Senior Civil Engineer/Civil Engineer

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer or experienced Civil Engineer to join our highly regarded, progressive and award-winning Civil & Structural team within our Bristol team.

We are looking for a talented engineer with great experience, excellent software skills, and the desire to work in a highly collaborative multi-disciplinary team focused on sustainability, technical excellence and shaping construction in the UK and beyond.

The future of education, strategic land, urban regeneration and the tech industry – just a flavor of the kind of projects that await a career in Hydrock, now Stantec. 

Your role will include: 

• Collaborating as a member of a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy. 
• Operating across a range of projects.
• Working and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Undertaking scheme development, preliminary and detailed designs and project coordination.  
• Contribute or lead on work winning, budgetary control of project finances and preparing fee proposals. 
• Mentoring and supporting emergent team members, to uphold the quality and accuracy of technical and non-technical deliverables. 
• Working in a design office environment, while also playing an active role in design and site meetings, site inspections and progress reporting.  
• Good communication and effective liaison with clients, architects, contractors and regulatory/statutory authorities are therefore considered key attributes. 

You will be set up for success if you have: 

• BEng, MEng, BSc, MSc, HND or HNC civil engineering qualification, with significant and predominant experience gained in a design office environment. 
• Working knowledge of Section 104, 278 and 38 adoption procedures. 
• Excellent analysis and technical design skills in AutoCAD, PDS, Civils3D and MicroDrainage. 
• Good understanding of technical software such as Civil 3D, AutoTrack, industry standard software. 
• Experience working with residential developers. 
• Knowledge of UK planning procedures and ability to provide technical support to secure planning approval 
• Ability to secure technical approvals from highway and drainage authorities. 
• Strong written and verbal communicator. 
• Self-motivated team player with good people skills. 

Civil & Structural Engineering 

Our national civil and structural engineering business is led from Bristol, where our largest team is located, with established teams in Plymouth, Birmingham, Cardiff, Gloucester, London, Leeds, Newcastle and Manchester.  

You can expect exceptional colleagues to work with, collaborate and learn from and an interesting variety of challenging projects.  

What's great about the Stantec Group 
 As a global design leader with over 30,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, the Stantec Group is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighborhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.

In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.

Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.

What We Offer:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition for hard work and career progression
• Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
• Competitive starting salary
• Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme

A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity

The Stantec Group champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.

We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of the protected characteristics. We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us. 

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application. 

If shortlisted, you’ll first connect with our Talent Acquisition Team for a pre-screening call (about 30 minutes) to discuss your motivation and interest in the role. From there, successful candidates will be invited to a formal interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

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