Senior Civil Engineer in Birmingham)

Penguin Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead complex infrastructure and residential projects across Birmingham. The role involves mentoring junior staff, coordinating with local authorities, and ensuring project compliance with national standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering and at least 8 years of consultancy experience, particularly in S278 and highway design. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including private healthcare and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days’ holiday plus option to buy additional leave

Flexible working arrangements

Private healthcare and life assurance

Pension and Company Share Ownership Scheme

Cycle to Work and Tech schemes

Structured mentoring and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ consultancy experience.
• Confident in local authority and National Highways processes.
• Experience with public realm or active travel design is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of Section 278 schemes.
• Prepare drawings and models using various software.
• Ensure designs comply with national standards.
• Collaborate with authorities and developers.

Skills

S278 and highway design

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Report writing

Drainage design

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Vehicle Tracking

KeyLINES/SIGN/POST software

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Birmingham

Are you a highly experienced Senior Civil Engineer with expertise in S278 and highway design? Join a respected independent consultancy and take a lead role delivering complex infrastructure and residential projects across Birmingham and the wider Midlands.

The Opportunity

You’ll lead a variety of schemes, from local highway improvements to large residential and commercial developments. Typical projects include roundabouts, signalised junctions, ghost‑island right turns, and priority junctions. This role allows you to take ownership of technical delivery, mentor junior staff, and ensure projects meet the highest standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the design and delivery of Section 278 schemes and associated highway works
• Prepare drawings and models using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Vehicle Tracking, and KeyLINES/SIGN/POST software
• Ensure designs comply with DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN1/20, and other national standards
• Collaborate with local authorities, National Highways, and developers to deliver buildable, compliant solutions
• Lead drainage design input and adoption processes for S38 and S104 agreements
• Mentor and support junior engineers, overseeing team quality and project delivery standards
• Contribute to fee proposals, bids, and technical reports

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years’ consultancy experience, with S278 and access junction design expertise
• Confident in local authority and National Highways processes
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Civil 3D, 3D modelling and drainage design experience preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, organisation and report‑writing skills
• Experience with public realm, active travel or cycling infrastructure design advantageous

Why Join

You’ll take a senior role in a consultancy that invests in its people, offering variety, responsibility and structured career progression.

Benefits include

• Competitive salary
• 25 days’ holiday plus option to buy additional leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Pension and Company Share Ownership Scheme
• Cycle to Work and Tech schemes
• Structured mentoring and professional development

Take this opportunity to join a team delivering high‑quality infrastructure projects across Birmingham and the Midlands, while leading and developing your team.

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