk or hydrology
• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Some experience or exposure to Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies or surface water management
• Basic understanding of UK SuDS and planning requirements
• Experience using drainage or flood risk software such as Causeway beneficial (not a must)
• Strong written communication skills for producing technical reports
• Willingness to learn and develop within a specialist planning‑led environment
• Comfortable working remotely with good time management and self‑organisation skills
• Comfortable commuting to Cheshire office when required, mostly monthly

Job Title Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
• Fully remote working with complete autonomy over working hours
• 25 days annual leave rising to up to 40 days with service
• Comprehensive private medical insurance after probation, including full cancer care and outpatient cover
• Unlimited CPD budget covering courses, conferences, qualifications and professional development
• 4 paid days per year dedicated to research and development projects
• Christmas bonus of £100 for every year of service, increasing annually
• Gym membership or fitness activity contribution
• Paid maternity and paternity bonus
• Peer‑to‑peer bonus scheme recognising individual contributions
• Regular fully paid social events, including UK and overseas trips
• Mental health first aid support team
• Clear, structured career progression with objective pay and seniority reviews

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