Senior Civil Engineer – Leicester(50-60k)

Pertemps TM; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil and structural engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to oversee project delivery in their Leicester office. This role offers a chance to mentor junior staff and lead projects across multiple sectors, with competitive salary discussions based on experience. Additional benefits include career growth in a supportive culture with visible project impacts.

Benefits

Flexible salary discussion

Supportive culture

Career growth potential

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in civil infrastructure design within consultancy.
• Proven leadership and project management capability.
• Confident communicator with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil infrastructure design projects.
• Ensure compliance with UK design standards and quality expectations.
• Manage workloads, resources, and deadlines effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Civil Infrastructure Design

Proficiency in Civil 3D

Proficiency in MicroDrainage

Proficiency in Causeway Flow

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Causeway Flow

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer – Leicester

Salary : £50,000 – £60,000 (open to discussion based on experience)

Location : Leicester (within 1 hour’s commute) – relocation considered

Company : Leading Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy

About the Company

A design-led civil and structural engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for technical excellence and creative delivery. With offices in Leicester and Birmingham — and expansion planned into London and Lincoln — the company works across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, leisure, and heritage sectors.

They pride themselves on a hands‑on culture where initiative, collaboration, and accountability are valued — and where you’ll see the impact of your work every day.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to take a leading role within the Leicester office. You’ll oversee day-to-day project delivery, mentor junior team members, and step up to lead the team in the Principal Engineer’s absence.

You’ll work on a wide range of projects, helping drive the consultancy’s next phase of regional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil infrastructure design projects (drainage, highways, earthworks, and external works).
• Use Civil 3D , MicroDrainage , and Causeway Flow to produce high-quality design deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with UK design standards and quality expectations.
• Manage workloads, resources, and deadlines effectively.
• Provide technical mentorship and leadership to the civil engineering team.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and local authorities with professionalism and confidence.
• Contribute to business development and the growth of regional offices.

About You

• Chartered (CEng) or close to chartership.
• 5-10 years’ experience in civil infrastructure design within consultancy.
• Proficient in Civil 3D , MicroDrainage , and Causeway Flow .
• Proven leadership and project management capability.
• Confident communicator with a proactive mindset.
• Based within 1 hour of Leicester (or open to relocation ).

What’s on Offer

• A genuine leadership opportunity , stepping up to manage the Leicester team when the Principal Engineer is away.
• Work on a diverse and interesting portfolio across multiple sectors.
• Join a growing, design-led consultancy with major regional expansion plans.
• Flexible salary discussion – the firm prefers to see what top candidates believe they’re worth.
• Supportive culture, visible impact, and career growth potential.