Civil Engineer

Overview

Design, plan and deliver civil engineering projects (highways, drainage, structures) in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• design development
• civil works
• safety compliance
• stakeholder liaison
• feasibility studies
• design calculations

Tasks

-Prepare and develop detailed civil engineering designs, drawings, and specifications in line with UK standards and regulations. -Manage and coordinate civil works during all project phases—from concept to completion. -Ensure all work adheres to CDM Regulations, health and safety standards, and environmental policies. -Liaise with local authorities, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with design and safety requirements. -Carry out feasibility studies, site investigations, and assessments. -Support project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, and progress reporting. -Produce calculations for drainage, highways, and earthworks using appropriate design software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, AutoCAD). -Conduct site visits and provide technical support during construction.

Requirements

• autocad
• civil 3d
• bim
• chartered engineer
• bachelor's
• suds

What You Bring

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with strong technical expertise and project coordination skills to contribute to innovative and sustainable engineering solutions. -Strong understanding of UK design standards (DMRB, Sewers for Adoption, BS/EN standards). -Familiarity with BIM processes and digital engineering tools. -Bachelor’s degree (BEng/BSc) or Master’s degree (MEng/MSc) in Civil Engineering or related discipline. -Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. -Working towards or achieved Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with ICE or IStructE. -Proven experience in civil or infrastructure engineering in the UK. -Experience in sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and environmental design. -Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. -Proficient in AutoCAD and at least one civil design software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, Revit).

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Benefits

-Opportunities to work on diverse and high-profile UK infrastructure projects. -Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications award -Contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance -Interest-free travel loan scheme -Professional development support, including ICE/IStructE chartership mentoring. -Annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme -Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package -33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) -Comprehensive training opportunities and reimbursement of professional fees

About Fairhurst

-the firm began as a pioneer in reinforced‑concrete design and built landmark projects like Usher Hall. -William Fairhurst led design on major bridges—Tay Road Bridge and Glasgow’s Kingston Bridge—cementing the firm’s legacy. -Its financial strength supports both modest condition surveys and large‑scale public projects, maintaining growth through repeat clients. -Typical projects include flood defences, rail infrastructure, roads and bridges, water supply systems, and mining‑legacy remediation. -Its scope spans civil, structural, transport, geotechnical, landscape, planning and niche mining‑legacy services.

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