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ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER
Watford
New year, new job. Are you a Civil Engineer ready to step into an Associate-level role and take on real leadership responsibility in Watford? This is a strong opportunity for an Associate Civil Engineer who wants to combine technical delivery, people leadership and client-facing responsibility within a respected consultancy.
You will be joining a well-established civil engineering consultancy delivering infrastructure projects across Watford, Hertfordshire and the wider South East. This Associate Civil Engineer role sits at the heart of the local office, offering autonomy to lead projects end to end, mentor engineers and help grow an already strong client base.
The role
As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will lead the delivery of civil and infrastructure projects while helping shape and grow the local team.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading highways, drainage, SuDS and civil infrastructure design
* Managing and mentoring engineers within the Watford team
* Acting as the main point of contact for clients, architects and stakeholders
* Reviewing designs, calculations, drawings and technical reports
* Supporting fee proposals, business development and project resourcing
* Ensuring quality, compliance and delivery to programme and budget
About you
This role suits an experienced Associate Civil Engineer or a Senior Civil Engineer ready to step up.
You will ideally have:
* A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
* 7+ years' UK consultancy experience
* Strong background in roads, drainage or infrastructure projects
* Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant civil design software
* Experience mentoring engineers and supporting business growth
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. 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.
