Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer – Development Infrastructure Location: Central London Salary: £38,000–£45,000 + 10% bonus, fleixble working, hybrid and more

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Overview

Emtech Recruitment is working with a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy seeking a Civil Engineer with strong experience in development-led roads and infrastructure design. The London Infrastructure team is 20-strong and collaborates with civils teams across 7 additional UK offices, contributing to major residential, commercial, education and mixed-use schemes. The team has an exciting pipeline of projects, including large-scale masterplanning developments of 1,000+ units, progressing from planning through to detailed design, as well as a variety of mid-sized and smaller schemes.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of smaller development infrastructure projects.
• Support senior engineers on large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes.
• Produce highways and drainage designs in line with UK standards (S278, S38, S104, SuDS).
• Undertake Civil 3D / Site 3D modelling, including earthworks design.
• Liaise with clients, architects, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to project management tasks, coordination and quality assurance.
• Support planning applications, technical approvals and detailed design packages.

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Required Experience & Skills

• Highways and drainage design experience for development infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of S278, S38, S104 and SuDS processes.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D / Site 3D, and general earthworks modelling.
• Previous experience delivering private-sector development schemes in the UK.
• Ability to manage workloads, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

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What’s on Offer

• Salary: £38,000 – £45,000 (DOE)
• 10% annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + additional benefits
• Hybrid working with 10am–4pm core hours (37.5 hrs/week)
• Company pension scheme
• ICE training and professional development support
• Regular paid company socials
• Opportunity to work on major development projects across the UK

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About the Consultancy

The London office comprises around 45 staff within a national business of approximately 110 employees. The Infrastructure team is known for its collaborative culture, excellent technical standard, and strong project pipeline across residential, commercial and mixed-use development.

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If you're an ambitious Civil Engineer looking to work on high-impact development projects within a supportive and growing team, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Emtech Recruitment to arrange a confidential discussion.

Senior Civil Engineer

Location: Essex (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Company:
Our client is a leading multi-disciplinary property and engineering consultancy providing a full range of services across the built environment. With expertise spanning architecture, design, project management, surveying, civil engineering, and sustainability, they work across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects throughout the UK. Their ethos is rooted in innovation and sustainability, delivering practical, future-focused solutions from concept to completion.

The Opportunity:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our client’s growing team based in Essex. This role offers exposure to a variety of high-profile projects across multiple sectors and provides strong opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

You’ll lead the design and delivery of civil engineering services, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to produce innovative, high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the design, analysis, and development of civil engineering elements for diverse projects, including highways, drainage, infrastructure, and earthworks.

• Ensure all designs meet relevant local authority and industry standards, including drainage, highways, and planning requirements.

• Provide technical guidance and coordinate with architects, surveyors, and project managers.

• Identify design challenges and develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.

• Oversee quality assurance and compliance with CDM 2015 and other regulations.

• Support the continuous improvement of design standards and processes.

About You:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a related field.

• Strong proficiency in Civil 3D and 3D modelling software.

• Proven experience in delivering civil engineering designs for a range of development projects.

• Working towards or already a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (some site travel required).

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays).

• Healthcare plan and Employee Assistance Programme.

• Pension scheme and life assurance.

• Hybrid working options.

• Ongoing professional development and training to support career progression.

How to Apply:
If you’re a skilled Civil Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Senior / Principal Civil Engineer (Highways & Drainage)

Locations: London, Surrey or Hampshire
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

About the Company:
Our client is one of the UK’s leading independent engineering consultancies, specialising in the design and delivery of innovative, sustainable infrastructure solutions. With a strong reputation for excellence across transport, infrastructure, and environmental sectors, they support clients from concept through to consent and construction, helping to create better places through good design.

The Opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to join our client’s expanding team. This role will focus on the design and delivery of highway and drainage infrastructure for a range of development projects across the UK. You’ll collaborate closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams, providing technical expertise and ensuring that all designs meet the highest quality and compliance standards.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced civil engineer looking to advance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop technical designs for highways and drainage infrastructure in support of S104, S38, and S278 applications.

