Senior Civil Engineer

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their Consulting Highways team. This hybrid role offers the chance to work on significant civil engineering projects across Scotland, contributing to sustainable infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will lead a design team, mentor junior staff, and ensure high-quality engineering outputs. With a strong focus on professional development, this position provides a supportive environment for career growth and work-life balance, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that promotes well-being and diversity.

Benefits

Health Plans

GP Access

Wellbeing Programs

Dental Vouchers

Flexible Working Options

Pension Schemes

Shopping Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in Highways/Civil engineering in an engineer role.
• Commitment to professional development and achieving accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team to produce engineering solutions that meet standards.
• Managing project budgets and liaising with clients and suppliers.

Skills

Highways/Civil Engineering

Design Processes and Procedures

Health and Safety Regulations (CDM)

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant subject

EngTech status

Job description

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Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Senior Engineer to join our Consulting Highways team. This is a hybrid position with shared office space in Perth, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. We welcome applications from Senior Engineers across Scotland.

The Amey Consulting Scotland Team is involved in designing some of the largest civil engineering and infrastructure projects across Scotland, with cumulative values exceeding £1bn.

Amey manages both the Southwest and Northeast Trunk Road Network Management contracts, awarded in 2020 and 2022 respectively. These are 8-year contracts, extendable up to 12 years. We also have a diverse portfolio of major roads, bridges, and transportation projects with Transport Scotland, Local Authorities, and contractors nationwide.

These long-term contracts offer excellent opportunities for technical, engineering, and professional development at all career stages, involved in challenging projects related to Scotland’s arterial road network.

The role

Our Senior Civil Engineers are key members of the Design team, working alongside Transport Scotland. You will support your Design Team Leader on various road schemes, lead projects, and mentor junior designers.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions that meet all standards and client requirements.
• Preparing and checking designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation to ensure quality, cost, and schedule compliance.
• Overseeing junior staff actions and taking responsibility for their work.
• Managing project budgets and costs for the projects within your portfolio.
• Liaising with clients and suppliers, attending meetings, and responding to queries.
• Contributing to bid preparations and work-winning initiatives.
• Promoting health and safety practices within the team.

What you will bring to us:

• Experience and expertise in Highways/Civil engineering, gained in an engineer role or equivalent.
• Knowledge of design processes and procedures relevant to civil engineering.
• Ability to produce or oversee high-quality highway engineering solutions complying with standards.
• Experience with health, safety, and welfare project tasks, including CDM regulations.
• Progression towards or achieved Incorporated or Chartered status or equivalent.
• Commitment to professional development leading to accreditation.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject or equivalent learning.
• EngTech status is desirable.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, our biggest asset is our people. We offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support to help you through life’s challenges. We’re recognized by Investors in People among the top 1% of employers.

Our career pathways, mentoring, and support help you achieve milestones. We offer professional qualification bonuses and value professional growth.

Work-life Balance

We promote work-life balance with hybrid, part-time, and flexible working options. Our offices across the UK facilitate flexible arrangements.

Benefits include health plans, GP access, wellbeing programs, dental vouchers, and more.

EDI and Social Value

We celebrate diversity through our affinity groups like Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability, and Parents & Carers.

Community involvement days, fundraising support, and additional perks like pension schemes, flexible benefits, and shopping discounts are available.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We value collective expertise and individual uniqueness. You’ll be supported, recognized, and encouraged to grow and achieve your ambitions.

Application Guidance

We are committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome all qualified candidates and offer interview opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected] for support or adjustments during the process.