CIVIL ENGINEER

We are looking for an ambitious and highly capable Civil Engineer to join our clients' exciting and fast-paced design team in Leicester. This is a permanent position.

The role:

As a Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and modelling civil systems by working collaboratively with the many other disciplines at the company.

The successful Civil Engineer will be expected to be able to successfully manage and produce designs independently for simple projects, and under supervision for complex projects.

Technical skills:

Good technical understanding of developing solutions for civil engineering problems including drainage, utilities, pavements, roads, earthworks and flood riskProficiency in (and enthusiasm for) design and modelling software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D and hydraulic modelling software such as MicroDrainageExperience with approval processes including S104 sewer adoption and S278 works in the public highwayKnowledge of BIM, and Revit programming, is beneficial but not necessary. A willingness to learn is essentialGood knowledge of UK design codes and standards including Eurocodes, British Standards and Building RegulationsProficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word and Excel) About you:

Demonstrable experience of working in either a design office or directly within the construction industry with exposure to a variety of project sizes, stages and industries, this typically takes 2-5 years to achieveHave a relevant Civil Engineering degree from a recognised institution (Master's preferred but not essential)Able to lead engagements with stakeholders including local councils, Building Control, the Environment Agency and utility providersEnthusiastic about innovating within the construction industry to improve sustainability, health and safety, and productivityHighly effective and efficient problem-solver who takes an organised and systematic approach to solving design problemsGenuine enthusiasm for engineering design and modellingWilling to work within a challenging design environmentAble to work collaboratively in a team environment or independently with self-managed projectsExcellent interpersonal skills to work well with a wide range of professionals, at any level internal and external to the companyExcellent spoken and written communication skills in EnglishEligible to work in the UK over the long term. Benefits include:

9-Day Fortnight (not compressed hours - they give one genuinely free day every fortnight with no change to salary)Paid professional membershipICE accredited Training and Development Scheme and dedicated mentor for chartership aspirationsPrivate Healthcare scheme funded by the Company (tax is payable)Contract based on a 37.5 hour week.Industry competitive salaryRegular performance reviews to help with your career progression25 days annual leavePension scheme (matched contribution up to 5%) What To Do Next

If you are interested in this Civil Engineer role in Leicester, please click on the link to apply.

If you are interested in hearing about other roles in Civil and Structural Engineering, then please do not hesitate to contact Martin Boland now at or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.