Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Edinburgh City Football Club Limited.; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Scotland is seeking a Civil Infrastructure Engineer to lead multiple schemes and support junior engineers. The role involves liaising with clients, producing detailed drainage strategies, and managing projects from feasibility to delivery. Applicants should have significant post-graduate experience and a strong grasp of planning and design stages. The position offers a performance-related bonus and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Chartership support

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension contribution

Paid overtime

Employee perks platform

Interest-free season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Significant post-graduate (or equivalent) experience required.
• Experience in pre-planning and planning stages needed.
• Good working knowledge of MicroDrainage and AutoCAD mandatory.
• Ability to support others and self-develop is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and management of multiple schemes.
• Support and manage junior engineers and their work.
• Liaise with clients and prepare fee proposals.
• Produce detailed drainage strategies and planning documentation.

Skills

Post-graduate experience

Pre-planning and planning expertise

MicroDrainage knowledge

AutoCAD proficiency

Civil 3D understanding

Strong technical capability

Clear communication

Job description

Civil Infrastructure Engineer

You’ll join a senior infrastructure team in Edinburgh at a well‑established, employee‑owned consultancy that is expanding rapidly through a strong pipeline of work with major residential developers. This role offers variety, ownership and a chance to see schemes evolve from early feasibility to final delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and day‑to‑day management of multiple schemes (senior level).
• Support junior engineers, delegate tasks, check work and keep programmes on track.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders, prepare fee proposals, manage projects and contribute to business development (senior level).
• Produce concept and detailed drainage strategies.
• Develop levels strategies and manage earthworks appraisals.
• Write planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements.
• Undertake due diligence reviews to support land purchases.

Qualifications

• Significant post‑graduate (or equivalent) experience.
• Strong experience in pre‑planning and planning stages, plus a good grasp of detailed design and technical approvals (e.g. S104, S38, S278).
• Good working knowledge of MicroDrainage and AutoCAD (an understanding of Civil 3D is beneficial).
• Sound technical capability alongside clear, confident communication.
• A genuine drive to develop yourself and support others around you.

Package and Benefits

• Performance‑related bonus (linked to company and personal performance; employee ownership may make part of the bonus tax‑free).
• Chartership support with structured guidance throughout your journey.
• Professional development and training tailored to your career goals.
• Flexible working arrangements (subject to grade and approval).
• Generous pension contribution with a reputable provider.
• Training programmes, including funding and day release for university or college courses.
• Paid pre‑approved overtime when deadlines require it.
• Employee perks platform including cycle‑to‑work, gym discounts and retail savings.
• Interest‑free season ticket loan.

Location and Working Arrangements

The role is based at the Edinburgh office, with an expectation of 3–4 days per week in‑office, though flexibility is available depending on project needs and seniority. Opportunities exist to broaden responsibilities, progress technically and step into greater project and client leadership.

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