Senior Civil Engineer Exeter

Hybrid Working | Clear Route to Progression

The Opportunity

An established and highly regarded engineering consultancy in Exeter is looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer to support the continued growth of its regional team.

This is a business that blends technical strength with intelligent, design-led thinking. They deliver considered, practical engineering solutions across a diverse UK project portfolio and are known for building long-term client relationships through quality and reliability.

With a growing pipeline of work, they are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer who enjoys technical ownership, values collaboration, and is ready to take the next step in their career.

The Role

As Senior Civil Engineer, you will take responsibility for delivering infrastructure packages across a variety of schemes, with a strong emphasis on drainage and highways design.

You’ll operate with autonomy while also mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to wider project coordination across offices.

Your responsibilities will include:

Undertaking feasibility assessments and technical appraisals Delivering drainage and highway designs from concept through to construction Managing Section 38, 104, 106 and 278 agreements Preparing fee proposals and supporting commercial planning Leading project teams, managing resources and forecasting workloads Coordinating with structural and multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated design solutions This role combines technical depth with client interaction and leadership opportunity. About You You will be a confident Senior Civil Engineer who is comfortable managing projects and supporting team members. You’ll bring:

Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering Experience leading project teams within a consultancy environment Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Solid experience in drainage and highways design Experience delivering projects to programme and budget Working knowledge of adoption procedures and associated agreements Strong communication and collaboration skills You’ll be proactive, detail-focused and comfortable taking ownership of your work.

What’s On Offer Competitive salary (based on experience) Bi-annual performance bonus Hybrid working arrangement Exposure to varied UK-wide projects Clear pathway toward Associate level Comprehensive benefits package Why Join? This consultancy combines technical excellence with a genuinely supportive working culture. The Exeter team benefits from close collaboration across a wider UK network while maintaining the feel of a local, engaged office. It’s an environment where you can grow professionally, develop leadership capability and contribute meaningfully to well-designed projects — without unnecessary corporate layers.

If you’re looking for progression, project ownership and long-term development within a respected consultancy, this role is worth exploring.

Apply now to learn more in confidence