Company: RGB Recruitment
Location: Exeter
Job Description:
Overview
Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer – Exeter – £45,000 – £55,000
We’re working with a well-established, Exeter-based consultancy who are looking to strengthen its Civil Infrastructure team with the addition of a Senior Engineer. You’ll be joining at a busy and exciting time, with a strong pipeline of residential and mixed-use development projects secured well into 2026.
The role
- Take technical ownership of civil infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery
- Lead the design of drainage, highways and external works solutions for development-led schemes
- Prepare and review technical outputs, including drainage strategies, FRAs, earthworks appraisals and detailed design packages
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including planners, architects and approving authorities
- Mentor and support junior engineers, playing a key role in the long-term growth of the civils team
What we’re looking for
- Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- 5-10 years’ UK consultancy experience in civil infrastructure design
- Strong experience across drainage, SuDS, highways and development infrastructure
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and drainage software (MicroDrainage / Causeway Flow); Civil 3D experience advantageous
- Confident communicator with experience working directly with clients and approving bodies
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary (£45,000 – £55,000 DOE)
- Profit-related bonus scheme
- 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- Pension contributions and life cover
- Private health scheme & enhanced parental leave
- Flexible benefits (gym membership, cycle scheme, additional insurance, etc.)
- ICE-accredited training scheme and full support towards professional qualifications
- Hybrid and flexible working options
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious civil engineer looking to step into a senior role with real responsibility, progression and exposure to high-quality development projects across the South West
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Posted: March 30th, 2026