Senior Civil Engineer (Roads)

Aldwych Consulting; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with a proficiency in highway and infrastructure projects. This full-time role includes responsibilities for project design and team management within a supportive environment, offering competitive salary, and benefits including training support and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

33 days' annual leave

Pension and private healthcare

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Working towards Chartered status.
• Strong understanding of DMRB standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed designs for highways and infrastructure.
• Manage small project teams.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of DMRB standards

Civil Engineering knowledge

Team management

Proactive ownership of projects

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civils 3D

InfoDrain

PDS

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer (Roads) – Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh

Type: Full-time, Permanent

I'm working with a leading, privately owned UK consultancy that's looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer (Roads) to join their growing team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in major infrastructure, highway, and energy schemes across the UK – working within a multidisciplinary team that delivers innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

The Role

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design and delivery of complex road and infrastructure projects. You'll also mentor junior team members and contribute to the ongoing development of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop conceptual and detailed designs for highways, infrastructure, and energy projects
• Manage small project teams, ensuring deliverables meet quality, programme, and budget expectations
• Provide technical input and governance across design stages
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders (e.g. Transport Scotland, SEPA, NatureScot)
• Attend design and site meetings to support project progress

About You

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Working towards Chartered status (ICE, CIHT, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of DMRB standards and specifications
• Experience with Civils 3D, InfoDrain, or PDS (signs/lines)
• Background delivering highways or infrastructure projects for public or private sector clients
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and confident taking ownership of design delivery

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
• ICE‑approved training and structured chartership support
• 33 days' annual leave (including public holidays)
• Pension, private healthcare, and life insurance
• Interest‑free travel loan
• Bonus schemes including loyalty and qualification awards
• Hybrid/flexible working options
• Supportive, inclusive environment with clear progression opportunities

If you're a civil engineer with strong highways and infrastructure experience and looking to join a collaborative, forward‑thinking consultancy, this could be a great fit.

Interested?

Get in touch for a confidential chat or apply directly.

Michael Finch
Associate Consultant – Aldwych Consulting

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Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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