Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer

RGB Recruitment; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Exeter is seeking a Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer to lead and mentor a growing team on residential and mixed-use projects. The role involves taking ownership of civil infrastructure projects and delivering high-quality designs in drainage and highways. Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 with hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package including bonuses and training support. Ideal for an ambitious engineer ready for real responsibility.

Benefits

Profit-related bonus scheme

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Pension contributions and life cover

Private health scheme & enhanced parental leave

Flexible benefits (gym membership, cycle scheme, etc.)

ICE-accredited training scheme

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of UK consultancy experience in civil infrastructure design.
• Strong experience across drainage, SuDS, highways, and development infrastructure.
• Confident communicator with experience working directly with clients and approving bodies.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of civil infrastructure projects from concept to delivery.
• Lead the design of drainage, highways, and external works solutions.
• Prepare and review technical outputs including drainage strategies and detailed designs.

Skills

Drainage

Highways design

Client communication

Proficiency in AutoCAD

SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems)

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Exeter

£45,000 - £55,000

We're working with a well‑established, Exeter‑based consultancy who are looking to strengthen its Civil Infrastructure team with the addition of a Senior Engineer. You'll be joining at a busy and exciting time, with a strong pipeline of residential and mixed‑use development projects secured well into 2026.

The role

• Take technical ownership of civil infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery.
• Lead the design of drainage, highways and external works solutions for development‑led schemes.
• Prepare and review technical outputs, including drainage strategies, FRAs, earthworks appraisals and detailed design packages.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including planners, architects and approving authorities.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, playing a key role in the long‑term growth of the civils team.

What we're looking for

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5-10 years' UK consultancy experience in civil infrastructure design.
• Strong experience across drainage, SuDS, highways and development infrastructure.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and drainage software (MicroDrainage / Causeway Flow); Civil 3D experience advantageous.
• Confident communicator with experience working directly with clients and approving bodies.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary (£45,000 - £55,000 DOE).
• Profit‑related bonus scheme.
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension contributions and life cover.
• Private health scheme & enhanced parental leave.
• Flexible benefits (gym membership, cycle scheme, additional insurance, etc.).
• ICE‑accredited training scheme and full support towards professional qualifications.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious civil engineer looking to step into a senior role with real responsibility, progression and exposure to high‑quality development projects across the South West.