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Civil Engineer - Nottingham

A leading construction consultancy are now seeking an additional civil engineer to join their Nottingham office, working on unique opportunities in the defence sector, alongside infrastructure and aviation.

The role will need the civil engineer to be confident in coordinating a multi-disciplinary design team, providing technical design solutions in a process driven environment and the ability to prepare technical packages from conception through to completion.

Please Note: Due to the nature of the work undertaken successful applicants will need to have active UK SC Clearance or the ability to gain UK SC clearance.

The Civil Engineer Responsibilities will include:

  • Be instrumental in the commercial and technical success of civil engineering projects within a team.
  • Assist in the promotion of the Practice's civil engineering services.
  • Design practical civil design solutions and interpret clients' requirements in a practical and economic manner.
  • Maintain the highest standards of integrity in business relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Ensure your tasks in all projects are completed within timescale, and budget to a high standard.
  • Ensure your involvement in projects are completed in a professional manner to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Be aware of the financial targets and endeavour to ensure that best efforts are made to achieve this.
  • In collaboration with other team members, ensure that 'Manager' database is kept up to date with changes to fees or progress of jobs and forward projections.
  • Input fee quotations as may be required to assist in bidding for work as requested.

Civil Engineer Skills and Qualifications:

  • Rounded experience post-qualification covering all aspects of Civil Engineering
  • Comprehensive knowledge of building construction, Building Regulations, and allied legislation.
  • Relevant degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Full Chartered Membership or working towards

In Return?

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

  • Flexible working arrangements, including remote working options.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave over the festive period.
  • Competitive salary with regular market benchmarking and reviews.
  • Employer pension contribution.
  • Health cash plan.
  • Support for professional memberships and ongoing training.
  • Structured development, mentoring and internal coaching.
  • Family-friendly employment policies.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • On-site parking at regional offices.
  • Season ticket loan where applicable.
  • Death in service cover.
  • Early finish incentives linked to company performance.
  • Paid volunteering leave (up to two days per year).
  • Health and mental wellbeing initiatives.
  • Employee referral programme.
  • Regular team and social events fully funded by the business.

If you are a Senior Civil Engineer, considering your career opportunities please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James. REF: 21114MC

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