• Produce or oversee technical assessments and design reports for new developments.

• Check and review technical outputs, drawings, and reports prepared by junior colleagues.

• Manage projects with moderate supervision, ensuring timely delivery to a high standard.

• Liaise with clients, project managers, and stakeholders to coordinate project requirements.

• Stay up to date with relevant design standards, regulations, and best practices.

• Mentor and support junior engineers, sharing technical knowledge and expertise.

About You:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline).

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in UK development-related infrastructure engineering.

• Strong technical knowledge of relevant design standards, including DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewers for Adoption, and local authority design guidance.

• Experience with S38, S278, and S104 approval processes.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D; knowledge of MicroDrainage or Causeway Flow desirable.

• Experience preparing flood risk assessments or drainage strategies.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Full UK driving licence (some site visits required).

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

• 25 days’ annual leave (increasing with service).

• Pension scheme, life assurance, and cycle-to-work scheme.

• Payment of professional membership fees.

• Structured support for professional development and chartership.

• A collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment.

How to Apply:
If you’re a skilled Civil Engineer with experience in highways and drainage design and looking for your next step in a respected, growing consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Senior / Principal Transport Planning Consultant

Location: Newcastle (Hybrid Working)
Sector: Development Planning
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

About the Company:
Our client is a leading, award-winning planning and environmental consultancy with an excellent track record delivering multidisciplinary support across major infrastructure and development projects throughout the UK. Their work spans development planning, environmental assessment, transport, and design — offering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, quality, and professional growth.

The Opportunity:
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Senior or Principal Transport Planning Consultant to join their expanding team in Newcastle. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering innovative and cost-effective transport and highways solutions for a wide range of development projects.

The role is ideal for a motivated, proactive professional who enjoys managing projects, building client relationships, and contributing to the success of a supportive and dynamic consultancy team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver transport planning projects from feasibility through to post-planning stages.

• Prepare fee proposals, project briefs, and manage resources effectively.

• Produce high-quality technical reports, including Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, and Transport Strategies.

• Undertake and oversee data analysis using relevant software (e.g. TRICS, LINSIG, ARCADY, PICADY).

• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Monitor budgets, timescales, and quality standards across multiple projects.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

About You:

• Degree qualified in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related field.

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in development-related transport planning.

• Strong technical skills and experience with TRICS, LINSIG, ARCADY, PICADY (GIS or AutoCAD skills advantageous).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Experience engaging with local authorities and stakeholders.

• A strong understanding of planning policy, DMRB, and Manual for Streets.

What’s on Offer:

• Highly competitive salary (commensurate with experience).

• Annual bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

• Flexible hybrid working options.

• Supportive, collaborative culture with real career progression opportunities.

• Commitment to work-life balance and professional development.

Highway Engineer – Manchester

Location: Manchester (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Overview:
Our client is a leading, employee-owned engineering and transport consultancy with a strong focus on sustainable infrastructure and mobility. They are seeking a Highway / Infrastructure Design Engineer to join their growing team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to diverse, high-impact projects while developing your technical and professional skills in a collaborative environment.

The Role:
You’ll play a key part in delivering detailed highway and infrastructure designs across a variety of UK projects. The role offers hands-on experience with exciting schemes, working alongside multidisciplinary teams and supporting the full design and technical approval process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce detailed designs for highway, drainage, and infrastructure projects.

• Support Section 278/38 and 104/106 technical approval submissions.

• Work with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and associated design software.

• Ensure designs meet DMRB, Manual for Streets, and relevant standards.

• Collaborate effectively within project teams to deliver on time and to budget.

About You:

• Experience in highway/infrastructure design and approvals.

• Good understanding of UK design standards and technical processes.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

• Member (or working towards membership) of CIHT, ICE, or similar.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

• Flexible and hybrid working options.

