Senior Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering consultancy in Leicester is looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer. You will lead the design of highways and drainage systems, mentor junior engineers, and work on high-profile projects. The ideal candidate has over 8 years' experience in civil engineering and strong skills in AutoCAD and Civils 3D. This role offers excellent professional development opportunities and a competitive package.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive package

Qualifications

• 8+ years' post-graduate experience in civil engineering.
• Chartered status (CIHT/ICE/CIWEM) or working towards is desirable.
• Experience with public realm and major highways.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of highways, junctions, and drainage systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and contractors.

Skills

Highway design

Junction design

Drainage strategies

Flood risk assessments

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

3D modelling

Vehicle Tracking

Flow/Microdrainage

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join a leading civil engineering consultancy. You'll take a key role in delivering projects from small highway improvements to large residential and commercial developments. Location: Leicester | Salary: Competitive + benefits.

Role Overview

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will:

• Lead the design of highways, junctions, drainage systems, and civil infrastructure.
• Work from concept through detailed design, including S278, S38, and S104 agreements.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, contractors, and statutory bodies.

About You

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) with 8+ years\' post-graduate experience.
• Strong experience in highway and junction design, drainage strategies, flood risk assessments.
• Skilled in AutoCAD, Civils 3D, 3D modelling, Vehicle Tracking, Flow/Microdrainage.
• Knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN1/20, NRSWA, and adoption processes.
• Excellent communication, time management, and mentoring skills.
• Chartered status (CIHT/ICE/CIWEM) or working towards is desirable.

• Experience with public realm, active travel, cycling infrastructure, major highways, utilities coordination, or site supervision.
• Ability to produce technical reports and fee proposals.

Why Apply?

• Work on high-profile civil engineering projects across public and private sectors.
• Lead complex designs and support a growing team.
• Excellent professional development opportunities and competitive package.
• This is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Senior Civil Engineer to progress their career and deliver projects that shape communities.
• Apply today to take the next step in your civil engineering career.

Penguin recruitment are working as a recruitment agent on this role

Job Information

• Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer
• Company: Penguin Recruitment
• Location: Leicester
• Posted: Sep 26th 2025
• Closes: Oct 27th 2025
• Sector: Contract
• Hours: Full Time