Senior Civil Engineer - Bristol
Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits
Type: Permanent | Full-time

Shape Your Next Career Move
Are you an experienced Civil Engineer ready to take on new challenges? Join a leading UK consultancy with a reputation for technical excellence, sustainable design, and a friendly, supportive culture. You'll take ownership of exciting infrastructure projects while enjoying flexibility, autonomy, and real opportunities for career progression.

The Opportunity
Based in Bristol, you'll be part of a growing Civil Engineering team working across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You'll lead design delivery, liaise directly with clients and stakeholders, and help deliver sustainable, practical engineering solutions from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and deliver civil infrastructure design projects across multiple sectors.
Manage client relationships and liaise with local authorities and contractors.
Prepare detailed designs and technical reports using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and InfoDrainage (or similar).
Ensure compliance with relevant Section Agreements (278, 38, 104, 185).
Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians within the team.

What You'll Need:

Minimum 6 years' experience in a UK civil engineering design consultancy.
Strong knowledge of drainage and highways design standards.
Proven ability to manage projects from planning to construction stages.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other relevant design tools.
Excellent communication, coordination, and presentation skills.
A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.

Why Apply?

Hybrid and flexible working options.
Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme.
Exciting and diverse projects that make a real impact.
Genuine scope for career growth and progression.
Supportive, collaborative team with strong technical expertise.

Culture and Benefits
This consultancy is known for its open, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. The team encourages creativity, values collaboration, and celebrates success. You'll be supported to reach your full potential through professional development, mentorship, and exposure to meaningful, varied projects.

Apply Now
If you're a motivated Civil Engineer looking for a new opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact our team for more information.

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.