Senior Civil Engineer

Arup CWS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is seeking an experienced civil engineer to lead projects across the full lifecycle, from concept through construction supervision. You will deliver technically robust designs that meet standards and client requirements while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams in a UK and international context.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in civil engineering, Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, and possess excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (ICE or equivalent) or demonstrable experience at this level.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex and varied workloads across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering projects or defined technical elements from concept through to construction.
• Deliver high-quality technical designs in accordance with standards, best practice, and client requirements.
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Support, mentor, and technically guide junior engineers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in design quality, processes, and innovation.
• Represent the organisation confidently in client meetings and project discussions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.

Purpose of the role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to contribute to high-profile and technically diverse projects, working across all stages of the project lifecycle from advisory and concept design through to detailed design and construction supervision

What you'll do

• Lead civil engineering projects or defined technical elements from concept through to construction
• Deliver high-quality technical designs in accordance with standards, best practice, and client requirements
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery
• Support, mentor, and technically guide junior engineers
• Contribute to continuous improvement in design quality, processes, and innovation
• Represent the organisation confidently in client meetings and project discussions.

The skills you'll need

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (ICE or equivalent), or demonstrable experience at this level.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage complex and varied workloads across multiple projects
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in the UK and/or internationally
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop others
• A commitment to design excellence and continuous quality improvement

About the client

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.