Civil Engineer

At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society.

Our Dundee office is recruiting a Civil Engineer to join our team. This opportunity would suit someone with post‑graduate civil engineering experience.

The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to work in one of the UK’s leading private engineering consultancies, delivering projects across the commercial, retail, residential and industrial sectors. All engineers work under the direct supervision of our highly experienced directors and collaborate with a dedicated team of engineers and technicians.

We offer an ICE‑approved training agreement and a structured pathway towards chartered membership of a professional engineering institution. As you progress, you can expect to be active on a number of projects and with a diverse range of clients at any given time.

• Design infrastructure for commercial, retail, residential and industrial sectors including:
• SUDS drainage systems
• Roads to adoptable standards
• DMRB‑compliant highways
• Undertake technical analysis and design using software such as PDS, Micro Drainage and AutoCAD.
• Carry out site inspections, surveys, and technical assessments to inform design solutions.
• Produce high‑quality design deliverables, drawings and technical reports.

• Manage workload across multiple live projects, ensuring alignment with agreed programme timelines and budgets.
• Support preparation of project documentation including specifications, risk assessments and design programmes.
• Assist in coordinating multidisciplinary project input and tracking progress against key milestones.

• Liaise with statutory bodies including Wessex Water, South West Water, local drainage authorities and highways departments.
• Attend design meetings, site meetings and client consultations as required.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues, clients, contractors and external partners.
• Provide advice and guidance on technical matters relating to civil engineering design and infrastructure delivery.

• Ensure all work complies with relevant technical standards, regulations, and best practice guidelines.
• Contribute to internal quality review processes, including checking and self‑checking design work.
• Work with consideration to agreed project budgets, risk management procedures and health & safety requirements.
• Support junior engineers and technicians, offering guidance on technical tasks and professional development.
• Demonstrate a proactive, positive approach to teamwork and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive work environment aligned with Fairhurst’s ethos and values.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Working toward or holding professional accreditation (e.g., ICE, IOM3, or similar).

• Post‑graduate experience in civil engineering, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, including drainage, highways and public realm schemes.
• Proven ability to undertake site inspections, surveys and technical assessments to inform engineering solutions.
• Experience producing high‑quality technical documentation, such as drawings, calculations and reports.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary project environments, collaborating with engineers, technicians and external partners.

• Strong technical design capability in civil engineering.
• Proficiency in PDS, Micro Drainage and AutoCAD (essential).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently across multiple projects.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to develop practical, sustainable engineering solutions.
• Professional, proactive and committed to ongoing development towards chartership.

• Excellence: Committed to delivering high‑quality, technically robust work.
• Lasting Relationships: Builds trust with colleagues, clients, and partners.
• Pure Thought: Applies clear, transparent reasoning and maintains professional integrity.
• Continuous Development: Engages in continual learning and development for personal and organisational growth.