Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer

Hertfordshire

£45,000 to £60,000

We are working with a well-established and forward-thinking civil and structural consultancy in Hertfordshire that is looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer as part of its continued growth.

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced infrastructure engineer who wants real ownership of projects, exposure to a wide range of schemes, and a clear route for progression within a supportive technical environment.

The Role

You will take a lead role in the design and delivery of infrastructure projects across residential, commercial, retail, distribution, and technology sectors. This is a hands-on senior position combining technical leadership, project delivery, and mentoring of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design of highways, drainage, earthworks, and associated infrastructure
Provide technical oversight across multiple live projects
Ensure designs meet relevant standards, regulations, and planning requirements
Manage project budgets, programmes, and resources
Coordinate with architects, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams
Support construction stages, inspections, and health and safety compliance
Prepare clear technical reports and drawings
Mentor and develop junior engineers
Contribute to fee proposals, project management, and client relationships

About You:

Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or similar
Typically 8 to 10 years' experience within an infrastructure design consultancy
Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or working towards chartership
Strong background in highways and infrastructure design
Proficient with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Vehicle Tracking, and Micro Drainage or Info Drainage
Experience producing FRAs and Drainage Strategies
Good understanding of BIM and digital design processes;
Revit, Navisworks, and Infra Works beneficial
Comfortable leading design packages and working within multidisciplinary teams
Strong technical, problem-solving, and commercial awareness
Confident communicator with client-facing experience
Experience acting as Project Manager or coordinating project teams What's on

Offer:

Competitive salary of £45,000 to £60,000
Strong training and structured CPD support
Private medical insurance, including family cover
25 days holiday plus public holidays and an additional birthday day off
Life assurance and Bupa cash plan
Employer pension contribution of 7.5 percent
Flexible working arrangements
Supportive team culture with clear long-term career progression