Civil Engineer

Posted 13 March 2026
Salary £50k - 55k per year
LocationEssex
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000065314

Job description

Civil Engineer
Location: Essex

Are you an ambitious Civil Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? If you are passionate about designing, planning, and contributing to impactful infrastructure projects, we have the perfect role for you. Join our client's team and work on exciting civil engineering projects across a multitude of sectors.

As a Civil Engineer, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of infrastructure. You'll be involved in every aspect of the engineering process, from coordinating surveys and conducting inspections to developing detailed technical designs. This position offers you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools like AutoCAD, C3D, and InfoDrainage, ensuring you stay at the forefront of industry technology.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
- Coordinate civil engineering surveys and analyse findings.
- Inspect infrastructure for civil integrity and make necessary improvements.
- Advise on build specifications to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Prepare technical calculations and design solutions using AutoCAD, BIM, and more.
- Develop and produce technical documentation for projects.
- Lead pre-contract briefings, external meetings, and project collaborations.
- Manage client and project information using Deltek and other systems.
 
In this role, you will be able to:
 
- Make a significant impact on both client and project outcomes, driving success.
- Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who are as committed to excellence as you are.
- Gain access to continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your career.
- Develop your professional qualifications toward EngTech, Eng, or CEng MICE status.
- Take responsibility for small teams, clients, and projects, gaining leadership experience.
- Enjoy a flexible, rewarding work environment that encourages work-life balance.
 
What's in it for you?
 
- Competitive salary and Total Rewards Package
- Healthcare plan
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP inclusive of Life Assurance)
- Company Pension
- Generous holiday entitlementSporting, social and professional events
- Business mileage at 45p per mile
 
With a competitive salary, an engaging work culture, and a clear path for professional growth, this is the perfect role for engineers eager to grow and make their mark in the civil engineering field.
 
We look forward to hearing from you!
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Chloe Orchard at Carrington West on 023 9387 6212 for more information.
 
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