Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

Location:

Bedford
Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 plus benefits

I am recruiting for a Civil Engineer to join a growing consultancy in Bedford as they expand their civil engineering team. This is a strong opportunity for a Civil Engineer looking to build technical capability, gain wider project exposure and take on more responsibility within a supportive environment.

This Civil Engineer role focuses on development infrastructure projects ranging from small private schemes through to major national developments. As a Civil Engineer, you will support planning submissions, detailed design packages and technical approvals, working closely with clients, consultants and local authorities. You will stay hands-on with design while benefiting from clear support and mentoring from senior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver drainage, highways and earthworks designs using Flow or Micro Drainage and PDS or similar software

* Produce drawings and design documents using AutoCAD or Micro Station

* Prepare planning submission packs for outline, detailed and full applications

* Deliver S38, S278 and S104 technical submissions through to approval

* Support groundworks packages for tender and construction

* Liaise with clients, design teams and local authority officers

* Assist with managing small project teams and coordinating technicians

About You

* Degree qualified Civil Engineer or equivalent practical experience

* Strong understanding of UK drainage, highways and flood risk standards

* Confident using Flow or Micro Drainage, PDS, AutoCAD or Micro Station

* Experience delivering S38, S278 and S104 submissions

* Clear communicator with a proactive and organised approach

Why Apply
This Civil Engineer position offers project variety, hybrid working and long term progression. The salary on offer is £40,000 - £48,000 plus benefits, including profit share bonuses, pension, life assurance, healthcare after qualifying service, CPD support and flexible working.

Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years recruitment experience