Civil Engineer

Location: Flexible - Offices available in Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff, or Birmingham
Contract Type: Temporary (6-month initial contract)
Engagement Type:Umbrella
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working Arrangements: Hybrid (minimum 3 days in-office)
Rate: Competitive - Negotiable based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Expenses: Travel to/from project sites reimbursed

We are currently seeking a talented and practically minded Civil Engineer to support a range of exciting and unique design and construction projects across the UK and overseas. This role sits within a growing Civil Engineering team in the Building Design sector, working on small to medium infrastructure projects - not including large-scale highways, rail, or utilities schemes.

This is a hybrid role with flexibility to be based at any of our office locations listed above.

Contribute to the delivery of small to medium-sized infrastructure projects

Produce civil engineering designs in accordance with relevant standards and codes

Deliver efficient and high-quality engineering services

Manage your time effectively across multiple projects

Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment

Follow quality and technical assurance procedures

Work in compliance with BIM standards and the Digital Plan of Work

5+ years of experience in civil engineering

Background in the building sector

Experience in drainage design and analysis

Proficiency in InfoDrainage or Flow, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D

Experience in roads and car park design

Honours Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred) or HND with equivalent experience

Working towards ICE chartership

Strong communication and technical report writing skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Familiarity with current UK design standards and working practices

Experience dealing with statutory approvals and regulators

Previous experience on small-scale building projects

Knowledge of Revit and BIM 360

Chartered with ICE

Holds a UK driving licence

Eligible for SC security clearance (proof of 5+ years UK residency may be required)

We're looking for someone who is:

Proactive and co-operative

Reliable and self-motivated

Practical and solution-focused

Flexible and adaptable to project needs

Confident in communicating with colleagues and clients

Comfortable taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities

Some roles may require Security Clearance. Offers of employment will be subject to successful clearance, which may include demonstrating at least five years of residency in the UK.

Apply now to take the next step in your civil engineering career with a flexible and forward-thinking team.

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 opportunityfor 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.