Associate Civil Engineer

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Associate Civil Engineer (Drainage & Infrastructure)

Manchester

Our client is looking for an experienced Civil Engineering Team Leader/Associate Civil Engineer to join their growing Civils & Infrastructure team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for a technical leader who enjoys developing people, and driving project success.

Working across a variety of infrastructure projects, you'll lead a team responsible for the design of highways and drainage schemes, with a particular emphasis on drainage design, which forms the majority of the team's workload.

The Role

Responsible for leading a team of engineers while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. You'll play a key role in resource planning, mentoring team members, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and colleagues across the business.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the successful delivery of multiple civil engineering projects.
• Oversee the design of highways and drainage schemes, with a strong emphasis on drainage.
• Plan and coordinate resources across multiple projects.
• Attend resource planning meetings and contribute to project scheduling.
• Assist in fee management, project appointments, and service negotiations.
• Review and approve team timesheets and annual leave requests.
• Conduct regular team meetings, appraisals, and performance reviews.
• Support the professional and personal development of your team.

Ideal requirements:

• Proven experience leading a Civil Engineering team.
• Strong background in civil infrastructure design, particularly drainage.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

What's on Offer:

• Salary £55,000 - £65,000
• Pension contribution.
• Health & wellbeing cover.
• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Secure bike storage and onsite changing facilities.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Investors in People accredited employer.
• Carbon Neutral business with a strong commitment to sustainable engineering and environmentally responsible practices