Senior Civil Engineer - Liverpool

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; West Kirby; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Clear progression path

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. in Liverpool seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead drainage and infrastructure design across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The role blends hands-on design with project leadership and mentoring of junior engineers.

The position offers hybrid working, a clear progression path, and the chance to shape Liverpool capability within a growing consultancy with a strong regional presence.

Qualifications

• Proven UK consultancy experience as a Senior Civil Engineer.
• Strong background in drainage and development infrastructure design.
• Confident managing projects and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver highways and drainage designs including S38, S278, S104, and S185.
• Lead projects from early feasibility through planning and technical approval.
• Prepare designs and reports using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and InfoDrainage.
• Liaise with clients, authorities and project stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Mentoring

Hands-on design

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InfoDrainage

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits

If you are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer role that offers genuine ownership, progression, and the opportunity to shape projects from day one, this Liverpool-based position is well worth exploring. This is a chance to join a well-established and growing civil engineering consultancy with a strong regional presence and a clear commitment to developing its Liverpool capability.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will take a lead role in delivering drainage and infrastructure design across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You will remain hands-on with design while also managing projects, supporting junior engineers, and working closely with senior leadership to help drive the team forward.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering highways and drainage designs including S38, S278, S104, and S185
• Leading projects from early feasibility through planning and technical approval
• Preparing designs and technical reports using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and InfoDrainage
• Liaising with clients, local authorities, and key project stakeholders
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians

About you:

• Proven UK consultancy experience as a Senior Civil Engineer
• Strong background in drainage and development infrastructure design
• Confident managing projects and client relationships
• Practical, hands-on approach to technical delivery

This Senior Civil Engineer opportunity offers hybrid working, a salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits, and a clear pathway for progression within a supportive and well-structured team.

Eligibility to Apply

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. UK consultancy experience is essential. Sponsorship is not available.

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