Civil Engineer (Early Career To Senior Level) in Bristol

Joining Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup’s civil engineers work in both built and natural environments, working on a diverse range of projects including city wide masterplanning, net zero carbon buildings; large road and transportation schemes, active travel projects and sustainable infrastructure.

The Opportunity

We are seeking mid and senior grade civil engineers. We are looking for technically strong, proactive and motivated civil engineers to join our teams in Bristol and Cardiff. Our teams are well established and highly motivated and now require greater resilience to sustain a strong and varied pipeline. Depending on your experience, you will lead or assist in the delivery of projects, drawing from skills such as flood advice, drainage, highways, streets, pavements, earthworks and utilities coordination. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team is essential. Inquisitive minds to challenge the norm are welcome. Sustainability is at the heart of our work and our teams are empowered to influence clients to find the right solutions for all projects, large or small. We also strive for more efficiencies through digital solutions to enable more enjoyable work and maintain the highest of standards.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to the members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

• Proficient in the design of civil engineering elements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present design options and solutions.
• Working knowledge of statutory approval processes, such as planning permissions and stakeholder engagement.
• Thrive in a team environment.
• Senior and Principal Engineers would lead teams or projects and have line management duties supporting the development of others.
• Desirable to have a working or proficient knowledge of relevant CAD packages such as AutoCAD, Civils 3D or Microstation.
• Desirable to have a working or proficient knowledge of civil engineering design software packages such as MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, Civils 3D.

Qualifications

• Suitable qualification in Civil Engineering & Demonstrable experience within the field of civil engineering.
• Have or be actively working towards a professional qualification with a relevant professional body, such as the Institution of Civil Engineers.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Drina.Zupanovicgerard@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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Closing Date 13.05.2026

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.