Senior Civil Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to manage design work for critical infrastructure projects. You will work in a flexible environment without fixed hours while contributing to various sectors like Aviation and Energy. Ideal candidates should be Chartered and possess experience in multidisciplinary designs with proficiency in tools such as MicroDrainage and InfoDrainage.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

25 days of leave

Extensive training programs

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil Engineer qualification required.
• Experience in multidisciplinary design is essential.
• Must be familiar with UK design standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical design work and meet high-quality standards.
• Prepare briefs and scope of work for proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones.
• Work closely with international teams for design solutions.
• Ensure adherence to quality assurance standards.

Skills

Chartered Civil Engineer

Experience in design delivery

Knowledge of external works design

Proficiency in digital analysis packages

Tools

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Causeway Flow

InfoWorks

Job description

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Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on? It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

Bring your skills to the mix as a Senior Civil Engineer, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of civil engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of civil engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, Education and Water. We continue to provide industry-leading civil engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.

We currently have opportunities in our Bristol, Exeter and Birmingham offices.

Your Purpose

1. Manage a team to undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
2. Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and input into bid proposals.
3. Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
4. Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
5. Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.

What you can bring

1. Chartered Civil Engineer.
2. Experience in design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
3. Sound knowledge in external works design such as utilities, paved and unpaved surfaces, earthworks, access and accessibility, construction logistics, and familiarity with current UK design standards and working practices.
4. Proficiency in designing within appropriate digital analysis packages, following local and national guidance, e.g., MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow, or InfoWorks for drainage.

What we offer?

AtkinsRéalis recognises that many well-qualified people seek to further their careers but cannot commit to full-time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested in discussing how we can accommodate individual requirements. We understand the importance of a diverse and flexible workforce, where work-life balance is valued. Therefore, AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working options, with no fixed 9-5 schedule, no requirement for a 5-day week, full-time contracts, or mandatory office presence.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, regularly benchmarked against other consulting firms, with a default of 25 days of leave per year plus bank holidays and options to buy or sell leave. Salary and benefits depend on experience and qualifications.

We are now AtkinsRéalis. It will take some time for all information to update—please refer to our benefits via YourReward at SNC-Lavalin.

Training:

We are committed to developing our people through extensive training portfolios and development activities, supporting staff in achieving professional memberships of relevant institutions.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, and employment offers depend on obtaining the necessary clearance. The vetting process is managed by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency for 5 years or more. Please do not reference or include security clearance details in your application or CV.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community—offering family-friendly policies, flexible working, and employee networks to support staff from various backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular