Senior Civil Engineer

PT Renewables; Swindon; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Senior Civil & Geotechnical Engineer to oversee critical rail infrastructure projects. This role involves ensuring technical excellence, managing a team of engineers, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Civil Engineering with specific experience in Geotechnical and Drainage works. A competitive salary is offered, along with a car allowance and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Enhanced overtime rates

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Rail sector, ideally with familiarity with Network Rail processes.
• Experience successfully managing and integrating subcontractors.
• Current CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Take accountability for technical assurance, signing off designs.
• Manage the engineering process from design to delivery.
• Lead and mentor a site-based team including Graduate Engineers and Apprentices.
• Act as the primary contact for technical queries and material acceptance.
• Prepare and implement essential safety documentation.

Skills

Rail sector experience

Civil Engineering background

Geotechnical knowledge

Team leadership

Technical problem solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Senior Civil & Geotechnical Engineer (Rail)

Location: Bristol or Swindon (with regional site travel) Salary: £51,000 - £56,000 + Car / Allowance (£4,700) Framework: Network Rail CP7

Are you ready to be the technical authority for critical rail infrastructure?

We are seeking a Senior Civil & Geotechnical Engineer to join a high-performing Civils South West team delivering essential geotechnical and drainage works within the demanding Network Rail CP7 framework. This is a pivotal role where your expertise will bridge the gap between design and physical delivery, ensuring safety, quality, and technical excellence on every project.

If you are an experienced Rail Civil Engineer looking for a role with true ownership and responsibility, where you can directly influence project success and mentor the next generation, this is your opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Construction Responsible Engineer (CRE) : Take accountability for technical assurance, formally signing off designs, and ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards.
• Engineering Leadership : Manage the entire engineering process, from interpreting designs to successful site delivery across multiple sites between Gloucester and Glastonbury.
• Team Development : Lead, mentor, and inspire a site-based team, including Graduate Engineers and Apprentices.
• Technical Problem Solver : Act as the primary point of contact for technical queries (RFIs, NCRs) and material acceptance (MARS).
• Safety & Compliance : Prepare, approve, and implement essential safety documentation (WPPs, CPPs, Task Briefs) and conduct site health & safety inspections.

Your Expertise :

• Proven experience in the Rail sector, ideally with familiarity with Network Rail processes.
• Strong Civil Engineering background with a demonstrable focus on Geotechnical and Drainage works.
• Experience in successfully managing and integrating subcontractors.
• A Civil Engineering degree is essential (Master's preferred).
• Current CSCS card.

Bonus Points: Existing CRE experience, Membership of ICE, and working towards Chartership.

The Package :

• Competitive Salary : £51,000 - £56,000 per annum.
• Exceptional Mobility : Generous Car or Car Allowance of £4,700.
• Enhanced Overtime : Opportunity to significantly boost earnings with generous rates (1.3x Saturday, 1.5x Saturday night / Sunday).
• Work / Life Balance : 40 hours per week, with flexibility required for essential night and weekend work to meet rail access requirements.
• Development : Support provided for PTS, SMSTS / SSSTS training, and ongoing professional development.