Senior Civil Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 March 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Civil Engineering
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SKILLS

Civil Engineering design AutoCAD Civil 3D MicroDrainage Project Management Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Join [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] as a Senior Civil Engineer! Lead exciting projects, mentor future talent, and shape communities with innovative designs – all while enjoying flexibility, growth, and great benefits.

Senior Civil Engineer

You’ll play a key role in our Property Division, delivering a wide variety of consultancy services to a diverse client base across the UK. From inception through to commissioning, our team provides engineering expertise across multiple sectors – and you’ll be at the heart of it.

In this role, you’ll:

  • Take ownership of challenging projects, leading the preliminary and detailed design of levels, drainage and external works in both public (adoptable) and private realms.
  • Supervise and manage the delivery of multiple projects, occasionally leading small teams with delegated authority from the Team Leader or Principal Engineer.
  • Build and maintain excellent relationships with existing clients while showcasing our capabilities to new ones.
  • Mentor and support Graduates and Engineers, while continuing your own professional growth.
  • Lead by example – demonstrating professionalism, diligence and a passion for knowledge-sharing across the team.

We’re looking for someone with strong technical independence and the ability to thrive in a multi-disciplinary environment. You’ll bring:

  • Proven experience in Civil Engineering design – particularly in levels, drainage and external works.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D (or PDS with a willingness to train on Civil 3D), MicroDrainage and Microsoft Office.
  • Experience of managing complex projects through planning to completion, liaising with planning authorities, statutory undertakers and national bodies like the Environment Agency.
  • A collaborative mindset, with an understanding of other disciplines and a desire to develop project coordination skills.
  • Commercial awareness, with developing influencing and negotiating skills, plus the ability to nurture new and existing client relationships.
  • Strong communication skills – written and verbal – with the adaptability to engage different audiences.
  • The ability to delegate effectively, mentor others and foster a supportive, high-performing team culture.

At [Employer hidden], you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll discover a career that rewards, develops, and inspires:

  • High-Performance Culture – Be part of a team that’s driven, innovative, and always evolving.
  • Competitive Salary & Benefits – Enjoy top-tier pay, 5% pension match, 25+ days holiday (with the option to purchase more), healthcare cash plan and exclusive perks.
  • Career Growth – Access fully funded development programmes, chartership support and professional memberships.
  • Flexibility & Wellbeing – Hybrid working, Core Hours, wellbeing initiatives and a culture that values balance.
  • Make a Difference – Work on meaningful projects, engage with communities, and help shape the future of the built environment.
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