Senior Civil Engineer

Mesh-AI Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to develop infrastructure capabilities and deliver high-quality civil engineering solutions across diverse projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Autodesk Civil 3D, Microdrainage, and AutoCAD, along with a passion for mentoring junior staff. This position offers competitive salary, professional development, and flexible working options within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme (gym membership, mobile phones)

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Autodesk Civil 3D, Microdrainage/InfoDrainage, and AutoCAD.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Strong technical knowledge of earthworks, drainage, pavement design, and external works.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Civil & Structural design delivery on projects.
• Produce design deliverables including drawings and specifications.
• Ensure designs meet quality and compliance requirements and client specifications.

Skills

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microdrainage/InfoDrainage

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

BIM software

Job description

We are seeking an ambitious Senior Civil Engineer to help develop the infrastructure capability of our growing Civil and Structural department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions across a variety of projects.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in Autodesk Civil 3D, Microdrainage/InfoDrainage, and AutoCAD, with a passion for mentoring junior engineers and technicians in both technical design aspects and BIM software integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Civil & Structural design delivery on projects, working independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Produce design deliverables (drawings, specifications, and reports), conduct site surveys, and support construction stage duties.
• Ensure that designs meet quality and compliance requirements and align with client specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and buildable solutions.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of a small project team.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Report on project performance to senior management.
• Assist with tender preparation and fee estimates.
• Mentor and support the development of engineers, technicians, graduates, and apprentices.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge of earthworks, drainage, pavement design, and external works.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects in one or more of our core sectors.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of 3D underground services coordination.
• Experience in delivering multidisciplinary projects.
• Chartered or Incorporated Member of ICE (or working towards).

Why Join Us?

• Exposure to diverse and complex projects across multiple sectors.
• Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Professional development opportunities and support towards Chartership.
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
• Flexible/hybrid working options.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk )

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks .

Benefits

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

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