Senior Civil Engineer: Highways & Drainage Lead (Leicester)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Leicester is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with strong expertise in highways and drainage design. This role involves leading civil infrastructure design for various developments while mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have at least eight years of UK design experience and proficiency in AutoCAD and Civils 3D, with a strong understanding of relevant standards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression support

Qualifications

• At least eight years of UK design experience in civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of DMRB and Manual for Streets.
• Chartered or working towards professional accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of highways, junctions, and drainage systems.
• Deliver technical submissions for approvals.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure design quality.

Skills

Civil Engineering expertise

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Hydraulic modelling

Communication skills

Leadership capability

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

A leading consultancy firm in Leicester is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with strong expertise in highways and drainage design. This role involves leading civil infrastructure design for various developments while mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have at least eight years of UK design experience and proficiency in AutoCAD and Civils 3D, with a strong understanding of relevant standards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.