Senior Civil Engineer

First People Solutions; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting engineering firm in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to oversee a team and manage key projects. The role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, with opportunities for career growth in a sustainable-focused team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Strong technical and design capability.
• Able to manage projects independently and deliver to high standards.
• Confident working directly with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of engineers and technicians.
• Manage key infrastructure and development projects.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to junior engineers.

Skills

Experienced Civil Engineer

Skilled in Civil 3D

Skilled in InfoDrainage

Project management

Client interaction

Mentoring junior engineers

Chartered or working toward chartered status

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Edinburgh

First People Solutions is recruiting for a leading consulting engineer based in the centre of Edinburgh.

This company has built a strong and stable presence across civil, structural, and infrastructure engineering, and are recognised as a well-respected consultancy. They've received multiple industry awards for sustainability, design excellence, and innovation, with several projects celebrated for their cultural and environmental impact.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to take a lead role within their Edinburgh office. You'll oversee a team of engineers and technicians, manage key infrastructure and development projects, and have the opportunity to progress toward Associate level.

The role will be predominantly office-based, as they are looking for a hands‑on manager who can provide day‑to‑day guidance and support to a team of graduate engineers and technicians.

Your experience, background and approach to work will include:

• Experienced Civil Engineer with strong technical and design capability
• Skilled in Civil 3D and InfoDrainage is essential
• Able to manage projects independently and deliver to high standards
• Confident working directly with clients and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience mentoring and supporting junior engineers
• Chartered or working toward chartered status

What’s in it for you?

Join a team recognised for its sustainable approach, commitment to low‑carbon design, and collaborative working culture. This award‑winning consultancy offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and genuine opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Please apply online for a confidential chat. First People Solutions have a number of roles in this sector, so if you'd like to discuss the wider market, we'd be happy to have a chat.

Equal Opportunities

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age