Senior Civil Engineer in City

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil and structural engineering consultancy based in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer. The role involves leading the design and delivery of engineering schemes, primarily focusing on drainage and infrastructure. Candidates should have at least 5 years of consultancy experience and a degree in Civil Engineering. The role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options, promoting a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Profit-sharing annual bonus

20-25 days' holiday

Standard company pension

Ongoing CPD and internal training sessions

Friendly office culture with social events

Qualifications

• 5+ years' UK-based consultancy experience.
• Proficient in drainage and infrastructure design (foul & surface water).
• Experience with Section 104, 106, and 278 agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of civil engineering schemes.
• Coordinate designs with internal and external teams.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior engineers.

Skills

Drainage and infrastructure design

Project management

Confident communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's preferred)

Tools

MicroDrainage

Civil 3D

PDS

Job description

Bennett and Game are pleased to be representing a well-established and employee-owned civil and structural engineering consultancy based in Cardiff. With over 30 years of industry presence, they are now seeking t a Senior level Civil Engineer to join their growing team due to continued project success and a strong project pipeline.

Civil Engineer Job Overview

• Take a lead role in the design and delivery of civil engineering schemes across multiple sectors
• Focus on drainage and infrastructure design for planning and technical design stages
• Deliver projects typically ranging from 4M- 15M in value
• Work across residential developments, education facilities, commercial refurbishments, and heritage conversions
• Coordinate designs with internal structural teams and external consultants
• Ensure compliance with adoptable standards, including SuDS, Section 104, 106, and 278
• Lead client and design team meetings throughout project lifecycles
• Oversee and manage the technical output of junior team members
• Provide mentorship and support to assistant engineers within the civil team
• Contribute to continuous improvement and collaborative team culture

Civil Engineer Job Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's preferred)
• 5+ years' UK-based consultancy experience
• Proficient in drainage and infrastructure design (foul & surface water)
• Experience with Section 104, 106, and 278 agreements
• Familiar with design software such as MicroDrainage, Civil 3D, or PDS
• Confident communicator and collaborative team player
• Based within a commutable distance to Cardiff, or willing to relocate

Civil Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Salary: 50,000 - 60,000
• Profit-sharing annual bonus
• 20-25 days' holiday (increasing with length of service)
• Standard company pension
• Hybrid working (typically up to 2-3 days from home)
• Ongoing CPD and internal training sessions
• Friendly, inclusive office culture with regular social events
• Potential for additional future benefits as the business grows

Our client pride themselves on technical excellence, employee development, and a collaborative working culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your contributions will be recognised, and your development supported.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.