Join a Leading Consultancy as a Senior Civil Engineer – Leeds

Location: Leeds

Salary: £47,000 – £55,000 (Depending on Experience)

Are you an experienced Senior Civil Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious, award-winning consultancy as part of their dynamic infrastructure and drainage team in Leeds.

As an employee-owned trust, the company puts its people first—offering a supportive, collaborative environment with genuine investment in your professional development and wellbeing.

About the Company

With over 300 employees across 14 UK offices, this consultancy is a respected leader in the built environment sector. Their employee-owned structure gives team members a direct stake in the company’s success and a voice in its future.

The Leeds office is home to a close-knit team of nine, including apprentices, graduates, and senior engineers, fostering a strong culture of mentoring and mutual support.

The Role: Senior Civil Engineer

As a key member of the civil engineering team, you will:

Develop schematic/concept designs and detailed designs for drainage and highways using Civils 3D

Design Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) with Causeway Flow

Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy Reports for planning applications

Collaborate closely with clients and other construction professionals across various sectors

Lead projects and manage budgets effectively

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to resourcing and team development

What We’re Looking For

Strong experience with Civils 3D (or similar software) and drainage network design

Proven experience leading projects and managing project finances

A proactive approach to mentoring junior staff and supporting their career progression

Experience with SuDS design (concept through to detail)

Familiarity with site work, contractor liaison, and health & safety management

Chartered or working towards a professional qualification (e.g., ICE, CIWEM)

Strong communication skills and experience liaising with local authorities and design teams

A collaborative problem-solver with a commitment to delivering quality outputs

What’s in It for You?

Flexible and hybrid working options

Inclusive, family-feel culture

Employee-owned trust – have a real say in how the business is run

Award-winning Learning & Development support

Generous holiday allowance – including your birthday off and the ability to buy more

7% company pension contribution

Health cash plan and wellness programme

Workplace nursery scheme and enhanced maternity pay

Technology perks and cycle to work scheme

Life assurance and long-term illness protection

Annual company awards, walking weekends, and away days

Access to company lodge holidays