Senior Civil Engineer

Carrington West; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to contribute to high-impact projects across various sectors. You will lead the design, manage project teams, and ensure compliance while mentoring junior engineers. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and a strong focus on professional development within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

5% employer pension contributions

Life assurance

Private healthcare options

Fully funded training and development opportunities

Flexible working

Wellbeing support through health programs

Volunteering days

Cycle to work scheme

Social events

Qualifications

• Proven technical expertise in civil engineering, especially in drainage and surface design.
• Experience working on complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong working knowledge of planning and development procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of civil engineering solutions, focusing on drainage and external works.
• Manage project workloads, delegate tasks and ensure technical quality.
• Act as a point of contact for clients, building strong, lasting relationships.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Technical expertise in civil engineering

Commercial awareness

Mentoring mindset

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer
Are you passionate about designing sustainable, people-focused places? Join an award-winning engineering and environmental consultancy that's redefining how we shape the built environment. Our client is proud to have earned industry recognition for our excellence, including a major award for best large consultancy in recent years.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer to work across a variety of high-impact projects nationwide, managing everything from early-stage concepts to final delivery. The work spans multiple sectors and involves a blend of technical design, coordination, and client liaison.You'll be expected to manage multiple projects simultaneously, lead small teams, and deliver high-quality engineering designs - including drainage, external works, and ground levels - for both public and private sector developments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of civil engineering solutions, focusing on drainage, earthworks, and external works.
Manage project workloads, delegate tasks within the team, and ensure technical quality.
Act as a point of contact for clients, building strong, lasting relationships.
Support and guide junior team members in their professional development.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Maintain awareness of project budgets and commercial performance.
Contribute to the continual improvement of team processes and technical standards.
What You'll Bring
Proven technical expertise in civil engineering, especially in drainage and surface design.
Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D (or PDS), and MicroDrainage.
Strong working knowledge of planning and development procedures, particularly those involving local authorities and regulatory agencies.
Experience working on complex, multidisciplinary projects.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.
Commercial awareness and the ability to nurture client relationships.
A proactive, mentoring mindset with a passion for collaboration and technical excellence.
On Offer
Competitive salary aligned with your experience and skills.
25 days annual leave (plus the option to buy more).
5% employer pension contributions, life assurance, and private healthcare options.
Enhanced benefits for long-service milestones - including increased pension contributions and additional leave.
Fully funded training and development opportunities, including support for chartership.
Wellbeing support through health programs, including access to counselling, health cash plans, and fitness perks.
Flexible working, volunteering days, cycle to work scheme, and social events.