• Supportive environment with real scope for progression.

• Opportunity to work on projects that positively impact communities and the environment.

Associate Structural Engineer

Location: West London (Hybrid – 1 day per week in the Twickenham office)
Salary: Up to £75,000 (dependent on experience) + potential for future company equity

About the Company

Our client is a well-established Building Surveying practice with a team of 15 professionals working across residential, commercial, office, and heritage sectors. Due to increasing demand from existing clients for structural engineering services, they are looking to bring this capability in-house by creating a new Structural Engineering Division.

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious structural engineer to take the lead in building and growing a department from the ground up, with clear long-term progression to Director level.

The Role

As Associate Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Establishing and leading the company’s new Structural Engineering division.

• Managing and delivering structural design projects across a range of sectors including residential, commercial, office space, and heritage buildings.

• Liaising directly with clients, attending meetings, and preparing fee proposals.

• Working collaboratively with the Building Surveying team to support ongoing and future projects.

• Contributing to business development, recruitment, and strategy as the division grows.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 8+ years’ experience in structural engineering, with strong technical expertise in building structures.

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or close to achieving it.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in dealing directly with clients.

• An entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and lead a team.

• London-based (to allow for site and client visits), with the ability to attend the Twickenham office once per week.

The Opportunity

If you’re feeling limited in your current role and want a chance to shape and lead your own department — with no ceiling on career progression — this is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact within a growing, people-focused business.

Civil Infrastructure Engineer Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + package benefits Emtech are working with a UK wide Engineering Consultancy based who are looking for a Civil Engineer with a background in Infrastructure Design for developments to join their team in Hertfordshire. You will be joining an established team working on a range of projects across Residential, Retail, Commercial and Education. Experience Required:

• 3+ years experience in highway and drainage design for development projects such as residential, commercial, retail, town re-developments, mixed use schemes etc.
• Able to designs for road layouts, junctions, car parks.
• Experience in negotiation S278, S38, S104, S106 is beneficial.
• Good knowledge of SUDS, prior experience carrying out flood risk assessments would be beneficial.
• Technical capability with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microdrainage.

This company have a number of upcoming projects and are looking for someone who is keen to take on the responsibility of delivering those schemes. For more information on this position contact Michael Power at Emtech Recruitment.    

Highway Engineer Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + package benefits Emtech are working with a growing engineering consultancy based in Central London who are looking for a Highway Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. The role is a part of a small team where the individual will have a key role within the business. Experience Required:

• 1-4 years experience in highway design for development projects such as residential, commercial, retail, town re-developments, mixed use schemes etc.
• Able to produce outline designs for site access, junctions, visibility splays, roundabouts, road layouts, testing of service yards.
• Experience in negotiation S278 & S38 agreements.
• Capable user of AutoCAD and AutoTrack is essential.
• Communication and client facing skills.
• Able to work independently and take initiative to projects progress to completion.

You could be someone who is keen to join a smaller business when you can really have an impact or be looking for a new challenge to take on additional responsibility whilst progressing your career, this is an opportunity to do just that! For more information on this position contact Michael Power at Emtech Recruitment.    

Civil Engineer Location: Central London (home based initially) Salary: up to £45,000 dependent on experience Emtech are recruiting for a Civil Engineer on behalf of a large, well known Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy in London. As a business they have over 100 staff and the Civil Engineering team in London is a team of more than 20 Engineers. In this role you will be working underneath a Chartered Engineer / Associate assisting with road and drainage designs for a whole range of projects in the UK and internationally. Ideally you will have the following experience:

• 1-4 years experience in drainage design for developments such as residential, commercial, industrial, leisure, healthcare etc.
• Experience with Microdrainage
• Good knowledge of SUDS
• Experience undertaking flood risk assessments would be beneficial but not essential
• Experience in road design and the use of Civil 3D is beneficial but again not essential, the key experience required is within drainage design and the rest can be taught

