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Senior Civil Engineer - Liverpool

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Liverpool Full-time GBP 45,000 – 55,000
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Senior Civil Engineer
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits

If you are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer role that offers genuine ownership, progression, and the opportunity to shape projects from day one, this Liverpool-based position is well worth exploring. This is a chance to join a well-established and growing civil engineering consultancy with a strong regional presence and a clear commitment to developing its Liverpool capability.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will take a lead role in delivering drainage and infrastructure design across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You will remain hands-on with design while also managing projects, supporting junior engineers, and working closely with senior leadership to help drive the team forward.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering highways and drainage designs including S38, S278, S104, and S185

  • Leading projects from early feasibility through planning and technical approval

  • Preparing designs and technical reports using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and InfoDrainage

  • Liaising with clients, local authorities, and key project stakeholders

  • Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians
About you:
  • Proven UK consultancy experience as a Senior Civil Engineer

  • Strong background in drainage and development infrastructure design

  • Confident managing projects and client relationships

  • Practical, hands-on approach to technical delivery
This Senior Civil Engineer opportunity offers hybrid working, a salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits, and a clear pathway for progression within a supportive and well-structured team.

Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. UK consultancy experience is essential. 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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