Civil Engineer

Company: Rise Technical
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will help establish and lead a new civil engineering capability in Bristol, delivering drainage design, flood risk assessments, and infrastructure schemes. You will work with clients, authorities, and multidisciplinary teams to drive high-profile projects while mentoring junior engineers as the team grows. The position offers long-term progression within a well-established, reputable consultancy. You will shape the Bristol office’s civil engineering direction and contribute to ongoing growth and excellence.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • paid overtime
  • clear progression to leadership
  • 33 days holiday
  • flexible working hours
  • professional memberships paid

Responsibilities

  • Deliver civil engineering projects across commercial, residential and infrastructure developments
  • Produce drainage designs, drainage strategies and flood risk assessments
  • Liaise with clients, local authorities and external stakeholders
  • Prepare technical reports, calculations and design information
  • Work on Section 38 and Section 278 agreements
  • Mentor junior engineers as the Bristol team expands
  • Opportunity to build and lead a growing civil engineering team
  • Office, site and client-based role with flexibility after probation

Key requirements

  • Civil Engineering consultancy experience
  • Experience with drainage design and development infrastructure
  • Knowledge of Flood Risk Assessments and Civils 3D
  • Commercial development project experience
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Stakeholder liaison
  • Mentoring and people development
  • Communication and collaboration
  • Drainage design
  • Development infrastructure
  • Flood Risk Assessments

Posted: September 14th, 2026