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Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Bristol Full-time GBP 32,000 – 42,000
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CIVIL ENGINEER
Bristol
Salary £32,000 to £42,000

Looking to step up, take real responsibility, and see your designs built, not just drawn. This is an opportunity for a Civil Engineer to join a growing development infrastructure team and work across highways, drainage and SuDS on residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes from early feasibility through to detailed design and technical approval.

You will join a collaborative consultancy environment where Civil Engineers are encouraged to take ownership, develop client relationships and progress quickly, with clear support toward chartership and long-term career growth.

The role will involve

  • Highways and drainage design for development schemes

  • S38, S278 and S104 technical approvals

  • SuDS and Flood Risk inputs alongside senior engineers

  • 3D modelling, cut and fill and earthworks design

  • Preparation of drawings, calculations and technical reports

  • Liaison with local authorities, statutory bodies and clients

  • Supporting and mentoring junior team members
You will ideally have
  • A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

  • Around 2 to 4 years UK consultancy experience

  • Exposure to highways and drainage design for development

  • AutoCAD and ideally Civil 3D or similar

  • A proactive, organised and career driven mindset

  • A desire to progress toward chartership and leadership
Why apply
  • Salary £32,000 to £42,000

  • Clear progression toward Senior level

  • Varied development-led projects

  • Supportive, professional team culture

  • Strong training and chartership support
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.

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