Senior Civil Engineer

Pertemps TM; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join a growing infrastructure team in Manchester. In this role, you'll design and deliver major residential projects. Ideal candidates will have consultancy experience, proficiency in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD, and a drive for professional development. A competitive salary of £40,000 – £55,000 and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Clear scope for progression

Supportive team culture

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Several years’ post-graduate UK consultancy experience.
• Proven background in pre-planning and planning-stage infrastructure design.
• Strong communication skills and technical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the design of residential infrastructure projects.
• Develop drainage strategies and produce Flood Risk Assessments.
• Manage project elements and guide junior engineers.

Skills

Infrastructure design

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Leadership

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Manchester

£40,000 – £55,000

A growing infrastructure team in Manchester is looking for an experienced Civil Engineer or Senior Engineer to help deliver major residential-led development projects. This is an opportunity to join a specialist team working on large-scale schemes ranging from 50 units to several thousand homes.

You’ll take a hands‑on role in designing infrastructure, planning and detailed design stage, with real ownership and progression available.

What you’ll be doing :

• Leading or supporting the design of residential infrastructure projects
• Developing drainage strategies, level plans and earthworks appraisals
• Producing Flood Risk Assessments, Utilities Statements and technical notes
• Working on S104 / S38 / S278 submissions and technical approvals
• Preparing and coordinating planning-stage documents
• Guiding junior engineers, checking work and ensuring project quality
• Liaising with clients, design teams and local authorities
• Managing elements of projects (Senior role: full project management + fee proposals + BD)

What we’re looking for :

• Several years’ post‑graduate UK consultancy experience
• Strong background in pre‑planning and planning-stage infrastructure design
• Proficiency with MicroDrainage & AutoCAD (Civils 3D beneficial)
• Good technical understanding + strong communication skills
• Someone driven who wants to develop themselves and support team growth

What’s on offer :

• £40,000 – £55,000 DOE
• Clear scope for progression into a senior or leadership role
• Supportive team culture with regular CPD and development
• Flexible working (2-3 days in office per week)
• Strong project pipeline with major national developers

If you’re a civil engineer wanting bigger projects, more responsibility and a supportive team environment, this is a standout opportunity.