SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

Pinnacle Consulting Engineers is a leading provider of construction consulting services with expertise in Structural and Civil Engineering. Our services encompass Structural Engineering, Building Information Modelling, Civil Engineering, and Infrastructure Design across various sectors such as Residential, Retail, Distribution, and Technology. Based in Norwich, we specialise in Engineering Master Planning, Due Diligence, Flood Management, Pre-Development Engineering, Drainage Design, Transportation Planning, and Highways Design.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Civil Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, analysing, and overseeing the construction of various structures, ensuring they are safe, sustainable, and built to the highest standards. This role requires a strong foundation in engineering principles, as well as proficiency in relevant software tools.

More about us Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Design: Leading the planning and design process for various infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, drainage, dams, and water supply systems
• Technical Oversight: Providing technical oversight and guidance on existing civil engineering contracts and projects
• Budget and Schedule Management: Preparing and managing project budgets and schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective completion
• Compliance and Safety: Ensuring all designs, plans, and projects comply with local and national building codes and safety regulations
• Collaboration: Working closely with architects, contractors, and clients to meet project goals and ensure smooth project progression
• Construction Supervision: Managing and directing construction teams to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Inspection and Maintenance: Inspecting and assessing the condition of physical structures and recommending repairs or alterations as necessary
• Reporting: Preparing and presenting reports on project status, risks, and mitigation plans
• Professional Development: Maintaining professional knowledge and skills by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies

Experience

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Ideally 8 to 10 years of experience in a Civil Infrastructure design consultancy.
• Incorporated Engineer, IEng.
• Sound knowledge of engineering principles, technical drawings, and planning data.
• Demonstrable experience in the design of highway and civil infrastructure projects
• Ability to work within, and where required, lead a design team, and also able to collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Problem solver, able to offer solutions to challenges.
• Understanding of the use of design tools within a BIM environment.
• Experience in Flood Risk Assessment and Drainage Strategy Reports.
• Experience in the use of Civil Design Software such as AutoCAD, Vehicle Tracking, Civil 3D and MicroDrainage or InfoDrainage.
• Competence in the use of Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and Infraworks is desirable.
• Experience in managing programmes and resources, delivering on time and budget.
• Experience in supporting the preparation of fee proposals.
• Experience in Due Diligence Work is desirable
• Ability to undertake the Project Manager role.
• Willing to support more junior staff and act as a mentor in assisting in developing the infrastructure team's skills and capability.
• Ability to develop client relationships to help grow the portfolio.
• Confident, articulate, collaborative & and proactive.
• Ability to work on Civil projects from the preliminary to completion stages.
• Industrial and Commercial building sector experience, along with other construction industry design experience
• Confident and concise communicator, who is able to develop and mentor more junior team members.
• Strong report-writing and checking skills.
• Good level of commercial awareness
• Able to deliver design packages and engineer technical aspects for major projects.
• Able to utilise expertise to devise innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Able to lead project meetings and manage client interactions as a Project Manager.
• Supervise project teams, allocate and review work, and provide performance feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely project delivery and target achievement.
• Foster adherence to delivery standards among junior team members.

If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to innovative projects that shape our built environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Senior Civil Engineer.

What Pinnacle can offer

We are a supportive, dedicated and caring business that will enable you to reach your potential and beyond. We have a strong team ethic, yet we nurture the individual. Here is what some of our team have to say about life with Pinnacle.

Why join Pinnacle Consulting Engineers? What drives you?

At Pinnacle, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our ability to serve our clients and communities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, or disability. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Benefits include:

• Private medical insurance for employees and family members
• Extra birthday day off
• Life assurance
• Pension - 7.5% employer contribution
• Training and CPD opportunities
• Flexible working options

Join us in shaping the future of our infrastructure projects while advancing your career in a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence in structural engineering.

To apply for the role, please write, attaching your CV.

We engineer tomorrow's built environment, delivering engineering solutions that meet client needs today.

We're a diverse team of values-driven civil and structural engineers, working throughout the UK and Europe on construction and infrastructure projects around the world. We're ambitious and growing rapidly - and we're always looking for the engineers of the future who will be integral to our successes.

As a Pinnacle engineer, you'll help deliver live projects around the world for household-name clients from day one as an integral part of our team, making a real and immediate difference.

OUR INVESTMENT IN PEOPLE

We are a values-driven organisation dedicated to investing in our people. Our core values guide our commitment to fostering a positive work environment. We empower individuals through ongoing training and development opportunities, enabling them to excel in their roles. We prioritise ethical practices, ensuring transparency and integrity in all our interactions.

By promoting teamwork and collaboration, we create a supportive culture where everyone can thrive. Our passionate approach inspires innovation, while leading by example encourages accountability and excellence, driving both personal and organisational success.