Senior Civil Engineer

Vertical Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in Nottingham is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer who will manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering, is chartered or working towards it, and has strong knowledge of civil engineering standards. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 25 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Workplace pension scheme

Regular CPD sessions

Annual bonus scheme

Free gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered or working towards Chartered status.
• Strong background in civil engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage delivery of multiple civil engineering projects.
• Produce and check civil engineering designs ensuring quality.
• Mentor junior team members and manage project aspects.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering design

Mentoring

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered or working towards Chartered status

Tools

Civil 3D

PDS

Flow

MicroDrainage

Job description

Overview

Senior Civil Engineer — Nottingham | £40,000 - £50,000 + Hybrid + Flexible Working Hours + Bonus + Christmas Shutdown

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join a growing consultancy in Nottingham. This is a great opportunity to take a leading role within a small, supportive team delivering a wide variety of civil and structural engineering projects, including public realm schemes, highways, active travel, residential developments, commercial units, schools, and high-tech industrial facilities.

The Role

• Supervise and manage the delivery of multiple projects, leading small delivery teams from pre-planning through to on-site delivery.
• Produce and check civil engineering designs, including levels, drainage, earthworks, and external works, ensuring technical quality and client satisfaction.
• Prepare and review highway design packages to Local Authority approval standards.
• Mentor junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Oversee commercial aspects of smaller schemes, including fee proposals, invoicing, and managing variations.
• Coordinate civil engineering design with in-house structural teams and with external multidisciplinary consultants.
• Lead by example, maintaining professionalism, diligence, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

About You

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered, or working towards Chartered status, with a recognised institution (e.g. ICE).
• Strong background across a range of civil engineering disciplines, with experience delivering schemes to both private and public sector standards.
• Good knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including Building Regulations, Local Authority guidance, DMRB, Specification for Highway Works, and Sewerage Sector Guidance.
• Experience working with Sectional Agreements under the Highways Act (S38, S278) and Water Industry Act (S104, S106).
• Proficient in industry-standard design software such as Civil 3D, PDS, Flow, and MicroDrainage.
• Capable of managing competing workloads and leading small project delivery teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with a proactive approach.

What´s on Offer

• Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
• Up to 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off + office closed over Christmas (typically two weeks, not taken from holiday allowance).
• Flexible working options following probation.
• Workplace pension scheme (5% employee contribution / 3% employer contribution, reviewed annually).
• Regular CPD sessions tailored to your role and career progression.
• Annual bonus scheme linked to company performance.
• Free gym membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Culture & Development

You'll be joining a consultancy that values collaboration, progression, and technical excellence. As one of the early recruits in a growing civil engineering team, you'll have the opportunity to shape its future direction, mentor junior colleagues, and take on significant responsibility, all while working on a diverse and engaging project portfolio.