Senior Civil Engineer

Access Talent Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to manage diverse projects in retail, residential, and more. You will lead the Civils Team, design infrastructure solutions, and liaise with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Civil Engineering, strong technical skills, and the ability to manage teams effectively. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, while contributing to innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Training programs

Reimbursement of professional fees

Contributory pension

Personal health care plan

Life insurance

Additional leave purchase options

Staff loyalty bonus

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil & Structural Engineering is required; chartership is an advantage.
• Strong technical design skills and proficiency in relevant software is essential.
• Prior experience in managing teams and delivering high-quality results is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Civils Team on various projects.
• Design infrastructure solutions like drainage systems and roads.
• Liaise with statutory bodies and maintain quality in technical outputs.

Skills

Technical design skills

Communication skills

Team management

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Civils 3D

Education

Degree in Civil & Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Job description

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Join one of the UK’s leading private engineering consultancies! We’re seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to work on an exciting portfolio of projects across retail, residential, commercial, leisure, education, and industrial sectors.

About the Role

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in delivering diverse and challenging projects, from small‑scale developments to large, multi‑building schemes. Your expertise will shape the infrastructure of the future while collaborating with talented professionals in a supportive and forward‑thinking team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Civils Team on projects of varying scales.
• Design infrastructure solutions, including underground drainage systems and roads to adapt to standards.
• Liaise with statutory bodies like water companies, the Environment Agency, and local road departments.
• Utilise technical design tools such as AutoCAD, Civils 3D, and other relevant software.
• Maintain quality and consistency in technical outputs, including drawings and reports.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering growth and excellence.
• Attend design and site meetings and conduct site inspections.
• Provide expert advice to clients, contractors, and colleagues, ensuring professional communication.
• Manage projects within agreed budgets and timelines.

You will have:

• A degree in Civil & Structural Engineering (chartership is an advantage).
• Strong technical design skills and proficiency in relevant software.
• A proactive approach to managing teams and delivering high‑quality results.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Competitive salary with opportunities for promotion.
• Flexible benefits including training programs, reimbursement of professional fees, and contributory pension.
• Personal health care plan and life insurance.
• Additional leave purchase and buy‑back options.
• Staff loyalty bonus and much more!

Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth while contributing to groundbreaking projects across the UK.