Senior Civil Engineer Job, Manchester

Senior Civil Engineer | Development Infrastructure Projects | Manchester

I am recruiting for a growing engineering consultancy that is looking to strengthen its Manchester office with the appointment of a Senior Civil Engineer. With an impressive portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, this is an opportunity to take on a leading role within a well-established and highly regarded team.

This position would suit an ambitious Senior Civil Engineer who is looking to take ownership of projects, mentor junior team members, and play a key role in the delivery of complex infrastructure and drainage schemes.

The Role As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design and coordination of development infrastructure projects from initial feasibility through to detailed design and construction support. You will have the opportunity to work directly with clients while helping to drive projects forward across multiple sectors.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the production of drainage strategies using MicroDrainage and InfoDrainage
• Managing the design of highways, access roads and infrastructure layouts using Civil 3D
• Delivering surface water, foul water and SuDS designs for residential and commercial schemes
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, consultants and local authorities
• Reviewing technical designs and providing guidance to junior engineers
• Supporting planning submissions, technical approvals and project delivery programmes
• Working across multiple projects while ensuring quality and commercial objectives are met

What You’ll Need

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience working within an engineering consultancy
• Strong proficiency with MicroDrainage and/or InfoDrainage
• Excellent Civil 3D skills
• Experience delivering residential and commercial development projects
• Ability to manage project workloads and coordinate stakeholders effectively
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities

What’s In It For You?

• Opportunity to take the lead on high-profile development projects
• Clear progression towards Principal Engineer level
• Greater responsibility and client-facing exposure
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Professional development and chartership support
• Collaborative team environment with a strong technical reputation
• Long-term career prospects within a growing consultancy

Apply Now If you’re a Senior Civil Engineer looking for a position where you can take on more responsibility, influence project delivery and continue progressing your career, I’d be keen to discuss this opportunity with you.

Apply now or send your CV today for a confidential conversation.

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