Senior Civil Engineer

Description:

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Buildings Unit . Our team delivers a diverse portfolio of building and infrastructure projects, across the UK and Europe, working across sectors including health, defence, major venues, and commercial developments.

This role combines technical delivery and project management responsibilities.

You will take ownership of project elements and contribute to delivering a high standard of work, while supporting a collaborative and positive team environment. You will also play a role in developing our Buildings portfolio through strong project delivery and participation in business development activities.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across the UK and internationally, contributing to both project delivery and broader team objectives.

This is a varied and rewarding role, offering opportunities for continued professional development and progression within Mott MacDonald.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of building-related civil engineering works, including site development, drainage (including SuDS), earthworks, utilities, and external works including car parks and access roads
• Deliver projects or project elements in line with quality, programme, and financial requirements
• Promote and ensure adherence to health and safety policies and procedures
• Support on project management responsibilities for projects or defined work packages from bid stage through to completion
• Support business development activities and client engagement
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and graduates
   

Candidate specification
Essential:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with relevant experience
• Experience in design of building-related civil engineering projects, including site development, drainage, utilities, and external works including car parks and access roads
• Experience managing or coordinating project delivery, including programme, budget, and resources
• Experience working within multidisciplinary design teams, with a good understanding of relevant standards, local authority requirements, and engineering principles
• Proficiency in one or more design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InfoDrainage
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues and clients
• Willingness to contribute to bid preparation and fee proposals, and supporting client relationships