Senior Civil Engineer

Location: Derby
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Hours: Minimum 37.5 hours per week (Core hours 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday to Friday)
Holiday: In line with industry standards

Overview

An established, design-led engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its experienced civil engineering team in Derby.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of development-led infrastructure schemes across residential, commercial and industrial sectors, with project values ranging from £250,000 to £30m. Many schemes are delivered to BIM Level 2 standards.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure design packages from concept through to technical approval and construction.

Key Responsibilities

Design and drafting of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)

Design of private external works and site infrastructure

Preparation of Section 38 and Section 104 works for adoption

Production of civil engineering designs across residential, industrial and commercial sectors

Liaison with local authorities and statutory undertakers

Preparation of drainage strategies and supporting technical reports

Use of industry-standard software including Civil 3D or PDS, and InfoDrainage or MicroDrainage

Production of final technical drawings in AutoCAD

Deputising for the Team Leader when required, assisting in the planning and coordination of tasks and resources

Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with current design standards and within agreed timeframes

Experience Required

3-5 years' post-graduate experience within a civil engineering consultancy

Strong background in infrastructure design for development projects

Demonstrable experience using AutoCAD for technical drawing (tested at interview)

Experience using Civil 3D or PDS

Experience using InfoDrainage or MicroDrainage

Good knowledge of the construction industry and relevant UK design standards

Understanding of basic health and safety requirements within construction

Logical and analytical approach to problem solving

Experience working towards or interested in progressing to Chartered Engineer status (ICE support provided)

Skills & Attributes

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively

Collaborative team player with the confidence to take ownership of tasks

Commercial awareness and understanding of project delivery requirements

Competent in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Strong academic background demonstrating analytical capability

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated civil engineer looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment, with mentorship and structured progression towards chartership available.

The employer is an Equal Opportunities organisation