Carrington West are pleased to offer this outstanding vacancy with one of the most innovative and progressive consultancies in the civil engineering / infrastructure market.
 
The role of an Associate Civil Engineer offers the successful candidate a chance to work with a team of experts in civil infrastructure design on some of the most interesting development projects in the UK. You will have an opportunity to lead and mentor junior staff while engaging with clients and building industry partnerships.
 
What you will need
Our client would love you to have a HNC or degree in Civil Engineering but its not essential, as long as you have appropriate industry experience. Whilst it would also be fantastic if you were to be a Chartered Engineer, they will provide all the support required to help you achieve this.
 
You should have a positive and practical approach to engineering, and provide technical leadership that, together with other member of the team, will enable you to mentor and develop the careers of more junior members of staff.
 
You should be experienced in taking a lead role in small-to-medium-sized infrastructure projects, including SuDS attention/infiltration design using either PDS or Civil 3D software and MicroDrainage - and be able to produce drainage and highway layouts, with an excellent understanding of Section 38/278/104 & 185 approvals.
 
The role will include undertaking feasibility and pre-planning assessments/appraisals; preparing, managing and reviewing reports, designs and drawings to ensure consistently high-quality outputs; support the preparation of fee proposals and manage budgets accordingly; and act as a key contact for clients.
 
Above all else, personality is king in this business. They want you to be a confident and self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
 
What you'll get in return
This is not only a great opportunity to work hand-in-hand with the Head of Infrastructure and the rest of the team on exciting and high quality infrastructure projects, but one where you will have a real opportunity to help influence the shape and character of the team's expansion over the coming years.
 
A culture that helps you to achieve your full potential with clear, structured mentoring, investment and feedback - it's an approach founded on the principles of 'partnership'.
 
A competitive salary - not just to attract you to the business but also to recognise your on-going contribution and capabilities.
 
They also provide a market leading pension scheme, a discretionary twice yearly bonus scheme, and various perks and wellbeing initiatives to ensure you are properly looked after during your time with us.
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on 07889 214 154 for more information.
 
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