Senior Civil Engineer - Leeds(Up to 90k)

Pertemps; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Senior Civil Engineer with 10-13 years of experience to lead complex infrastructure projects in Leeds. The ideal candidate will ensure quality deliverables, mentor junior engineers, and liaise with clients on high-stakes projects. A degree in Civil Engineering and Chartered status are essential. Strong proficiency in engineering software is required. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 10-13 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design/infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability leading complex design work like roads, drainage, and utilities.
• Chartered status or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design for large/high value infrastructure projects.
• Manage multiple projects or major design packages simultaneously.
• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies for compliance and quality.

Skills

Leadership in design projects

Technical mentoring

Civil engineering software proficiency

Education

Civil Engineering degree (BEng / MEng or similar)

Tools

BIM modelling tools

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer – Senior Engineer (10‑13 years’ experience)

Location: Leeds

Salary: £70,000 – £90,000 per annum

Role Overview

A senior, technically strong engineer who can take lead roles on complex, large‑scale infrastructure or civil design projects. You’ll manage and shape technical approaches, lead multidisciplinary coordination, mentor teams, and be responsible for high‑quality outcomes across several project streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design for large / high value infrastructure or mixed development projects.
• Set standards, review design deliverables, manage complex design interfaces.
• Provide oversight over juniors and mid‑level engineers; technical mentoring.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, local authorities. Hold responsibility for compliance, quality, safety.
• Manage multiple projects or major design packages simultaneously.
• Contribute to business development, proposal writing, technical strategy.

Person Specification

Essential

• Civil Engineering degree (BEng / MEng or similar)
• 10‑13 years’ relevant experience in civil engineering design / infrastructure
• Demonstrated ability leading complex design work (roads, drainage, earthworks, utilities etc.)
• Strong proficiency in engineering software, modelling, standards & codes; technical judgment
• Chartered status or equivalent

Desirable

• Experience in innovation, sustainability or digital engineering (BIM, modelling tools etc.)
• Track record of delivering high profile or landmark projects