Senior Civil Engineer - Consultancy

Financial & Credit Independence; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to manage civil engineering projects across education and multi-sector developments in the UK. Ideal candidates will have solid consultancy backgrounds and strong client-facing skills, working within a supportive hybrid model offering autonomy and career progression.

Benefits

Holidays

Pension

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a consultancy environment.
• Strong technical skills in infrastructure design.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of civil engineering works.
• Conduct site inspections and produce engineering reports.
• Liaise with various stakeholders to ensure project coordination.

Skills

Civil engineering design

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Chartered or working towards Chartered status (CEng, MICE or equivalent)

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer – Education & Multi-Sector Projects
Location: Birmingham or Nottingham (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Benefits: Holidays, Pension, Flexible Working

A leading engineering consultancy is looking to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer to join their growing team, working across education and multi-sector developments. Based in either Birmingham or Nottingham, this hybrid role offers the chance to shape key civil infrastructure schemes across the UK.

You will be responsible for delivering civil engineering design and assessment for a variety of projects, with a focus on drainage, highways, and external works packages. The role is ideal for someone with a solid background in consultancy and strong client-facing experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of civil engineering works including site infrastructure, drainage, SUDS, and highways.
• Undertake site inspections and produce engineering reports and assessments.
• Liaise with clients, architects, planners, and contractors to ensure smooth project coordination.
• Provide mentoring and support to junior team members.
• Manage your own workload and contribute to business development when needed.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience working as a Civil Engineer in a consultancy environment.
• Strong technical skills in infrastructure design (roads, drainage, external works).
• Proficiency in civil engineering design software such as Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, or similar.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable:

• Chartered or working towards Chartered status (CEng, MICE or equivalent).
• Experience in the education or public sector is a plus, but not essential.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid working: 3 days office-based, 2 days remote or site-based.
• Offices located in both Birmingham and Nottingham – flexible base.
• Autonomy to manage your own diary and workload.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience.
• Standard holiday allowance and pension scheme.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment with career progression opportunities.