Civil Engineer Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Civil Engineer roles are classified under Civil engineers (SOC 2121) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role. View our occupation codes & salary thresholds to understand how the required salary is calculated.
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What civil engineers earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most civil engineers in the UK earn between £38,896 and £64,792 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £50,400 (SOC 2121), sitting at the 52nd percentile of what UK employers pay and £1,572 above the median.
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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. The Places Design Practice is seeking a career-driven Principal Engineer with proven experience i
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. The Places Design Practice is seeking a career-driven Principal Engineer with proven experience i
The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a Highways Assistant or Civil Engineer to join our Civil Infrastructure team in either Manchester or Leeds . You'll become part of a friendly, collaborative team delivering a diverse range of projects across the North, supporting the design and delivery of infrastructure that improves communities and connectivity across the UK. From local community infrastructure schemes to major national infrastructure projects, you'll gain experience working
The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a Highways Assistant or Civil Engineer to join our Civil Infrastructure team in either Manchester or Leeds . You'll become part of a friendly, collaborative team delivering a diverse range of projects across the North, supporting the design and delivery of infrastructure that improves communities and connectivity across the UK. From local community infrastructure schemes to major national infrastructure projects, you'll gain experience working
The Opportunity Deliver Projects that matter. Help shape the future of water infrastructure in the North East. At Stantec, we don’t just design systems — we rethink them. With AMP8 underway, we’re scaling up our Civil Engineering team to deliver the next-generation of water infrastructure with Northumbrian Water. Based on Newcastle’s iconic Quayside, our team is driving change through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. You’ll also be joining at a pivotal time, as we kick off th
The Opportunity Our growth strategy within our Water division for 2026 and beyond is creating a buzz around the place. You will be partnering with the top water clients in the area (and in the UK) to help develop a better way of how we obtain, clean, and distribute water for our local communities. If you're looking for a role that is stepping into leadership, then look no further - we'll provide the support in order for you to be become a Principal Civil Engineer. Or, are you looking for a new c
The Opportunity Our growth strategy within our Water division is creating a buzz around the place! We are partnering with the top water clients across the UK and Ireland to help develop a better way of how we obtain, clean, and distribute water for our local communities. If you're looking for a role of Senior Civil Engineer that is stepping into leadership, delivering innovative and exciting projects or, looking for a new challenge to harness the skills you've learnt in your previous roles and w
Joining Arup Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. We work with clients to plan, build, integrate and maintain a wide variety of civil infrastructure, from bridges to reservoirs, from metro tunnels to offshore wind farms. Our technical teams address every aspect of civil engineering design, working in close collaboration with the full breadth of Arup’s other design and engineering disciplines. “Arup is a fanta
The Opportunity The UK energy sector is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by rising demand, tighter regulations, and ambitious net-zero targets. This transformation is creating unprecedented opportunities to deliver innovative, sustainable infrastructure that will shape the future of energy. We are looking to connect with talented Principal Civil Design Engineers who are passionate about the energy sector and motivated to make a tangible difference. This role offers the opportunity to work acro
This job is with Capgemini, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Internal info Location: Hinckley Point / Manchester office Grade: C Our offer At Capgemini Engineering, we are proud to be at the forefront of some of the most technically demanding and societally critical infrastructure projects in the world. As part of our growing nuclear engineering capability in the UK, you wi
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Civil Engineer roles fall under SOC 2121 (Civil engineers), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Civil Engineer positions.