Senior Civil Engineer in Sevenoaks)

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

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Seven Oaks seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead civil engineering projects and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in design, working towards or holding Chartered Engineer status. This role offers stability and growth within a supportive, innovative environment, with clear leadership opportunities and project variety.

Benefits

Chartership Support

Variety of Projects

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years' professional experience in civil engineering design.
• Working towards or already holding Chartered Engineer status.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modelling, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate civil engineering projects.
• Design highways, junctions, and drainage systems.
• Perform hydraulic modelling and coordinate infrastructure.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Liaise with clients and statutory bodies.

Skills

Civil Engineering Design

Hydraulic Modelling

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Chartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Senior Civil Engineer · Seven Oaks

Ready to step into a leadership role with one of Kent's largest and most respected engineering consultancies? We're partnered with a highly successful, well-established engineering firm that specializes in challenging civil infrastructure, marine, and heritage projects. Since 1987, they've built a reputation for imaginative engineering and a supportive, flexible culture. This is a prime opportunity for a motivated Senior Civil Engineer to move into a managerial role, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to the practice's continued growth.

Why Join This Consultancy? (Benefits & Culture Focus)

This is a firm built on a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation is encouraged. You'll benefit from:

• Clear Leadership Track: Excellent opportunity to develop to leadership level within the practice.
• Chartership Support: Active professional development via an ICE accredited training scheme, with a proven track record of achieving Chartership.
• Project Variety: Lead on high-impact projects across civil infrastructure, heritage, and marine sectors.
• Stability: Join a business with high integrity, resulting in over 80 percent repeat client business.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the design and coordination of civil engineering projects.
• Design highways, junctions, and foul/surface water drainage systems.
• Perform hydraulic modelling and coordinate infrastructure.
• Supervise and mentor less experienced team members.
• Regular liaison with clients, statutory bodies, and other professionals.

What You Will Bring

• Typically 5+ years' professional experience in civil engineering design.
• Working towards, or already holding, Chartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent).
• Proficiency in hydraulic modelling, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
• Experience with relevant agreements: Section 278, Section 38, Section 104, and Section 185.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with external stakeholders.

Apply Now

If you're ready to lead projects and people while securing your own professional future, apply today.

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.