Senior Civil Engineer

Hydrock; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrock seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Cardiff office. The role involves managing various projects, collaborating in a multi-disciplinary team, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a relevant civil engineering qualification and experience with design software. Hydrock is committed to sustainability and offers a supportive work environment with many professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days of holiday with buy/sell options

Excellent health benefits

Flexible benefits such as climate perks

Early finish on Fridays

Opportunities for community involvement

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a design office environment.
• Knowledge of Section 104, 278, and 38 adoption procedures.
• Understanding of technical software and UK planning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and undertake scheme development.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Participate in design meetings, site inspections, and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

BEng, MEng, BSc, MSc, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils3D

PDS

MicroDrainage

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our highly regarded, progressive, and award-winning Civil & Structural team within our Cardiff office.

We are seeking a talented engineer with extensive experience, excellent software skills, and a desire to work in a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary team focused on sustainability, technical excellence, and shaping construction in the UK and beyond.

The future of education, strategic land, urban regeneration, and the tech industry are just a few of the projects awaiting you at Hydrock, now part of Stantec.

Your role will include:

• Collaborating as a member of a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy.
• Operating across a range of projects.
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Undertaking scheme development, preliminary and detailed designs, and project coordination.
• Contributing to or leading work winning, budget management, and preparing fee proposals.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members to maintain high-quality technical and non-technical deliverables.
• Participating in design and site meetings, site inspections, and progress reporting.
• Communicating effectively with clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

You will be set up for success if you have:

• A relevant civil engineering qualification (BEng, MEng, BSc, MSc, HND, or HNC) with significant experience in a design office environment.
• Knowledge of Section 104, 278, and 38 adoption procedures.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, PDS, Civils3D, and MicroDrainage.
• Understanding of technical software such as Civil 3D, AutoTrack, and industry standards.
• Experience working with residential developers.
• Knowledge of UK planning procedures and the ability to support planning approvals.
• Ability to secure technical approvals from highway and drainage authorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A self-motivated, team-oriented attitude with good interpersonal skills.

About our Civil & Structural Engineering team

Our national civil and structural engineering business is led from Bristol, with established teams in Plymouth, Birmingham, Cardiff, Gloucester, London, Leeds, Newcastle, and Manchester. We offer an environment with exceptional colleagues, diverse projects, and opportunities for learning and growth.

What’s great about Hydrock, now Stantec

We are an integrated multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy of over 900 staff across 21 UK offices. Our mission is to be a ‘Force for Good’, improving lives through sustainable engineering solutions that benefit communities, the environment, and society.

We have received numerous industry awards for our sustainable projects, including the Construction Excellence South West Awards 2023, British Construction Industry Awards 2022, and others, reflecting our commitment to excellence and sustainability.

What we can offer you:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition and rewards for your hard work and progression
• Opportunities to develop both soft and technical skills
• Excellent health benefits, 25 days of holiday (with buy/sell options), and additional leave accrual
• Early finish on Fridays (4 pm!)
• Opportunities to give back, such as a “Day off for good cause”
• Flexible benefits, including climate perks and EV car schemes

Our commitment to inclusion

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we support our employees and create a safe, flexible environment. We consider all applications based on qualifications and experience and welcome disclosures of any physical or neurodiverse conditions for reasonable adjustments.

Next steps

After submitting your application via our careers site, we will review and respond promptly. If shortlisted, you will have a phone pre-screen with our Talent Acquisition Team, followed by a formal interview via video conference or in our offices.

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