Senior Civil Engineer - Lead Highways & Infrastructure (Hybrid)

BWB Consulting Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% pension match

25 days holiday

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Fully funded training

Volunteering days

Job summary

BWB Consulting Ltd in Birmingham is looking for a Civil Engineer to lead multi-disciplinary projects, including highways and drainage design. You will utilize industry-leading software like Civil 3D and AutoCAD to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills, fostering long-term client relationships. Competitive benefits include a 5% pension match, 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in Civil Engineering design, from concept through to delivery.
• Proficiency in design software and confidence in adapting to new tools.
• Commercial awareness and a clear understanding of client needs across public and private sectors.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships at every level.
• A collaborative, positive mindset — with the drive to lead, mentor, and make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to multi‑disciplinary projects, managing design of highways, drainage, and external works.
• Use industry‑leading software to deliver innovative, efficient designs.
• Engage with planning authorities, statutory undertakers, and national bodies to shape solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their unique needs.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.

Skills

Civil Engineering design

Proficiency in design software

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness

Collaborative mindset

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

PDS

Job description

BWB Consulting Ltd in Birmingham is looking for a Civil Engineer to lead multi-disciplinary projects, including highways and drainage design. You will utilize industry-leading software like Civil 3D and AutoCAD to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills, fostering long-term client relationships. Competitive benefits include a 5% pension match, 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), and a collaborative work environment.