Civil Engineer

7 days ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited Full time

About the Company - This is a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer with approximately 4–5 years' post-graduate experience to take the next step in their career. You'll be joining a respected and growing consultancy working across civil, structural, geotechnical, and infrastructure design projects, with a particular focus on sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and approvals for development schemes across the UK. The practice pride themselves on delivering practical, efficient, and innovative civil engineering design services. Work spans multiple sectors, including education, commercial, healthcare, residential, and regeneration schemes.

About the Role - As a Civil Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and delivering sustainable drainage strategies and securing necessary technical approvals with the Environment Agency and local drainage authorities.

Responsibilities

  • Design of foul and surface water drainage systems incorporating sustainable drainage techniques (SuDS)
  • Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies for planning submissions
  • Securing S104, S38, and S278 technical approvals from relevant authorities (EA, LLFAs, Water Companies)
  • Producing detailed drawings for highways, drainage, and external works using AutoCAD and Civils 3D
  • Hydraulic modelling using Causeway Flow (or similar)
  • Liaising with internal teams and external consultants to coordinate design input
  • Reviewing and supporting junior engineers where required
  • Attending project and design meetings as necessary

Qualifications -

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or related subject (MEng/BEng), ideally ICE-accredited
  • Working towards professional membership (e.g., Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status)

Skills

  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Civils 3D
  • Experience using drainage design software such as Causeway Flow or MicroDrainage
  • Strong technical writing skills for reports and planning documentation
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated success securing S104/S38/S278 approvals
  • Strong Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) and planning support experience
  • Sound understanding of UK drainage design standards and SuDS guidance (e.g., CIRIA)
  • Problem-solving, thrives in a collaborative environment

Pay range and compensation package - Salary up to £48,000, 25 days holiday, Work Pension, Mobile phone and Laptop, Hybrid working (1day)

  • Civil Engineer

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited Full time

    Principal Recruitment Consultant - Civil and Structural EngineeringAbout the Company - This is a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer with approximately 4–5 years' post-graduate experience to take the next step in their career. You'll be joining a respected and growing consultancy working across civil, structural, geotechnical, and infrastructure...

  • Civil Engineer

    24 hours ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom JR United Kingdom Full time

    About the Company - This is a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer with approximately 4–5 years' post-graduate experience to take the next step in their career. You'll be joining a respected and growing consultancy working across civil, structural, geotechnical, and infrastructure design projects, with a particular focus on sustainable drainage...

  • Civil Engineer

    1 day ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Civilistix Full time

    Job Title: Civil Engineer / Senior Technician – Cambridge based Consultancy (Full Remote Working)About usCivilistix is a rapidly growing, modern civil engineering consultancy which specializes in planning services, highway engineering, and drainage engineering. At Civilistix, we work with our clients at all stages of the development process, preparing...

  • Civil Engineering Assessor

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Limited Full time

    Civil Engineering Assessor (Full Training Provided)Milton, Cambridge£30,000 - £35,000 + Progression + Training + 28% Pension + Hybrid + 42 Days HolidayAre you a Civil Engineer looking to come off the tools?Do you want to step into education with full training and support while maintaining industry connections?This institution has exciting growth plans and...

  • Civil Engineering Assessor

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Rise Technical Recruitment Full time

    Civil Engineering Assessor (Full Training Provided)Milton, Cambridge£30,000 - £35,000 + Progression + Training + 28% Pension + Hybrid + 42 Days HolidayAre you a Civil Engineer looking to come off the tools?Do you want to step into education with full training and support while maintaining industry connections?This institution has exciting growth plans and...

  • civil engineer teacher

    22 hours ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom ATTB - The Big Jobsite Full time

    SEC SEN Assessor/Trainer - Civil Engineering - CambridgeTeaching Personnel's PWR team are looking for a skilled Assessor/Trainer in Civil Engineering to join an SEN College in Cambridge (CB4). This role involves assessing and training students with special educational needs, ensuring they achieve their full potential. The ideal candidate will have a solid...

  • Civil or Senior Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom RGB Network Full time

    Civil Or Senior Civil Engineer Cambridge £45,000 - £55,000 (Dependent on experience)Are you an experienced Civil Infrastructure Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? This thriving civil, transport, and urban planning consultancy is expanding its Civils Team in Cambridge and is looking for a talented engineer to help drive nationwide...

  • civil engineer teacher

    2 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    SEC SEN Assessor/Trainer - Civil Engineering - CambridgeTeaching personnel's PWR team are looking for a skilled Assessor/Trainer in Civil Engineering to join an SEN College in Cambridge (CB4). This role involves assessing and training students with special educational needs, ensuring they achieve their full potential. The ideal candidate will have a solid...

  • Senior Civil Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom The Construction Index Ltd Full time

    Role: Senior Civil EngineerLocation: Central CambridgeType: Full Time, Hybrid/Flexible, Permanent.We're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer in Central CambridgeAbout:The company is a large, international development consultancy with thousands of staff and offices in key cities on every continent. You will be exposed to projects of regional and international...

  • Senior Civil Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Aldwych Consulting Ltd Full time

    Job Description Role: Senior Civil Engineer Location: Central Cambridge Type: Full Time, Hybrid/Flexible, Permanent.We're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer in Central CambridgeAbout: The company is a large, international development consultancy with thousands of staff and offices in key cities on every continent. You will be exposed to projects of...