Lead Civil Engineer

Company: First Recruitment Group
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Location: Warrington
Job Description:

Our Client has a requirement for a Lead Civil Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Lead Civil Engineer to provide technical leadership and delivery management on a major infrastructure project within a highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will lead the civil engineering team through the design phases, ensuring safe, compliant and high-quality engineering solutions are delivered in line with project requirements and programme milestones.

Job Role Responsibilities

  • Work with the Responsible Engineer and Area Engineering Manager to plan and deliver the civil design scope throughout design and construction phases.
  • Monitor progress against programme requirements, managing risks and escalating issues where necessary.
  • Lead and coordinate a team of Civil Engineers and Designers.
  • Act as the Civil discipline lead at multidisciplinary meetings and stakeholder reviews.
  • Manage and oversee work delivered by external engineering consultancies.
  • Provide technical leadership, direction, assurance and acceptance of civil engineering deliverables.
  • Lead the development of civil engineering designs, including 3D modelling and production of 2D AutoCAD drawings.
  • Ensure designs are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
  • Fulfil Designer responsibilities in accordance with CDM Regulations.
  • Support the mentoring and development of junior team members.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications

  • Degree qualified in Civil or Civil/Structural Engineering.
  • Chartered Engineer status desirable.
  • Experience leading civil engineering teams on major infrastructure, industrial, nuclear, defence, energy or similarly regulated projects.
  • Strong knowledge of highways, drainage, underground services, earthworks, hardstanding and external works design.
  • Proficient in Civil 3D, InfoDrainage and AutoCAD.
  • Experience planning and managing engineering delivery against project schedules.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of CDM Regulations.
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • BPSS clearance or ability to obtain clearance.

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Posted: October 18th, 2026