Civil Engineer, Leeds

Civil Engineer

Leeds

Up to £40,000 + Benefits

A well-established and growing Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy in Leeds is looking to appoint an experienced Civil Engineer to join their expanding infrastructure team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected design practice delivering residential and commercial development projects across Yorkshire and the wider UK.

The Role

Reporting to a Director, you will be responsible for the detailed design of private and adoptable infrastructure schemes, with a strong focus on highways and drainage.

Key responsibilities:

• Detailed design of private and adoptable drainage schemes

• Preparation of S278, S38 and S104 agreements

• Highway and infrastructure design for residential and commercial developments

• Production of engineering drawings and technical documentation

• Liaison with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary design teams

• Supporting projects from initial concept through to technical approval

You will benefit from ongoing technical support, on-project learning and external training where required, with clear progression opportunities.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (BEng or MEng)

• 3+ years’ experience in highway and drainage design

• Experience producing engineering and technical drawings

• Proficient in AutoCAD

• Experience with PDS or Civil 3D

• Knowledge of MicroDrainage or InfoDrainage

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £40,000 (DOE)

• Regular pay reviews

• Hybrid and flexible working

• Pension contribution

• Bonus scheme

• Payment of professional subscriptions

• Clear career progression within a growing consultancy

This position would suit a Civil Engineer looking to take the next step within a supportive and technically strong consultancy environment.

To discuss this Civil Engineer opportunity in Leeds, please contact Steve at Aztrum

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