Senior Civil Engineer

Extension Recruitment; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning building design consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer based in Durham to lead civil design projects and manage project delivery. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, possess extensive experience, and demonstrate proficiency in relevant design software. This role offers hybrid working arrangements alongside flexible benefits, including generous holiday and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension up to 6%

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in engineering consultancy.
• Proven track record in leading project delivery.
• Knowledge of relevant UK standards and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design projects in the Civil & Structural team.
• Manage project delivery within the consultancy.
• Prepare detailed designs and specifications.

Skills

Civil/Structural Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

Design Software Proficiency

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent

Tools

PDS

Civils 3D

AutoCAD

Micro-Drainage/Flow

Job description

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer

Location: Durham

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Our client is an award winning building design consultancy currently experiencing a period of growth. With exciting new projects on the horizon, they are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. With sites across the North, this person will be based in Durham on a hybrid basis.

About the Company

This business is very passionate about their people and believe that their team defines their identity as a company.

Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays’. (Holiday purchase scheme is also available)
• Company pension up to 6%
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plus many more!

The Role – Senior Civil Engineer

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will leverage your extensive experience in the appraisal and design of building structures, from feasibility to construction stage delivery, to contribute to a variety of schemes and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil design projects within the Civil & Structural team.
• Manage project delivery and provide leadership within an engineering consultancy.
• Prepare detailed designs and specifications using PDS, Civils 3D, AutoCAD, and Micro-Drainage/Flow.
• Liaise with statutory authorities for section agreement approvals such as S38 & S104 agreements.
• Produce drainage and external works designs, coordinating with other disciplines.
• Prepare technical specifications and assist the QS team with the development of Bills of Quantities.

About You – Senior Civil Engineer

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent, with significant post‑qualification experience. You will have a proven track record in managing project delivery and providing leadership within an engineering consultancy.

Key Qualifications

• Proficiency in preparing detailed designs and specifications using relevant software.
• Competence in the conceptual and detailed design of infrastructure projects, including earthworks, roads, and drainage.
• Knowledge of relevant UK standards, adoptable standards, and building regulations.
• Progressing ICE Membership towards IEng / CEng.

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