This is an opportunity to join an excellent company with an accredited ICE training scheme with a very high first time pass rate for their Engineers. You will work on a range of projects as part of a large team.. Apply today to be considered for this position

Principal Highway Engineer Location: Southwark, Central London Salary: £50,000 - £58,000 (dependent on experience) + bonus and other benefits Emtech are currently recruiting for a Principal Highways Engineer on behalf of a transport and civil engineering consultancy based in London Bridge. The company have 30 staff and the highways team is currently 10 people across two offices. The role will be co-leading the team alongside the Associate Director. Underneath you will be a team you will be expected to oversee / help train where required. Ideally you will have the following experience:

• Circa 8-10 years experience in road design to local authority or DMRB standards (S278 / S38 and private works)
• Design of external works to development projects
• Worked on private and public sector highway schemes
• Managed a team and successfully delivered a range of projects
• Experienced in liasing with clients and attending design team meetings, training graduates

The salary for this position is competitive plus a yearly bonus, pension, 25 days holiday (increases with service), private healthcare etc. The working arrangement is 3 days in the London office and 2 from home per week. The company are a social business with regular company trips and events throughout the year. They are also growing and there is clear scope to progress and move up the career ladder with them. They yearly bonus is tax free on the first £3600 too. Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

Structural Engineer Location: Wandsworth Salary: 40k – 45k dependent on experience Emtech are working with a growing Structural Consultancy who are looking for a Structural Engineer to join their team. The office in Wandsworth specialises in structural engineering for high end residential, new build developments, refurbs and some commercial / industrial work. They are currently looking for someone with 3-6 years experience in in building structures design who is keen to be part of the companies journey as they grow over the next few years. You will have the opportunity to work on your own projects with support as required from one of the Directors. This gives you the chance to take a project from start to finish, communicate with the client and effectively take on the responsibility for delivering the scheme. There is full Chartership support in place as all three Directors are Chartered Engineers with IStructE so you will have plenty of support available for your professional development. Key Responsibilities:

• 3+ years experience in structural design across a range of building projects
• Working under the supervision of a Director ability to produce schematic/concept designs and structural design calculations within defined project timescales
• Liaising with other construction professionals in the development of designs
• UndertakingstructuraldesignsusingROBOTorTEKLA
• Directing technicians in the production of AutoCAD and REVIT drawing information undertaking and quality reviews of drawn information prior to issue
• Responsible for the analysis and design of building structures, progressing to overall design of structures.
• Ability to produce drawings using Autocad software
• Visiting sites and attending site meetings
• Involvement in internal project design
• Attend external design meetings with clients and other design teams

Apply today to be considered for this position with a grow Structural Consultancy in South London.  

Senior Transport Planner Location: London Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + package benefits (dependent on experience) Emtech are working with a growing Transport Planning Consultancy who are looking for a Senior or Principal Transport Planner to join their team in London. Ideally you will be from a development planning background and be well versed in report writing across a range of schemes. As a business they are a tight know team working on an exciting array of projects in the UK but are primarily involved with Central London based developments. Ideally you will have the following experience:

• 4+ years experience in transport assessments, transport statements, travel plans
• Experienced in junction modelling and layout design
• Must be a client facing individual who is able to represent the company and take a lead role on projects
• Technical capability with Junctions 9, ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG
• Previous on residential, retail and commercial schemes would be beneficial
• Willingness to help mentor and train junior team members
• Attend client and design team meetings, help to secure repeat work for the company

In this role you will be join an established company as part of a growing transport planning team. You will have the opportunity to work under a team of experienced Directors and take ownership of your own projects. For more information on this position please contact Michael Power at Emtech Recruitment

