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Senior Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 11 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH105BP, Scotland

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Senior Civil Engineer located in Edinburgh, offering a salary of up to £45,000.
  • The role requires an experienced professional with expertise across various sectors like residential, education, and commercial development.
  • Key responsibilities include team leadership, project oversight, and client engagement to enhance the firm's reputation.
  • Candidates should possess a relevant degree and ideally be Chartered or Incorporated with professional institutions.
  • Flexible hybrid working options are available, and the firm conducts regular salary reviews.

Senior Civil EngineerLocation: EdinburghReference: SO 35Salary: Up to £45,000

I am seeking an accomplished and collaborative Senior Civil Engineer with a commitment to sustainable design and a drive to positively impact the built environment. This role is with a dynamic and successful multidisciplinary civil engineering consultancy based in Edinburgh. They are looking for an experienced professional to bring expertise across various sectors, including residential, education, commercial, development, and regeneration.

Key Responsibilities for this Senior Civil Engineering role:

  • Team Leadership: Mentor and guide project teams, supporting engineers at various experience levels.
  • Project Oversight: Manage multiple projects to ensure quality, timeliness, and resource alignment with QMS and IMS standards.
  • Professional Development: Support junior team members by identifying training needs, equipment requirements, and software licenses.
  • Financial Management: Track project budgets and schedules, addressing changes with Project Associates or Directors to maintain profitability.
  • Client Engagement: Foster client relationships, support repeat business, and contribute to new project bids to strengthen the firm's reputation.

Skills and Qualifications for this Senior Civil Engineering role include:

  • A relevant degree, such as MEng in Civil/Structural Engineering.
  • Proficiency in software such as Microdrainage, Causeway Flow, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD.
  • Strong understanding of industry standards and processes, including planning applications, procurement, and technical approvals.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
  • High proficiency in report writing, analysis, and MS Office (Excel, Word).
  • Strong commercial awareness, teamwork, and time management abilities.
  • Ideally Chartered or Incorporated with institutions such as ICE, IStructE, CIWEM, or CIHT.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with regular reviews
  • Flexible, hybrid working options

If this Senior Civil Engineer role is of interest, or if you would like further information, please contact Sam Osborne at or send your CV to

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