Senior Civil Engineer

Manchester

£40,000 – £55,000

A growing infrastructure team in Manchester is looking for an experienced Civil Engineer or Senior Engineer to help deliver major residential-led development projects. This is an opportunity to join a specialist team working on large-scale schemes ranging from 50 units to several thousand homes.

You’ll take a hands‑on role in designing infrastructure, planning and detailed design stage, with real ownership and progression available.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading or supporting the design of residential infrastructure projects
• Developing drainage strategies, level plans and earthworks appraisals
• Producing Flood Risk Assessments, Utilities Statements and technical notes
• Working on S104 / S38 / S278 submissions and technical approvals
• Preparing and coordinating planning‑stage documents
• Guiding junior engineers, checking work and ensuring project quality
• Liaising with clients, design teams and local authorities
• Managing elements of projects (Senior role: full project management + fee proposals + BD)

What we’re looking for:

• Several years’ post‑graduate UK consultancy experience
• Strong background in pre‑planning and planning‑stage infrastructure design
• Proficiency with MicroDrainage & AutoCAD (Civils 3D beneficial)
• Good technical understanding + strong communication skills
• Someone driven who wants to develop themselves and support team growth

What’s on offer:

• £40,000 – £55,000 DOE
• Clear scope for progression into a senior or leadership role
• Supportive team culture with regular CPD and development
• Flexible working (2-3 days in office per week)
• Strong project pipeline with major national developers

If you’re a civil engineer wanting bigger projects, more responsibility and a supportive team environment, this is a standout opportunity.