63 senior civil engineer jobs found

Senior Civil Engineer  Bristol £45,000 - £55,000 (phone number removed) We’re partnered with a long-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy based in Basingstoke. They’re looking for a Senior Civil Engineer with a Drainage & Infrastructure focus to join and help lead their growing design and delivery team. This role offers true project ownership from bid stage to delivery, combining hands-on technical responsibility with the opportunity to mentor others and progress into a leadership position. The role: Prepare detailed designs for infrastructure projects, delivering drainage, highways, residential developments, rail, commercial, education and leisure. Produce drawings and calculations for planning. Provide technical guidance and support to junior colleagues, helping them develop practical, high-quality solutions. Produce flood risk assessments and planning documents. Conduct inspections, site surveys, and technical assessments, producing detailed reports to inform...

Senior Civil Engineer - Contract Cambridge £50.00-£55.00 per hour (Inside IR35) We are working with a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy who are currently seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join its Cambridge office on a contract basis. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of UK projects, and the chance to contribute to residential, commercial, education and regeneration schemes, working on key design elements including drainage, flood risk and infrastructure. You'll work both independently and alongside multidisciplinary teams, using tools such as AutoCAD, Civils 3D, PDS and Windes to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will bring strong UK design experience, confidence in project delivery and the ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment. A competitive contract rate and flexible working arrangements are on offer, making this a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established...

A well-established, design-led civil engineering consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Contract Senior Civil Engineer on a long-term, Outside IR35 basis. This is a fully remote role with a strong pipeline of secured work across commercial, industrial and data centre developments. The Role You’ll take ownership of infrastructure packages from concept through detailed design, with a particular focus on: Detailed levels strategy Surface & foul drainage design Drainage slope design and optimisation External works coordination Technical delivery for planning and construction stages Projects include large commercial schemes, industrial developments and major data centre infrastructure. Software MicroDrainage (essential) What We’re Looking For Proven UK development infrastructure experience Strong background in commercial / industrial schemes Confident working autonomously in a remote environment Able to deliver technically sound, buildable drainage and...

Contract Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer - Drainage Design London Immediate Start Hybrid working offered 6 month assignment c£45-48 p/h Ltd Outside IR35 Contract Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer (Drainage Design) We are working with a well-established Civil/Structural Engineering Consultancy in London who are looking to hire a Contract Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer for a 6 month contract. Our client is a top 10 London consultancy who have built their reputation on working on interesting, challenging and complex projects. They have worked on a number of well known major buildings across the UK along with designing all the associated roads, drainage and infrastructure that accompany these buildings. Your role will be to produce technical drainage design schemes for a variety of major infrastructure projects across London using Microdraiange. Any previous Civil 3D experience would be advantageous. Immediate start for the right person. Rates of between £45-48...

Civil Design Engineer - Reinforced Concrete | Nuclear Projects Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 2 days WFH) Contract length: 12 months Rate: Up to £65hr (Inside IR35) Are you a Civil Design Engineer who thrives on technical detail, complex calculations, and design accuracy? Are you ready to contribute to the delivery of some of the UK's most critical reinforced concrete infrastructure in the nuclear sector? Our client - a leading multinational consultancy - is setting the standard in the nuclear energy sector. With a powerhouse presence across Europe and a fast-growing reputation in the UK market, they are now delivering some of the nation's most critical civil engineering projects, including Hinkley Point C. Expectations and Skillsets ·Lead the technical review of design queries, detailed structural calculations for reinforced concrete elements and design changes. ·Perform technical reviews of designs while engaging in the drawing process itself using the Ansys software. ·Ensure...

A loyal client to Sphere are looking to appoint an Engineer / Senior Engineer with immediate effect, for a well known Highways scheme in Dorset. Your new company are a regional Civil Engineering contractor, who typically specialise in Earthworks, Infrastructure, Civil Engineering, Groundwork's, and Waste, out of their head office in Wiltshire. The project in question compromises of a Highways and Residential Infrastructure scheme across the A35. It will include a new Roundabout, Traffic Management System, and 278 Works, across a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive Highways experience, and be capable of Setting Out, producing As Built Surveys, Supervising Subcontractors, and QA. An Engineering Degree / Qualification and CSCS would be essential. My client are happy to provide the Robotic Kit if required, or have this supplied by the individual. However pay rates will be dependant on this. For further information or to express your interest in this...

