Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer Candidate required: Civil Engineer

Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Industry: Construction Professionals South
Location: Fareham, Hampshire

The role & about the client: ITS Building People are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent engineering consultancy based in Fareham who are looking to appoint an experienced Civil Engineer to help develop and grow their civil engineering capability.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit consultancy with an excellent reputation across the South Coast. The business has built its success through delivering high-quality structural engineering solutions and is now investing heavily in expanding its Civil Engineering division.

You''ll play a key role in leading and developing the civil engineering offering, taking ownership of projects from concept through to completion while helping shape the future direction of the department. The role offers genuine autonomy, direct client exposure and excellent career progression for someone looking to make an impact rather than becoming another number within a larger consultancy.

Projects are predominantly residential developments, delivering highways, drainage and infrastructure solutions alongside the company''s structural engineering commissions.

The position offers an excellent work-life balance with Monday to Thursday 9:00am – 5:30pm, Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm, together with one day per week working from home.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the delivery of civil engineering projects from concept through to construction.
• Produce highways, drainage and infrastructure designs for residential developments.
• Design Section 278 and Section 38 highway works.
• Prepare drainage strategies, external works layouts and flood mitigation solutions.
• Liaise directly with clients, architects, local authorities and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Attend project meetings and provide technical advice throughout the design process.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with current legislation, design standards and client requirements.
• Take ownership of multiple projects, ensuring quality, programme and commercial objectives are achieved.
• Support the continued growth and development of the consultancy''s Civil Engineering team.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a UK civil engineering consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of residential infrastructure design.
• Experience designing Section 278, Section 38 and drainage schemes.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and industry-standard design software.
• Good understanding of UK design standards, SuDS and current regulations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
• Ambitious with a desire to help grow a developing Civil Engineering department.

What''s on offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• One day per week working from home.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Genuine opportunity to lead and develop a growing Civil Engineering team.
• Diverse residential infrastructure projects with long-term clients.
• Excellent career progression with a respected independent consultancy.
• Friendly, supportive working environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.
• Ongoing professional development and support towards Chartership if required.
• Company pension and additional employee benefits.

How to apply: If you''re looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership of projects, influence the growth of a Civil Engineering department and develop your career within a supportive consultancy, we''d love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence.

The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

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