Fairhurst Group LLP is looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, consultancy‑experienced engineer who enjoys leading projects, working closely with clients, and mentoring junior colleagues.
You’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality civil and infrastructure projects both locally and across the UK, while contributing to the continued success and reputation of Fairhurst.
The Role
You’ll be involved across the full project lifecycle, from early concept through to construction, working on a broad range of civil and infrastructure schemes including:
- Highways, drainage, earthworks, levels and external works
- Preparation and review of drawings, calculations, reports and technical documentation
- Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies and Roads Construction Consent (RCC) packages
- Applying UK standards including Sewers for Scotland and Section 56 Agreements
- Using design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage and related tools
You’ll also:
- Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external consultants
- Attend site visits and client meetings
- Act as a key technical and commercial point of contact for clients
- Support business development and repeat work generation
- Provide technical guidance and day‑to‑day support to Graduate and Assistant Engineers
- Mentor junior staff toward professional accreditation (ICE)
- Promote a collaborative, inclusive and supportive team culture
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
- Chartered (CEng), Incorporated (IEng) or working towards Professional status with ICE or equivalent institution.
- Strong background in UK civil engineering consultancy
- Confident leading projects and small to medium‑sized teams
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Commercially aware and solution‑focusedAble to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Full UK driving licence
Why Fairhurst?
At Fairhurst, we value:
- Excellence in technical delivery
- Lasting relationships with clients and colleagues
- Integrity and clear thinking in everything we do
- Continuous development at every stage of your career
What We Offer You
- Competitive salary and benefits, aligned to experience and location.
- 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) including annual leave purchase and buy‑back scheme
- Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus, introducer fee and qualifications award
- Access to Staff Health Plan, Employee Assistance Programme including a 24‑hour advice line.
- BUPA Company Care Scheme
- Life Insurance, Personal Accident and a generous Contributory Pension Scheme
- Interest‑free travel loan, Cycle to Work Scheme and Arnold Clark Affinity Scheme
- Payment of professional fees.
- Hybrid and flexible working opportunities will be considered
- A collaborative, partner‑led environment with access to multidisciplinary expertise.
- Career and professional development and opportunities on high‑profile projects.
- A culture built on responsiveness, flexibility, and sustainable, value‑adding engineering.
You can learn more about our staff benefits here.
ETHOS
We, at Fairhurst, know that progress within the industry is all about people. That’s why we’re working together to build a better, more inclusive and diverse future for engineers and the engineering industry.
We are committed to providing a workplace that is respectful, fair and inclusive for all employees. We recognise the value of different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.
For more information on Fairhurst please visit our website.
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