Civil Project Engineer required for a major Distribution Network Operator based in Scotland. Responsibilities Provide civil engineering support across multiple projects by creating outline designs during development phases. Including site/route selection, ground investigation specification, earthwork designs, public road upgrades and landscaping for proposed assets. Define the scope of engineering design, as well as validate and verify the engineering design and construction and installation for assigned projects. Develop scope of works and detailed specifications, supporting site teams to ensure the quality of installations. Evaluate tenders and scope, procure and manage specialist services.Requirements Sound technical knowledge of industry standards and specifications and an in-depth understanding of CDM Regulations. The ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and concisely, facilitating decision making by senior management. Demonstrable experience of using...

Job Title: Assistant QA Engineer - HS2 Project Location: Chipping Warden (office-based with site visits as required) Rate: £25 an hour Start Date: Immediate About the Role We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant QA Engineer to join our team working on the HS2 project in Chipping Warden. This is a junior position ideal for someone with a few years of experience who is looking to develop their career within a major infrastructure project. The role will focus on supporting specialist waterproofing works on the HS2 green tunnels, playing a key part in quality assurance processes to ensure all works meet strict engineering and compliance standards. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a niche and highly technical area, while working alongside experienced engineers, with clear progression opportunities available. Key Responsibilities Assist with on-site quality assurance and compliance checks, particularly for waterproofing...

Carmichael UK is working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering a major highways project in London. We are currently seeking a Sub Agent / Assistant Package Manager to support the delivery of key work packages on this high-profile infrastructure scheme. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Sub Agent or a Senior Engineer looking to step up into a package management role within a busy and well-established project team. The Role As Sub Agent / Assistant Package Manager, you will support the management and delivery of highways works, ensuring packages are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of highways work packages from planning through to completion Assist in managing site teams including Engineers and subcontractors Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, quality, and safety requirements Coordinate site activities and interfaces across the project Support programme...

Principal Operational Highway Engineer Overview: Our client in the North East is seeking an experienced Principal Highways Engineer to lead the operational delivery of highways maintenance and civil engineering services. This position plays a key role in managing day-to-day operational activity, ensuring highway networks are safely maintained, efficiently managed, and delivered to industry best practice. You will oversee maintenance programmes, manage budgets, coordinate inspections, support service improvements, and act as a senior point of contact across technical operations. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and other stakeholders to ensure a consistent, high-quality approach to service delivery. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the operational delivery of highways and civil engineering maintenance activities. ·Develop, manage, and implement planned and reactive maintenance programmes. ·Oversee budget management across operational...

Backshift Engineer – Heathrow Airport Location: Heathrow Airport Shift: 2:00pm – 10:00pm (Backshift) Rate: £450 per shift (PAYE) Start: Immediate / ASAP We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Engineer to support critical infrastructure renewal works within Heathrow Airport’s main tunnel network. This is a high-profile programme delivering essential upgrades to ensure long-term safety, compliance, and operational resilience across one of the world’s busiest aviation environments. The role sits within a live operational tunnel environment, requiring strong planning, technical oversight, and close coordination with night-shift delivery teams working within restricted closure windows. You will take responsibility for managing engineering readiness during the afternoon and evening shift, ensuring all works are fully prepared, briefed, and compliant ahead of nightly installation activities. This is a key coordination role bridging day planning and night execution....

Section Engineer Major Civil Engineering Project | Britain’s Ocean City The Opportunity We’re looking for an experienced Section Engineer to take ownership of a key work package on a flagship civil engineering scheme in Britain’s Ocean City. This is a nationally significant marine infrastructure project involving complex reinforced concrete and heavy civils works. It offers long-term security, technical challenge, and high visibility — ideal for someone ready to step up and take real responsibility on a major scheme. If you’re looking to lead your own section and make a meaningful contribution to a landmark project, this is an opportunity worth serious consideration. The Business Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor with an established reputation across marine, water, environmental infrastructure, and energy sectors. They are recognised for delivering technically demanding projects to a consistently high standard, maintaining strong client relationships,...

Site Engineer Flagship Marine Project | Plymouth | Long-Term Work Why This Role Stands Out If you’re a Site Engineer looking to get stuck into a major, career-defining project — not just another job — this is one worth your time. You’ll be working on a high-profile marine civil engineering scheme involving complex reinforced concrete works, where engineering standards are taken seriously and good people are trusted to deliver. This isn’t a short-term fix. It’s a long-term project with real continuity, strong leadership on site, and the chance to build experience that genuinely moves your career forward. What You’ll Be Doing You’ll be right at the heart of delivery — not stuck behind paperwork — supporting key sections of works on site and working closely with senior engineers and site management. Setting out and surveying for major works packages Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings and specifications Supporting quality assurance and maintaining high...

