Senior Civil/Structural Engineer
| Posting date: | 26 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £52,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 December 2025 |
| Location: | London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ecruit |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1WT SCSE Manchester-22293 |
Summary
Senior Civil/Structural Engineer
Location: Manchester, Liverpool or London
Salary: £52,000 - £55,000 (Depending on experience)
Contract: 9-month Fixed Term | 40 hours per week | Hybrid (60% office based)
Want to fast-track your career with real design ownership and visibility on major rail projects? Looking for hands-on engineering that builds your reputation and grows your future?
At Vextrix, you’ll lead complex infrastructure work, get your designs built, and develop as a trusted expert in the rail sector. We’re a people-first consultancy that helps talented engineers thrive through support, challenge, and opportunity.
The Role
You’ll play a key role in delivering high-impact civil and structural designs – from station upgrades and footbridges to multi-storey car parks and platform works. You'll be hands-on, responsible for producing and reviewing technical designs that shape real-world infrastructure.
You'll grow your leadership profile, work closely with directors, and gain exposure to increasingly complex projects that develop your expertise.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and review design packages for Network Rail projects – your work will be seen and used on the ground
• Create practical, high-quality solutions that meet client and safety requirements
• Collaborate with other disciplines for seamless project delivery
• Mentor junior team members and build your leadership credentials
• Apply industry standards confidently, with tools like Tekla and Revit to support delivery
About Our Company
Formed in 2009 the vision for Vextrix was created out of a desire to simply do things differently. John Williamson and Phil Marsden founded the company with a determination to treat people exceptionally well and commit to their word for both employees and clients alike.
Today with 3 offices and over 60 employees, an amazing culture with growth year on year, their commitment is stronger than ever. A culture of empathetic leadership, a work place where everyone can be themselves, where the whole person comes first both in work and home, giving back to communities, and a mission to make sure all of our people are happy has seen us retain and attract the best people.
The Benefits
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance & Medicash plan
• Annual bonus scheme
• Two volunteering days a year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity & compassionate leave
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Discount schemes and salary sacrifice benefits
• Birthday lunch on us
The Person
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, or working towards it
• Strong experience delivering Network Rail civil or structural designs
• Confident solving technical problems and presenting solutions
• Ready to lead and mentor others while building your own future
• Practical, driven, and eager to take the next step
What’s Next
We don’t just look at your CV – we look at who you are. If you need any adjustments, just let us know.
Apply now and build your name on standout rail projects with Vextrix.