Senior Civil Engineer – Leicester(50-60k)

Job Description:

Senior Civil Engineer – Leicester Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (open to discussion based on experience)
Location: Leicester (within 1 hour’s commute) – relocation considered
Company: Leading Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy
About the Company A design-led civil and structural engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for technical excellence and creative delivery. With offices in Leicester and Birmingham — and expansion planned into London and Lincoln — the company works across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, leisure, and heritage sectors.
They pride themselves on a hands-on culture where initiative, collaboration, and accountability are valued — and where you’ll see the impact of your work every day.
The Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to take a leading role within the Leicester office. You’ll oversee day-to-day project delivery, mentor junior team members, and step up to lead the team in the Principal Engineer’s absence.
You’ll work on a wide range of projects, helping drive the consultancy’s next phase of regional growth.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil infrastructure design projects (drainage, highways, earthworks, and external works).
• Use Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, and Causeway Flow to produce high-quality design deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with UK design standards and quality expectations.
• Manage workloads, resources, and deadlines effectively.
• Provide technical mentorship and leadership to the civil engineering team.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and local authorities with professionalism and confidence.
• Contribute to business development and the growth of regional offices.

About You

• Chartered (CEng) or close to chartership.
• 5-10 years’ experience in civil infrastructure design within consultancy.
• Proficient in Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, and Causeway Flow.
• Proven leadership and project management capability.
• Confident communicator with a proactive mindset.
• Based within 1 hour of Leicester (or open to relocation).

What’s on Offer

• A genuine leadership opportunity, stepping up to manage the Leicester team when the Principal Engineer is away.
• Work on a diverse and interesting portfolio across multiple sectors.
• Join a growing, design-led consultancy with major regional expansion plans.
• Flexible salary discussion – the firm prefers to see what top candidates believe they’re worth.
• Supportive culture, visible impact, and career growth potential.