Senior Civil Engineer - Infrastructure

Stantec; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our Civil Infrastructure team in Ashford. You will lead technical delivery, coordinate projects and mentor junior engineers across a diverse portfolio, delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions.

You will collaborate with clients, regulators and multidisciplinary teams, progressing your leadership within a growing UK&I team and enjoying a hybrid work model across civil, transport, environmental and building disciplines.

Qualifications

• Must have MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering and Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership.
• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure design projects across lifecycle.
• Strong technical expertise in highway and drainage infrastructure design.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and coordinating teams.
• Experience with Civils 3D and MicroDrainage is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery and approval of civil infrastructure projects across sectors.
• Coordinate outputs to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and high quality standards.
• Produce and review designs, reports, and project documentation.
• Deliver infrastructure designs from concept through detailed design and construction.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Review outputs for quality, compliance and best practice.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and build relationships with clients and authorities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Mentoring junior engineers

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civils 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our thriving Civil Infrastructure team in Ashford, supporting the delivery of innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across the South-East and beyond.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and collaborative team with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of our regional business, working alongside talented professionals across civil engineering, transport, buildings and environmental disciplines to deliver integrated solutions for our clients.

With flexible and hybrid working options available, we provide a supportive environment where you can maintain a healthy work-life balance while continuing to develop your technical expertise and career.

About The Role:

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will take a leading role in the delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure projects, providing technical expertise, supporting project teams and helping shape successful outcomes for our clients.

You will work closely with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions, while supporting the development of junior engineers and technicians within the team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the technical delivery and approval of civil infrastructure projects across a range of sectors.
• Managing and coordinating project outputs to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Producing and reviewing technical designs, reports and project documentation.
• Delivering infrastructure designs throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and planning through to detailed design and construction.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Reviewing and checking engineering outputs to ensure quality, compliance and best practice.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across civil engineering, transport, environmental and building disciplines.
• Building strong relationships with clients, local authorities, statutory bodies and other stakeholders.
• Supporting the continued growth and success of the Ashford Civil Infrastructure team.
• You will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects, develop your leadership capabilities and continue progressing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Your Impact:

In this role, you will:

• Deliver innovative infrastructure solutions that create lasting value for communities and the environment.
• Lead the successful delivery of complex civil engineering projects across the region and beyond.
• Provide technical expertise to support high-quality design outcomes.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, helping to build the capability of the wider team.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders to influence the delivery of successful infrastructure schemes.
• Collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines to create coordinated and sustainable solutions.
• Support the continued growth and reputation of Stantec’s Civil Infrastructure team.
• Play an important role in shaping projects that improve places and enhance everyday experiences.

About You:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions and is looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and collaborative team.

You will have:

• An MEng or BEng qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional chartership.
• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure design projects.
• Strong technical expertise in highway and drainage infrastructure design.
• Experience delivering multidisciplinary projects throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept through to detailed design and delivery.
• Proven experience working closely with clients, technical teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring and supporting junior engineers and managing team workloads.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to build effective relationships internally and externally.
• Experience using design software such as Civils 3D and MicroDrainage would be advantageous.
• Experience with utility coordination and engagement with regulators, drainage authorities and highway authorities.
• A commitment to delivering innovative, sustainable and high-quality engineering solutions.

If you are looking for an opportunity to take ownership of exciting infrastructure projects, develop your technical leadership skills and make a meaningful impact within a collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us:

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here:Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

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