Senior Civil Engineer - Buildings Unit | Lead Projects

Mott MacDonald

Newcastle upon Tyne

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance
Life assurance up to 4× basic salary
Income protection and wellbeing
Flexible benefits and annual bonus
Employee ownership model

Job summary

Mott MacDonald seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to join the Buildings Unit, delivering building-related civil works across the UK and Europe. You will blend technical delivery with project management, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting bids.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and Chartered status with relevant experience, plus proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or InfoDrainage.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Civil Engineering is required.
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or IEng with relevant experience.
  • Experience in design of building-related civil engineering projects.
  • Experience coordinating project delivery, including programme, budget, and resources.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, design, and delivery of building-related civil works across the UK and Europe.
  • Deliver projects in line with quality, programme, and financial requirements.
  • Promote and ensure adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Support on project management responsibilities from bid stage through to completion.
  • Support business development activities and client engagement.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and graduates.

Skills

Civil Engineering
Chartered Engineer
Team leadership
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
CEng / IEng qualification

Tools

AutoCAD
Civil 3D
InfoDrainage

Job description

Mott MacDonald seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to join the Buildings Unit, delivering building-related civil works across the UK and Europe. You will blend technical delivery with project management, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting bids.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and Chartered status with relevant experience, plus proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or InfoDrainage.

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