Senior Flood Risk Engineer Location: Bristol City Centre Salary: 40k – 50k per annum + package The role is with a Planning & Environmental Consultancy who are looking for a Senior Flood Risk Engineer to join their team. As a company they have 80 staff across multiple office locations and have been running for over 30 years. From a technical background they are looking for someone with good knowledge of drainage strategies, flood risk assessments, SUDS and microdrainage. Experience in project management, client liaison and fee proposals would be useful to but not essential as this role will give you the opportunity to get some client exposure and responsibility of delivering projects alongside a diverse client base. This roles sits under a Director in Bristol and alongside other disciplines such as Town Planning, Environmental, Civil Engineering etc. There is clear scope for this person to move up to Principal & Associate positions over the next few years and be the number 2 in the Flood Risk team in Bristol. Below are the key skills for the role viewed as essential and desirable: Essential:

• Flood risk management experience, including the use of WinDES/Micro Drainage software and CAD
• Experience of technically leading and managing projects
• Preparation/design of Drainage Strategies to support both outline and detailed planning applications
• Project management experience
• Client facing, proposal writing and report reviewing/approval experience.

Desirable:

• Hydraulic modelling experience
• Surface water and foul drainage design experience
• Sustainable drainage (SuDS) design experience
• Autocad

In this role you will be able to benefit from flexible working hours, working from home options, yearly bonus scheme, private health insurance, life insurance, 26 day holiday as well as a significant opportunity to take on responsibility and progress in your career.

Senior Civil Engineer – Transport Engineering (Bristol)

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer with consultancy experience and a background in infrastructure to join a growing Transport Engineering team in Bristol.

About the Company

A global environmental and advisory consultancy with 4,000+ staff across six regions, known for a strong collaborative culture and focus on sustainability. Employees benefit from competitive pay, generous benefits (pension, healthcare, insurance), 25 days' holiday, and flexible/hybrid working.

The Role

You’ll support the delivery of infrastructure projects, producing technical designs and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The role also offers opportunities to work across other sectors such as Environmental Management, Land & Water, and Compliance.

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in Section 278, 38, and 104 design

• Background in consultancy or contracting

• Some project and junior staff management experience

• Skills in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroDrainage/Flow

• Familiarity with UK design standards

This is an opportunity to play a key role on a wide range of projects as part of a multi disciplinary consultancy with a large social office in Bristol city centre. Apply today to be considered.

Senior Civil Engineer Location: Watford with hybrid home working available Salary: 45k – 55k plus benefits Emtech are working with a UK Wide Engineering Consultancy who are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join their team in Watford, Hertfordshire. The Civil Infrastructure team specialises in providing sustainable development infrastructure solutions to mainly private sector clients in both the UK and overseas. The team also works closely with other disciplines to provide integrated solutions on high profile multi-disciplinary projects. In this role you will be joining a team of 15 within civil engineering which sits as part of a wider multi disciplinary office. You will be expected to help train some of the junior / apprentice staff whilst also helping to run projects and deliver for a wide range of clients. Experience Required:

• A minimum of five years’ experience within the UK, with an aspiration to gain Incorporated or Chartered status.
• Experience in highway and drainage design with a working knowledge of UK design standards is needed, together with the ability to balance several projects and meet project timetables.
• There is a varied workload ranging from large scale distribution centre developments in the commercial sector and residential schemes of varying scales, from pre-planning through to construction so the candidate would need to show experience in highways, external works and drainage for these types of projects.
• Private sector experience and a working knowledge in the use of Civil3D, together with Microdrainage, Autocad, Autotrack (vehicle swept path analysis) and Navisworks.
• Experience in producing designs that can be incorporated to BIM Level 2 status would be beneficial, with the ability to undertake 3D coordination with the design team to ensure that internal project work can be released in IFC or similar format to the required site grid systems.
• The successful candidate would be encouraged to manage projects, attend meetings and liaise with client, design team and third party representatives.
• Proven report writing (FRA, drainage strategy, specification etc) and communication skills will be required, together with an ability to work as part of a team.

For more information please contact Michael Power at Emtech Recruitment.