Associate Civil Engineer - Roads and Railways

Quadrante; Amadora; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health insurance and additional benefit

Flexible ways of working

International exposure

Job summary

Quadrante is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer - Roads and Railways to join our international team in Alfragide. You will contribute to shaping complex infrastructure projects and ensure compliance with deadlines and standards.

Requirements include a Master’s in civil engineering, 4+ years in roads/railways, proficiency in AutoCAD and Office, and English fluency. BIM knowledge is valued, with opportunities for growth and international exposure.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in roads and railways.
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD and design software; BIM knowledge valued.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop Roads and Railways projects.
• Ensure compliance with project deadlines.
• Perform roads/railways calculations using specialized software.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design optimized solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, BoQs and design specifications.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in design methods and tools.

Skills

English fluency

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Master’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Roads/Railways software

BIM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associate Civil Engineer - Roads and Railways

At Quadrante, we go far beyond designing infrastructure - we create the conditions for people, cities and industries to move forward. Today, Quadrante brings together more than 1,500 professionals across 20+ countries, connecting engineering, architecture, sustainability and consulting to solve complex challenges and shape the future.

Working at Quadrante means to Build Something You Will Never Forget. Not only the projects you will help deliver. But the challenges you will overcome, the teams you will grow with, the impact you will create, and the career you will build along the way.

Here, you will find an ambitious and international environment where curiosity is valued, ownership is expected, and growth is accelerated — supported by the distinctive pillars of our Employee Value Proposition:

• A global engineering platform, offering international exposure and opportunities to shape your career across geographies and markets.
• Meaningful projects in infrastructure, energy and sustainability that leave a lasting impact.
• Accelerated development through challenging experiences and continuous growth opportunities.
• A culture built on ambition, cooperation, ownership, integrity and flexibility.

Quadrante creates a unique context for you to grow with a meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Associate Civil Engineer - Roads and Railways to join our team and play a key role in delivering complex and high-impact building projects.

Location: Alfragide | Contract type: Permanent | Seniority level: Intermediate

Job Responsibilities – What you will build:

In this role, you will contribute directly to shaping our future and creating tangible impact.

You will:

• Develop of Roads and Railways projects.
• Ensure compliance with project deadlines.
• Perform Roads and Railways calculations, including geometric design, earthworks and drainage, using specialized software’s.
• Ensure project compliance with national and international regulations, as well as sector-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design optimized solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, project summaries, BoQ’s and design specifications.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement, keeping up to date with technological advancements and proposing enhancements to design methods, internal processes, and project tools.

Job Requirements – What will help you thrive:

We believe great careers are built through a combination of ambition, capability and mindset.

You will likely succeed in this role if you bring:

• Master’s degree in civil engineering.
• Proven experience in the development of Roads and Railways projects (Minimum of 4 years).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and specialized software for roads and railways calculations; knowledge of BIM solutions for roads and railways will be valued.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity to challenge conventions and explore new possibilities.
• The ambition to grow while helping others grow.

Job Offer – What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation package
• Health insurance and additional benefits
• Flexible ways of working
• International exposure and career opportunities
• Continuous learning and development
• A collaborative and values-driven culture

Joining Quadrante means becoming part of a multidisciplinary team where innovation and technical excellence come together to turn ideas into reality.

Build projects.

Build connections.

Build your future.

Build Something You Will Never Forget.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This job posting is part of a recruitment process for Quadrante. Information on the remuneration for the position in question, as well as on other relevant remuneration conditions and on the collective labour regulation instrument applicable to Quadrante, taking into account its primary and secondary CAE (economic activity classification), will be shared with candidates at a further stage of the selection process.

This information is provided prior to the potential conclusion of the employment contract, in order to allow for informed and transparent negotiation on remuneration, based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, in accordance with the framework established by Directive (EU) 2023/970 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 May 2023.

The candidate may request additional clarification on the respective criteria used to determine remuneration, remuneration levels and their progression.