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Civil Engineer
Brighton
40k-45k plus benefits
We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a motivated Civil Engineer to join our client's team and further develop their career in a dynamic and fast-paced design environment. If you're eager to enhance your portfolio and progress towards Chartered status, this could be the ideal role for you.
Our client is known for its strong focus on professional development, with a supportive training culture that includes coaching, mentoring, and collaboration. As the largest Civil, Structural, and Marine consultancy in the South East, they work on a diverse range of projects spanning Residential, Commercial, Public, Industrial, and Marine sectors.
On Offer:
- Diverse and interesting projects across the UK and internationally
- Work within a professional, ISO9001 and ISO14001 accredited engineering consultancy, led by Chartered Engineers
- 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with additional days added based on length of service
- Enjoy one Friday off every four weeks outside of your standard holiday allowance
- Competitive salary, reviewed annually
- Comprehensive Healthcare package
- Friendly, inclusive team culture and a collaborative office environment
- Flexible hybrid working options
- Strong focus on training and professional development
- Support and guidance to help you achieve Chartership
- Regular social events and two company-wide training days each year
Responsibilities:
- Lead technical studies, feasibility assessments, and Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), alongside writing detailed reports and producing plans and designs
- Develop detailed designs from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, best practices, and industry standards
- Design SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) to manage flood risks and improve water quality
- Evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of projects
- Oversee site investigations and analyse the data collected
- Efficiently manage resources and ensure timely delivery of projects
- Liaise with architects, contractors, consultants, statutory authorities, colleagues, and clients
- Utilize CAD software (MicroDrainage, Civils 3D, etc.) to support design work
- Mentor and support Trainee Engineers, Technicians, and Graduates
- Collaborate effectively with Line Management and team members
About You:
Experience and Qualifications:
- BEng/MEng in Civil or Construction Engineering (or similar)
- Practical experience with MicroDrainage and/or Civils 3D is highly desirable
Key Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities
- Experience producing technical reports, specifications, and sketches
- Ability to maintain client relationships, providing updates on progress and addressing issues as they arise
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Familiarity with design/analysis software and CAD systems
- Creative thinking when it comes to design and development challenges
Desired Skills:
- Geotechnical or geo-environmental knowledge
- Strong team player, with the ability to work independently and guide junior staff
- Solid project engineering experience
If you're ready to join a forward-thinking, supportive team where your career progression is a priority, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career by sending your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting.
