Senior Civil Engineer in Leicester, Leicestershire

Energy Jobline CVL; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering consultancy in Leicester seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead design projects and mentor junior engineers. With over 8 years of experience, you will have a strong background in highway and drainage design, and act as a key technical authority. The role offers competitive salary and professional development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development support

Qualifications

• 8+ years of post-graduate experience in civil engineering.
• Experience with highway, junction, and drainage design.
• Actively working towards Chartered Engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for complex civil infrastructure projects.
• Deliver project documentation for client approvals.
• Provide technical mentorship for junior engineers.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships.
• Produce technical reports and feasibility assessments.

Skills

Highway design principles

Drainage design standards

Team mentoring

Stakeholder management

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Hydraulic modelling tools

Job description

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Senior Civil Engineer

Location: Leicester

Experience: 8+ Years

Tired of working on the sidelines? If you're a proven Senior Civil Engineer with 8+ years of experience and expertise in complex highway and drainage design, this is the role to establish your technical leadership in the East Midlands. Join a top-tier consultancy in Leicester where you'll lead major projects, mentor a growing team, and define your own career progression.

The Opportunity: Project Leadership & Mentoring

We're partnered with a leading civil engineering consultancy known for its high-quality delivery across the UK. In the Leicester office, you'll be instrumental in shaping projects from small-scale highway improvements to vast residential and commercial developments.

This role isn't just about design; it's about technical authority and team development. You will report directly to a Director, providing you with high-level exposure and ensuring your commitment to achieving Chartered status (ICE, CIHT, or CIWEM) is fully supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Designer: Take full technical responsibility for the design of complex civil infrastructure, including junctions, highways, drainage systems, and sustainable solutions.
• Approvals Expert: Deliver all project documentation to meet stringent adoption standards, particularly S278, S38, and S104 agreements.
• Technical Mentor: Provide guidance and technical checks for junior and intermediate engineers, actively contributing to the growth and capability of the team.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as a key technical liaison for clients, local authorities, contractors, and statutory bodies (e.g., the Environment Agency).
• Reporting & Feasibility: Produce high-quality technical reports, flood risk assessments, and contribute to initial proposals and scheme viability.

Your Professional Profile

We are looking for a technically excellent engineer who is ready for a leadership position.

Essential Skills & Expertise

• A Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant post‑graduate experience.
• Extensive experience in highway and junction design principles and standards (DMRB, Manual for Streets).
• Expert proficiency in key design software, including AutoCAD, Civils 3D, and hydraulic modelling tools (e.g., Flow/Microdrainage).
• Proven knowledge of statutory processes including S278, S38, S104, and NRSWA.
• Excellent communication, time management, and demonstrable mentoring skills.
• Chartered Engineer status (ICE, CIHT, or CIWEM) is highly desirable, or you must be actively working towards it.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in specialist areas like Active Travel design (LTN1/20), utilities coordination, or public realm schemes.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

This consultancy offers a professional yet highly supportive environment that values the expertise and commitment of its senior staff. You will work alongside some of the best in the industry in a culture where success is shared.

Benefits & Culture Highlights

• Career Advancement: A clear, accelerated progression path to Principal Engineer and Associate level, with direct influence on the practice's future.
• Competitive Package: A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package reflecting your senior level of experience and technical authority.
• Professional Development: Generous support for achieving or maintaining Chartered status and continuous professional training.
• Project Impact: Lead high-profile civil engineering projects that genuinely shape local communities and critical infrastructure.

If you are ready to take the next defining step in your career and lead complex designs in Leicester, apply now. We are managing immediate interviews.

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.

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