Civil Engineer in Manchester, Lancashire

Join one of the UK’s leading multi-disciplinary consultancies delivering high-impact building and infrastructure projects across the country!

Our Client has a requirement for a Civil Engineer (Buildings), who will be required to work on a contract basis in a flexible UK location (hybrid, with offices in Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol or Cardiff).

Role Purpose:

• Support the design and delivery of small-to-medium infrastructure projects for the buildings sector

• Produce high-quality civil engineering designs including drainage, access roads, car parks, and utilities

• Contribute to multidisciplinary project teams and work within BIM/digital engineering frameworks

• Deliver projects in compliance with UK design standards and client specifications

• Operate independently when needed, taking ownership of key workstreams

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and support design packages in drainage, roads/car parks, earthworks, and external works

• Create and review 2D/3D designs using Civil 3D and AutoCAD

• Use Infodrainage or Flow software to model surface and foul water drainage systems

• Ensure designs are aligned with BIM Level 2 standards and project BIM Execution Plans

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including statutory authorities

• Adhere to AtkinsRéalis’ quality assurance and technical standards

• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to reporting and digital workflows

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)

• 5+ years’ experience in civil engineering with a strong focus on both drainage and road/car park design

• Proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD (Revit/BIM 360 experience desirable)

• Experienced in Infodrainage, Flow, or similar drainage design tools

• Familiarity with UK design codes and regulatory requirements

• Experience working on small-to-medium building projects (not highways, rail or utilities)

• Chartered or working towards Chartership with ICE (CEng/MICE preferred)

• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision

• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Eligible for SC clearance

• UK Driving Licence desirable

Benefits:

• Inside IR35 contract via PAYE

• Flexible hybrid working – minimum 3 days in office

• Travel expenses to project sites covered

• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile UK building projects

• Long-term potential (initial 6-month contract with potential extension)

• Competitive rate 

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Civil Engineers looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

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