Senior Civil Engineer - River & Coastal Infrastructure Lead

Stantec; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to join their River and Coastal Team in the Southwest, specifically in Exeter, Taunton, Bristol, or Cardiff. This role involves designing and managing a range of river and coastal development projects aimed at sustainable community impact. Candidates should hold a Civil Engineering degree and possess strong communication skills, with a background in infrastructure design. The position offers support for career development within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Infrastructure or Environmental Design role.
• Experience producing Flood Risk Assessments and design of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS).
• Ability to work independently and represent the employer in a client-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs for drainage strategies and flood risk management.
• Engage with stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals.
• Support projects during the construction stage, including site queries.

Skills

Experience in river and coastal management

Strong communication skills

Project coordination

Client-facing role

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Chartered professional status or close to application

Tools

AutoCAD/Civils 3D

InfoDrainage/MicroDrainage

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to join their River and Coastal Team in the Southwest, specifically in Exeter, Taunton, Bristol, or Cardiff. This role involves designing and managing a range of river and coastal development projects aimed at sustainable community impact. Candidates should hold a Civil Engineering degree and possess strong communication skills, with a background in infrastructure design. The position offers support for career development within a collaborative team environment.