Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Carrington West; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to lead infrastructure design and project management. You'll manage multiple schemes, support junior engineers, and liaise with clients, overseeing the entire process from planning to delivery. Ideal candidates should have significant post-graduate experience, strong technical skills in relevant software, and a drive for professional development. This role offers a flexible working arrangement and various performance-related benefits.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Chartership support

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension contribution

Training funding

Cycle-to-work scheme

Interest-free season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Significant post-graduate experience in infrastructure engineering.
• Strong experience in planning stages and technical design approvals.
• Good knowledge of relevant design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and management of multiple infrastructure schemes.
• Support junior engineers and manage project timelines.
• Liaise with clients and prepare fee proposals.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical capability

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Post-graduate experience or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

You’ll be joining an infrastructure team in Manchester at a well‑established consultancy that’s growing quickly due to a strong pipeline of work with major residential developers. If you enjoy variety, ownership, and seeing schemes move from early feasibility through to delivery, this Senior Infrastructure Engineer role is built for you.

What you’ll be doing in the Senior Infrastructure Engineer role:

• Leading the design and day‑to‑day management of multiple schemes (senior level)
• Supporting junior engineers, delegating tasks, checking work, and keeping programmes on track
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders, preparing fee proposals, managing projects, and contributing to business development (senior level)
• Producing concept and detailed drainage strategies
• Developing level strategies and managing earthworks appraisals
• Writing planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements
• Undertaking due diligence reviews to support land purchases

To succeed as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll ideally have:

• Significant post‑graduate (or equivalent) experience
• Strong experience in pre‑planning and planning stages, plus a good grasp of detailed design and technical approvals (e.g. S104, S38, S278)
• Good working knowledge of MicroDrainage and AutoCAD (an understanding of Civil 3D is beneficial)
• Sound technical capability alongside clear, confident communication
• A genuine drive to develop yourself and support others around you

Package and benefits:

• Performance‑related bonus (linked to company and personal performance; employee ownership may make part of the bonus tax free)
• Chartership support with structured guidance throughout your journey
• Professional development and training tailored to your career goals
• Flexible working arrangements (subject to grade and approval)
• Generous pension contribution with a reputable provider
• Training programmes, including funding and day release for university or college courses
• Paid pre‑approved overtime when deadlines require it
• Employee perks platform including cycle‑to‑work, gym discounts and retail savings
• Interest‑free season ticket loan

This Senior Infrastructure Engineer role is based out of the Manchester office, with an expectation you’ll be in the office 3‑4 days per week (flexibility available depending on project needs and seniority). As the Manchester team grows, you’ll have clear opportunities to broaden your responsibilities, progress technically, and step into greater project and client leadership.

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