Senior Civil Engineer
Reference | VM-384745333 | |||
Sector | Engineering / Manufacturing Jobs | |||
Salary | £48000 - £55000 per annum | |||
Town/City | City of Edinburgh | |||
Locations | Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK | |||
Job Type | Permanent | |||
Date Posted | 3rd Jul | |||
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Job Description |
Senior Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer Location: Edinburgh Salary: £48,000 – £55,000 (Dependent on Experience) A leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Infrastructure Design Engineer to join their established infrastructure team in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineer to take the next step in their career, working on a wide variety of residential, commercial, and industrial developments. The Team: You’ll be joining a collaborative and growing team. The team has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality design and consultancy services across the full project lifecycle—from feasibility and planning through to detailed design and construction. The Projects: Clients are primarily large-scale residential developers, with project sizes ranging from 50 units to several thousand homes. The team’s work covers drainage, highways, and wider development infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the civil design of multiple infrastructure projects, managing day-to-day technical delivery and ensuring timelines and quality standards are met. - Mentor and provide technical oversight to junior staff, reviewing and delegating tasks as appropriate. - Prepare concept and detailed drainage strategies. - Develop levels strategies and carry out earthwork appraisals. - Produce planning documentation such as Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes, and Utilities Statements. - Manage and secure technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 and other related applications. Requirements: - Strong technical knowledge and familiarity with relevant standards and guidance including SSG, Building Regulations, DMRB, and CIRIA C753 (SuDS Manual). - Proficient in MicroDrainage/Causeway Flow and AutoCAD at an advanced level. Experience with Civil 3D/Site 3D is beneficial. - Proven experience across project stages including pre-planning, planning, detailed design, and achieving technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 schemes. Benefits: - Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home. - Annual salary reviews each July. - 37.5-hour working week with flexible start/finish times. - Paid overtime or time off in lieu of hours beyond the standard working week. - Annual bonus scheme through Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) – tax-free element applies after 12 months’ continuous service. - Company pension scheme (Scottish Widows): 5% employer contribution (on all earnings), 3% minimum employee contribution. - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days after 2 years of service. - Access to the You At Work benefits platform, offering discounts on gyms, retail, insurance, and access to financial and medical advice. - Interest-free annual season ticket loan. - Payment of professional membership fees (e.g. ICE). - A supportive environment committed to learning, development, and progression.   |
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