Senior Civil Engineer in Leicester

Energy Jobline AZ; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing civil engineering consultancy in Leicester is seeking a Civil Engineer to lead projects and mentor junior staff. Key responsibilities include delivering high-quality designs, managing pre-planning through construction phases, and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate has experience with Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, and a passion for engineering excellence. The role offers a salary of up to £55,000, flexible working, and an annual bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Flexible working

Annual bonus

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering civil engineering designs across various sectors.
• Ability to manage workloads and work effectively in a small team.
• A passion for delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects from pre-planning to construction.
• Design and review drainage, highways, earthworks.
• Support and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Civil engineering design experience

Proficiency in Civil 3D

Mentorship abilities

Project management skills

Understanding of drainage and highways design

Education

Chartered status (or working towards it) with ICE

Tools

MicroDrainage

PDS

Job description

About the Company

A fast-growing consultancy known for delivering high-quality work across both public and private sectors. The business prides itself on offering a supportive and challenging environment where engineers are encouraged to develop, lead and shape their careers. As an early member of their expanding Civil Engineering team, you’ll have the chance to play a key role in its long-term growth and direction.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for delivering civil engineering projects to a high standard, managing junior engineers, and working closely with clients.

Key responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of multiple projects from pre-planning through to construction
• Designing and reviewing drainage, highways, earthworks, and external works
• Preparing design packages for technical approval (including S278, S38, S104, S106)
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers
• Collaborating with structural engineers and other disciplines as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Candidate requirements

• Proven experience delivering civil engineering designs across various sectors
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, MicroDrainage (or Flow), PDS, and similar design tools
• Experience working with Section 278, 38, 104, and 106 agreements
• Ability to manage workloads, mentor others, and work effectively in a small, close-knit team
• A passion for delivering high-quality work and continuously improving processes
• Chartered status (or working towards it) with ICE or a similar institution would be advantageous

Whats in it for you?

• Up to £55,000 salary
• 25 days holiday in addition to Bank Holidays
• Flexible working after probation (subject to approval)
• Annual bonus (subject to company and personal performance)
• Pension

If you’re a technically strong Civil Engineer ready to step into a leadership role within a supportive, forward‑thinking consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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