Senior Civil Engineer - Austin Banks : Job Details

Senior Civil Engineer

York. Hybrid.

Full time, Permanent.

£45,000 - £55,000

Monday – Friday

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Enhanced pension
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working hours
• Health insurance
• Social events
• Personal development programme

Our client is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to drive the growth and success of their Civil Engineering team. In this role, you’ll oversee the design and delivery of development sites, manage day-to-day project operations, and ensure the highest technical standards are met. With responsibility for mentoring junior staff and fostering trusted client relationships, you’ll play a key part in upholding their values of Precision Crafting and On Solid Ground. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy at the forefront of renewable energy solutions, contributing to the transition to a more sustainable future.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Responsible for leading and managing civil engineering projects, including design, planning, construction oversight, and technical analysis.
• Prepare or check technical reports, specifications, drawings, calculations, risk assessments and method statements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, codes, and regulations in all design work.
• Review and evaluation of design concepts to optimize performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety standards at all times.
• Continually strive for organisational improvement through championing improved systems and operations.
• Adhere and contribute to the company Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Build resilient and trusting relationships with high value clients.
• Collaborate with the wider team and clients to understand project requirements, constraints and opportunities.
• Attend design team and client meetings, adding valuable insights as required.
• Deliver excellent client service through effective communication, exemplar project delivery and your subject matter expertise.
• Maintain high technical standards taking pride in all client work.
• Actively manage and lead those reporting to you; provide support and encouragement of their continuing professional development in line with their goals for the year and in line with the department vision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address design challenges, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Proactively identify learning opportunities relevant to your role and those reporting to you.
• Actively participate in company reviews and goal setting sessions.
• Contribute to the continual update and improvement of company processes and procedures.
• Share relevant insights with the wider business.
• Complete and submit weekly timesheets.
• Prepare fee estimates and quotes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date forecasting of on-going projects financials and resourcing needs.
• Manage monthly invoicing of your projects.
• Cultivate and grow your professional network.
• Build and maintain a social presence as a subject matter expert in your field
• Identify and attend networking events to promote awareness of AAH
• Identify opportunities to provide resource to other departments within the business

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven consultancy experience with exposure to a variety of sectors such as housing development, energy infrastructure, and highways.
• Strong client-facing skills, with the ability to build trusted, lasting relationships.
• Technical proficiency in Civil 3D design, earthworks modelling, and drainage network modelling.
• Additional knowledge in Flood Risk Assessments, CAD, and Transport Assessments is advantageous.
• Excellent report writing and project management skills, with the ability to manage workloads and deliverables independently.
• A natural mentor and coach, supporting the growth and development of junior engineers.
• The ability to collaborate effectively across teams and nurture positive internal and external relationships.