Civil or Senior Civil Engineer

VM-386543222

£47,000 - £58,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Manchester, Greater Manchester

Engineering And Technical

Posted 15 hours ago

Expires In 28 Days

Job Description

Civil or Senior Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer
Location: Manchester
Salary: £48,000 – £58,000 (Dependent on Experience)


A leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Civil or Senior Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer to join a new infrastructure team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineer to take the next step in their career, working on a wide variety of residential, commercial, and industrial developments.


The Team:
They have just opened this office, which provides an engineer the exciting opportunity to join and learn from the sole Associate Engineer. You will be delivering high-quality design and consultancy services across the full project lifecycle—from feasibility and planning through to detailed design and construction.


The Projects:
Clients are primarily large-scale residential developers, with project sizes ranging from 50 units to several thousand homes. The team’s work covers drainage, highways, and wider development infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the civil design of multiple infrastructure projects, managing day-to-day technical delivery and ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
  • Mentor and provide technical oversight to junior staff, reviewing and delegating tasks as appropriate.
  • Prepare concept and detailed drainage strategies.
  • Develop levels strategies and carry out earthwork appraisals.
  • Produce planning documentation such as Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes, and Utilities Statements.
  • Manage and secure technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 and other related applications.
Requirements:
  • Strong technical knowledge and familiarity with relevant standards and guidance including SSG, Building Regulations, DMRB, and CIRIA C753 (SuDS Manual).
  • Proficient in MicroDrainage/Causeway Flow and AutoCAD at an advanced level. Experience with Civil 3D/Site 3D is beneficial.
  • Proven experience across project stages including pre-planning, planning, detailed design, and achieving technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 schemes.
Benefits:
  • Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
  • Annual salary reviews each July.
  • 37.5-hour working week with flexible start/finish times.
  • Paid overtime or time off in lieu of hours beyond the standard working week.
  • Annual bonus scheme through Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) – tax-free element applies after 12 months’ continuous service.
  • Company pension scheme (Scottish Widows): 5% employer contribution (on all earnings), 3% minimum employee contribution.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days after 2 years of service.
  • Access to the You At Work benefits platform, offering discounts on gyms, retail, insurance, and access to financial and medical advice.
  • Interest-free annual season ticket loan.
  • Payment of professional membership fees (e.g. ICE).
  • A supportive environment committed to learning, development, and progression.