Civil Engineer - Leeds, England

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to join us in Leeds. We are looking for someone with expertise in civil engineering design to deliver multi-disciplinary projects for the entire lifecycle – from feasibility, concept and planning submission through to construction details and site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assisting a principal engineer on preparing drainage strategies, calculations and SuDs reports for planning.
• Preparing plans and drawings at all stages of the development cycle (concept through to construction) as part of buildings team.
• Design of Earthworks, Pavement and Drainage and the preparation of the associated specifications
• Ensuring high quality delivery in design through QA checks
• Liaise with Local Authorities and other stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals
• Liaise with clients, third party bodies and multi-disciplinary teams and disciplines on all relevant aspects of projects
• Assist during the construction stage, including site queries and inspections
• Opportunity to grow the team and mentor junior engineers

Qualifications

• Degree qualified, working towards becoming chartered
• A solid understanding of drainage, pavement design and SuDs
• Experience of delivering commercially successful projects
• Client (architect/contractor) engagement experience
• Ability to input into meetings with third party authorities
• Experience in drainage design, roads, car parks and cut & fill, etc
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge and experience of Microdrainge and AutoCAD
• Experience of PDS and/or Civils 3D an advantage

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