Senior Civil Engineer

We have an opening for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our clients Bristol office in a very exciting client facing position. We are looking for a Civil Engineer with around 5+ years UK experience in the infrastructure drainage sector. Client facing role will be delivering a range of projects (residential, education, community and health, heritage, university and colleges) and procurement methods; traditional, design and construct contracts.

While you perform on a diverse mix of infrastructure and development projects across the region, this is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of challenging work while supporting and mentoring others. If you’re looking for a role where your experience is valued and you can make a real impact in a supportive, down-to-earth environment- this could be for you!

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working
• Professional membership paid
• Bonus scheme
• Chartership support with inhouse mentors
• Internal/External training schemes
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Bike to work, Dental, Healthcare)

The role

• To be able to manage, design, develop, create and maintain small-scale through to large-scale construction projects in a safe, timely and sustainable manner.
• Assess the impact and feasibility of site due diligence, preliminary layout and up to the final engineering design.
• Study and assess drawings, plans, specifications and other documents relating to construction projects.
• Determine budget, project schedules and scope of work and deploy appropriate staff.
• Manage deliverables on time and within the budget.
• Direct, lead and support other engineering and skilled personnel in managing and executing multiple tasks and projects.
• Lead and direct onsite construction teams.
• Collaborate and interact with construction teams, architects and outside project developers and consultants.
• Initiate and ensure standard civil engineering discipline in drawings and plans.
• Designing to all relevant UK standards and guides.

What you need to succeed

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject.
• Computer literate with a good understanding of appropriate software packages including AutoCAD, PDS or Civil3D and Microdrainage / FLOW.
• Experience in carrying out Flood Risk Assessments.
• Competent with S278/S38 highway design.
• Experience in private and adoptable drainage design.
• Experience of earthworks and external level designs including 3D analysis.
• Possess sound knowledge of current legislation and able to work in accordance with QA and H&S procedures.
• Experience in team and line management.
• Experience of coaching and mentoring Engineers within a discipline group.