Senior Structural Engineer (Contract) We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our client on a contract basis, supporting a range of Material Handling, Process, and Industrial projects. The successful candidate will provide structural design expertise across multiple sectors, contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of complex engineering solutions. Key Responsibilities Deliver structural design and analysis for steel and reinforced concrete structures. Produce calculations, reports, and drawings in accordance with engineering standards. Work collaboratively with mechanical, civil, and project engineering teams on integrated solutions. Support project delivery from concept design through to detailed engineering and construction. Conduct site surveys, inspections, and reviews where required. Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to resolve technical issues. Ensure all work complies with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Skills...

Principal Structural Engineer Location: Manchester (Hybrid working, 3 to 4 days a week onsite) Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £400 to £490 per day (outside IR35) We are currently recruiting for a Principal Structural Engineer to join a growing engineering consultancy delivering major infrastructure projects across the rail and water sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while leading structural design delivery within an experienced multidisciplinary team. The Role As a Principal Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and ensuring high-quality structural design delivery across a range of infrastructure projects. You will work closely with clients, project teams, and junior engineers to develop safe, efficient, and compliant structural solutions. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring the design team produces deliverables that meet safety and quality requirements Approving design...

We are currently looking for an experienced Sub Agent to join a major highways scheme in Peterborough. This role is ideal for someone with a strong engineering background who has progressed into site leadership and is confident managing complex infrastructure works. The Role: You will be responsible for overseeing sections of highways works, managing subcontractors, and ensuring delivery aligns with programme, quality, and safety expectations. You'll work closely with the wider project team and client to drive successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities: ·Engineering and site management of highways packages ·Management and coordination of multiple subcontractors ·Planning and managing short-term programmes ·Reviewing and approving RAMS, WPPs, and quality procedures ·Managing temporary works, traffic management, and site logistics ·Liaising with clients and stakeholders on design and delivery issues ·Supporting commercial awareness including change, variations, and...

Senior Drainage Engineer Location: Bristol (with options in Liverpool or Birmingham) Rate: £45-£50 per hour Contract: Rolling 3-month contract If you're a drainage engineer who enjoys tackling complex surface water challenges on major infrastructure schemes - this is a role where you can genuinely add value from day one. We are working with a leading engineering consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Drainage Engineer to support a portfolio of large-scale civil projects. This contract role focuses on surface water and temporary drainage design, offering exposure to technically interesting work beyond standard pipe systems. The Role You'll play a key role in delivering drainage solutions across a range of live projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are robust, practical, and compliant. Key duties include: ·Producing surface water drainage designs for major civil and infrastructure schemes ·Supporting temporary works and interim design...

About the Role Our client, a leading provider of mechanical, electrical, and telecommunication solutions for major infrastructure projects, is seeking a highly capable Senior Electrical Engineer to join their growing team. This role will provide technical leadership, design management, and installation support across complex infrastructure and rail projects. While projects are regionally focused in Gwynedd/Snowdonia and wider UK infrastructure schemes, the successful candidate may be based in London, with a requirement to attend the Central London office three days per week. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level engineer who enjoys taking ownership across the full project lifecycle - from concept design through installation and project completion. Key Responsibilities Project Lifecycle Delivery Lead electrical engineering activities from concept and detailed design through to installation, commissioning, and handover. Oversee electrical installations, ensuring...

ADDISON PROJECT PLC – Senior Project Engineer, Thornton-Cleveleys For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place for you. Role: Senior Project Engineer (Contract outside IR35) Location: Thornton-Cleveleys Contract: 12 months Start Date: Spring 2026 WORKSCOPE Addison...

Senior Project Engineer – Residential Groundworks & Infrastructure Temporary contract - 2 years | Full-time | Site-based (major multi-phase housing scheme) in Penicuick, Scotland. We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor delivering a major residential development of 500+ housing units. This is a great opportunity to join a strong delivery team on a large, multi-phase scheme where you will play a key role in the engineering and technical delivery of groundworks, foundations, drainage and associated infrastructure works. The Role As a Senior Project Engineer, you will provide engineering support across the site, ensuring works are set out, delivered and verified in line with drawings, specifications and programme. You will coordinate site engineering activity, manage technical documentation and support the wider team in resolving engineering issues and maintaining quality standards. Key...