Senior Infrastructure Engineer. Job in Manchester Education & Training Jobs

Carrington West; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design and management of infrastructure projects. You will oversee multiple schemes, support junior engineers, and collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in pre-planning and planning stages, along with expertise in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD. This role offers a performance-related bonus and professional development opportunities, with flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Performance‑related bonus

Chartership support

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension contribution

Paid pre‑approved overtime

Employee perks platform

Qualifications

• Experience in detailed design and technical approvals.
• Ability to manage earthworks appraisals and drainage strategies.
• Drive to develop and support others.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and management of multiple schemes.
• Support and delegate to junior engineers.
• Liaise with clients and manage projects.
• Produce planning documentation.

Skills

Strong experience in pre‑planning and planning stages

Good working knowledge of MicroDrainage

Good working knowledge of AutoCAD

Sound technical capability

Clear, confident communication

Education

Significant post‑graduate experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

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.

This is an employee‑owned consultancy delivering a broad range of development infrastructure projects, typically from circa 50‑unit sites up to several thousand dwellings. As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll work across the full life cycle: feasibility, pre‑planning, planning, detailed design and supporting construction. The role involves designing and day‑to‑day management of multiple schemes, supporting junior engineers, liaising with clients and stakeholders, preparing fee proposals, managing projects, and contributing to business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and day‑to‑day management of multiple schemes (senior level)
• Support junior engineers, delegate tasks, check work, and keep programmes on track
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, prepare fee proposals, manage projects, and contribute to business development
• Produce concept and detailed drainage strategies
• Develop level strategies and manage earthworks appraisals
• Write planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements
• Undertake due diligence reviews to support land purchases

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits & Package

• 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.

Note

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