Assistant Civil Enigneer

Posted 05 January 2026
Salary £30 - 35 per hour
LocationManchester
Job type Contract - Full Time
Discipline Rail
ReferenceJO0000063428

Job description

Are you an Assistant Civil Engineer looking to develop your experience on rail infrastructure projects?
 
Do you want to work on a wide range of civil and geotechnical schemes across Greater Manchester?
 
Location: South Manchester /Hybrid
Rate: £30-£35 Per Hour
Contract Duration: 12 months
IR35: Inside
 
We're seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to support the delivery of rail projects across Greater Manchester. You'll assist with civil and geotechnical engineering tasks, contribute to design and reporting activities, and support the maintenance and upgrade of critical rail infrastructure assets.
 
This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of engineering schemes while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers.
 
Responsibilities:
·Assist in civil and geotechnical design, analysis, and reporting.
·Support ground investigations, earthworks assessments, and reviewing site data.
·Prepare drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
·Attend supervised site visits and inspections, ensuring safety compliance.
·Work with multidisciplinary teams and support project managers with updates and reporting.
 
Essential Requirements
·Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
·Full UK Driving License
·Basic understanding of geotechnical principles.
·Good analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
·Ability to interpret drawings and technical information.
·Willingness to undertake site work.
·2 years' experience with civil/foundation design or similar
 
If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your CV to jack.bartlett@carringtonwest.com or contact me on 023 9387 6037.