Project Civil Engineer
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE)
Location: Leeds
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
Are you a skilled Project Civil Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? Join a leading, employee-owned consultancy known for award-winning projects and an outstanding culture of collaboration, support, and professional development.
About the Company
This is a well-established consultancy in the built environment sector with 300+ employees across 14 UK offices. As an Employee-Owned Trust, the company puts people first, empowering staff to shape its future while enjoying a strong work-life balance and extensive development opportunities.
The Leeds office is home to a growing team of 8, including apprentices, graduates, and senior engineers, a diverse and supportive environment that fosters learning and leadership.
The Role: Project Civil Engineer
You'll be a vital part of the drainage and infrastructure civils team, managing design, delivery, and mentoring. The role includes:
- Creating schematic, concept, and detailed drainage/highways designs using Civils 3D
- Delivering drainage and SUDS designs using Causeway Flow
- Preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports for planning
- Leading collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
- Mentoring and managing junior engineers
- Acting as Project Leader, including oversight of project finances
- Proficient in Civils 3D (or equivalent), with strong drainage design experience
- Track record of mentoring and line management
- Knowledge of Sustainable Drainage Systems (concept and detailed design)
- Site experience including contractor liaison and health & safety management
- Experience in multiple sectors (e.g., NHS, DfE, private sector)
- Comfortable engaging with local authorities and problem-solving within project teams
- Strong quality assurance and project delivery skills
- Flexible hybrid working
- Friendly, family-feel culture
- Proud to be an Employee-Owned Trust
- Award-winning Learning & Development support
- Generous holiday allowance + birthday leave + option to buy more
- 7% company pension contribution
- Health cash plan & wellness program
- Enhanced maternity pay & life assurance
- Tech benefits, cycle-to-work scheme, and more
- Fun perks: Company lodge holidays, walking weekends, away days, staff awards