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Senior Civil Engineer

Alfred RecruitmentLondon, UK🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 30 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£60k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
London, UK, United Kingdom
Posted
Yesterday
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Job Description

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer

Location: London

Salary: Up to £60,000

Working Pattern: 4 days office / 1 day WFH

A growing civil, structural and geotechnical engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their London team. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants more project ownership, close collaboration with senior staff, and a clear pathway for progression.

Benefits

  • 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home
  • Flexible working hours
  • Private medical insurance
  • Health cash plan
  • Life assurance
  • Income protection
  • Discretionary bonus
  • 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
  • Professional membership fees covered
  • ICE training support
  • Regular wellbeing sessions and social events

The Opportunity

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will take a hands‑on role leading projects, coordinating with clients, and supporting junior engineers and graduates. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering schemes and play a key part in delivering high‑quality technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing civil engineering projects with full client and third‑party liaison
  • Coordinating with engineers, technicians and senior team members
  • Managing risk within your area of responsibility (H&S and commercial)
  • Taking technical ownership of drawings, calculations, reports and design documents
  • Using design software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Causeway Flow, KeySign and Lighting Reality
  • Preparing or reviewing project briefs, fee proposals and resource plans
  • Supporting development of project cost estimates and identifying additional work opportunities
  • Analysing technical problems and developing practical engineering solutions

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Civil Engineering (MEng preferred)
  • Chartered or near‑chartered status with ICE

Desired Attributes

  • Clear and positive communicator
  • Comfortable taking ownership of project management
  • Strong problem‑solving mindset
  • Able to perform consistently under pressure
  • Adaptable to changing project requirements
  • Proven track record delivering projects to a high standard

How to Apply

If you're a Senior Civil Engineer looking for a role that offers autonomy, progression and a supportive team environment, please apply with your CV now.

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