Senior Civil Engineer - Cardiff)

Penguin Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Cardiff is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to manage project delivery and quality across various sectors, including residential and renewable energy. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Civil Engineering and have 3-5 years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in key engineering software. The role offers competitive compensation, flexible working hours, and excellent career opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Structured CPD

Professional membership support

Generous bonuses

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension contributions

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of post-graduate experience in civil design projects.
• Chartered status is desirable; applications from experienced non-chartered engineers are welcome.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of drainage and civil infrastructure designs.
• Manage project quality and accuracy according to adoption standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Support junior team members through mentorship.

Skills

Civil design project management

Client engagement

Technical reporting

Mentorship

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Cardiff

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected consultancy for an experienced Civil Engineer in Cardiff, where you will take ownership of project delivery, quality management, and client relationships across a wide range of sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer to play a leading role in the technical delivery of civil engineering schemes, while contributing to the ongoing growth of a highly regarded consultancy.

Working closely with the Civil Engineering Director, you will oversee the design, quality management, and commercial performance of projects in sectors such as residential housing, care homes, industrial developments, remediation, and renewable energy schemes. The role involves direct client engagement as well as technical design and reporting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of drainage, highway, and civil infrastructure designs to adoption standards.
• Manage project quality and accuracy, ensuring engineering outputs meet the highest standards.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior team members.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships.

Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 3-5 years' post-graduate experience with responsibility for civil design projects.
• Chartered status is desirable, though applications from highly experienced non-chartered engineers are welcomed.
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in client-facing roles.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Benefits:

This consultancy offers a competitive salary, flexible working, structured CPD, professional membership support, generous bonuses, private healthcare, enhanced pension contributions, and excellent career progression opportunities.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. Contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience, for more information.