Senior Civil Engineer
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 February 2026 |
| Location: | Durham, County Durham |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Extension Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 556 |
Summary
Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer
Location: Durham
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Our client is an award winning building design consultancy currently experiencing a period of growth. With exciting new projects on the horizon, they are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. With sites across the North, this person will be based in Durham on a hybrid basis.
About the Company
This business is very passionate about their people and believe that their team defines their identity as a company.
Benefits include:
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays’. (Holiday purchase scheme is also available)
Company pension up to 6%
Excellent training and development opportunities
Plus many more!
The Role – Senior Civil Engineer
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will leverage your extensive experience in the appraisal and design of building structures, from feasibility to construction stage delivery, to contribute to a variety of schemes and projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead civil design projects within the Civil & Structural team.
Manage project delivery and provide leadership within an engineering consultancy.
Prepare detailed designs and specifications using PDS, Civils 3D, AutoCAD, and Micro-Drainage/Flow.
Liaise with statutory authorities for section agreement approvals such as S38 & S104 agreements.
Produce drainage and external works designs, coordinating with other disciplines.
Prepare technical specifications and assist the QS team with the development of Bills of Quantities.
About You – Senior Civil Engineer
The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent, with significant post-qualification experience. You will have a proven track record in managing project delivery and providing leadership within an engineering consultancy.
You will ideally have:
Proficiency in preparing detailed designs and specifications using relevant software.
Competence in the conceptual and detailed design of infrastructure projects, including earthworks, roads, and drainage.
Knowledge of relevant UK standards, adoptable standards, and building regulations.
Progressing ICE Membership towards IEng / CEng.
We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. As a recruitment partner, we work with employers who value diversity and authenticity. If you’re excited about a role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for
Location: Durham
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Our client is an award winning building design consultancy currently experiencing a period of growth. With exciting new projects on the horizon, they are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. With sites across the North, this person will be based in Durham on a hybrid basis.
About the Company
This business is very passionate about their people and believe that their team defines their identity as a company.
Benefits include:
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays’. (Holiday purchase scheme is also available)
Company pension up to 6%
Excellent training and development opportunities
Plus many more!
The Role – Senior Civil Engineer
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will leverage your extensive experience in the appraisal and design of building structures, from feasibility to construction stage delivery, to contribute to a variety of schemes and projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead civil design projects within the Civil & Structural team.
Manage project delivery and provide leadership within an engineering consultancy.
Prepare detailed designs and specifications using PDS, Civils 3D, AutoCAD, and Micro-Drainage/Flow.
Liaise with statutory authorities for section agreement approvals such as S38 & S104 agreements.
Produce drainage and external works designs, coordinating with other disciplines.
Prepare technical specifications and assist the QS team with the development of Bills of Quantities.
About You – Senior Civil Engineer
The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent, with significant post-qualification experience. You will have a proven track record in managing project delivery and providing leadership within an engineering consultancy.
You will ideally have:
Proficiency in preparing detailed designs and specifications using relevant software.
Competence in the conceptual and detailed design of infrastructure projects, including earthworks, roads, and drainage.
Knowledge of relevant UK standards, adoptable standards, and building regulations.
Progressing ICE Membership towards IEng / CEng.
We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. As a recruitment partner, we work with employers who value diversity and authenticity. If you’re excited about a role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for