Senior Civil Engineer

Shape the future of Stockton-on-Tees. Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking for the opportunity to deliver projects that make a real difference to communities? Do you want to work on a varied portfolio of highway, infrastructure and regeneration schemes, have ownership of your projects and help shape how services are delivered? We're looking for a Senior Engineer to join our Design Services Team and play a key role in delivering an ambitious programme of capital projects across Stockton-on-Tees.

Why join us? This is more than just a design role. You'll work on a diverse range of projects including:

• Highway improvement schemes
• Infrastructure and regeneration projects
• Highway structures and asset management
• Environmental improvement works
• New developments and associated infrastructure
• Feasibility studies, design and project delivery
• Transport and highway initiatives that directly improve communities

From concept through to completion, you'll have the opportunity to lead complex projects, influence decisions and help shape the future of the borough.

What you'll be doing: Working as part of a supportive and experienced team, you will:

• Deliver a significant programme of civil engineering and highway design projects.
• Manage projects, budgets and resources from inception through to completion.
• Develop innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.
• Provide technical advice and support across a range of services.
• Support the management of the Council's highway structures.
• Work closely with developers, contractors, consultants and partner organisations.
• Support and mentor junior members of the team.
• Contribute to service improvements and the development of future engineering solutions.

No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, challenge and professional growth.

Who could this role suit? We would love to hear from:

• Senior Engineers
• Highway Engineers
• Civil Engineers
• Design Engineers
• Infrastructure Engineers
• Project Engineers
• Engineers looking to take the next step in their career
• Consultants seeking greater work-life balance and project ownership
• Experienced engineers wanting to move client-side and make a visible impact on local communities

About you: You will have:

• A degree or recognised professional qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering complex highway or infrastructure schemes.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience using AutoCAD and related engineering software.
• Knowledge of construction-related legislation and standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement.

What we offer: At Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, we know our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer:

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Career progression opportunities
• Occupational Health and wellbeing support
• Family-friendly policies
• Employee discounts and salary sacrifice schemes
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to local communities

Our Culture: We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel: Included, Supported, Valued, Developed, Empowered. Our values underpin everything we do and help us create a culture where colleagues can thrive, be themselves and reach their full potential.