Senior Civil Engineer

Waterman Aspen; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Rail team in Birmingham. Candidates should have 8 to 12 years of experience in the UK Rail industry and a strong technical background in civil engineering. The role offers career development, industry-leading benefits, and the opportunity to work across various projects. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Permanent health insurance

Company pension contribution

25 days annual leave

Volunteering day

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years’ experience in the UK Rail industry.
• Working towards Incorporated Engineer or Charterships.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and valid Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of projects for clients.
• Produce designs and deliver technical reports.
• Support career development and undertake training.

Skills

Experience within the UK Rail industry

Strong technical background in civil engineering

Familiarity with civil design and construction principles

Education

Degree in civil engineering or related subject

Tools

Document management software (e.g., ProjectWise)

Job description

Overview

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Senior Civil Engineer will see you as a key member of the Rail team and you can expect:

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy‑in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

Experience required

• Essential: Experience within the UK Rail industry – typically 8 to 12 years’ experience.
• Strong technical background in civil engineering
• Working towards Incorporated Engineer or Charterships with a recognised institution such as The Institution of Civil Engineers and / or The Institution of Structural Engineers
• Knowledge of civil design and construction principles and standards
• Experience in working with a team to produce designs and drawings for construction projects and deliver technical reports
• Experience undertaking design, preparing and checking of calculations and drawings to ensure high quality deliverables
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a related subject
• Eligibility to work in the UK and a Full UK driving licence

• Desirable: Experience in presenting engineering options, including a conceptual outline and detailed design of engineering solutions
• Knowledge of Network Rail standards
• Experience in using document management software such as ProjectWise
• Knowledge of scope and schedule management, risk analysis, cost control and an understanding of NEC3/4 contracts

Benefits

• You’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package:
• Company car or car allowance
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community