Senior Civil Engineer

Carrington West; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to take ownership of major infrastructure schemes in a Bristol-based office. You will lead design, mentor engineers and engage clients while delivering schemes from feasibility through to construction.

Join a growing highways, transport & infrastructure team delivering residential, industrial and energy projects. This role blends technical leadership with client liaison and career development, with some home-working by agreement.

Qualifications

• Consultancy experience delivering development infrastructure, particularly residential schemes.
• Strong technical knowledge of Sewer Sector Guidance, Building Regulations, DMRB and CIRIA C753.
• Advanced ability using MicroDrainage/Flow and AutoCAD, with Civil 3D and/or Site 3D being advantageous.
• Experience across pre-planning, planning and detailed design stages, including S104, S38 and S278 approvals.
• Excellent communication skills, confidence leading others and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Concept and detailed drainage strategies.
• Levels strategies and earthworks appraisals.
• Planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements.
• Due diligence reviews to support land acquisition.
• Detailed design and construction drawings.
• Securing technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 and associated agreements.

Skills

Sewer Sector Guidance

Building Regulations

DMRB

CIRIA C753

Client engagement

Tools

MicroDrainage/Flow

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Site 3D

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

If you are a Senior Civil Engineer looking to take ownership of projects, lead teams and play a key role in shaping major developments, this Bristol-based opportunity offers the challenge and progression you are looking for. This Senior Civil Engineer role combines technical leadership, client engagement and career development within a growing infrastructure environment. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be trusted to lead schemes from feasibility through to construction, influence technical decisions and mentor engineers around you. You will work on large, high-profile residential developments while maintaining a healthy balance between office collaboration and flexible working.

You will be joining an expanding infrastructure team delivering work primarily for large residential developers, alongside selected industrial, commercial and energy projects. Residential schemes typically range from around 100 units to several thousand dwellings. The team specialises in drainage, highways and development infrastructure and works closely with transport and flood risk professionals to deliver coordinated, high-quality solutions.

This Senior Civil Engineer role is based in Bristol and is primarily office based, with the opportunity to work from home on some days by agreement. You will be doing the following:

• Leading the design and day-to-day management of multiple infrastructure projects across a range of clients
• Taking ownership of programme, budget and quality, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard
• Guiding, mentoring and supporting junior engineers, delegating and checking work to maintain technical excellence
• Reviewing drawings and calculations to ensure compliance with design standards and internal QA procedures
• Liaising directly with clients and stakeholders, building strong working relationships

To succeed as a Senior Civil Engineer, you will have:

• Consultancy experience delivering development infrastructure projects, particularly residential schemes
• Strong technical knowledge of Sewer Sector Guidance, Building Regulations, DMRB and CIRIA C753
• Advanced ability using MicroDrainage/Flow and AutoCAD, with Civil 3D and/or Site 3D being advantageous
• Experience across pre-planning, planning and detailed design stages, including S104, S38 and S278 approvals
• Excellent communication skills, confidence leading others and a proactive approach to problem solving

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering and overseeing:

• Concept and detailed drainage strategies
• Levels strategies and earthworks appraisals
• Planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements
• Due diligence reviews to support land acquisition
• Detailed design and construction drawings
• Securing technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 and associated agreements

The salary for this Senior Civil Engineer position is dependent on experience.

This Bristol-based Senior Civil Engineer role offers clear progression as the team continues to grow. You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership, commercial awareness and technical expertise, with increasing responsibility over time. The role is office based, with agreed home working available.

Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market.

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