At a Glance
- Tasks: Support design and development of highways and drainage schemes for diverse projects.
- Company: Join one of the UK's leading independent consultancies in civil engineering.
- Benefits: Flexible working, private healthcare, holiday buy back scheme, and professional training.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on significant infrastructure projects while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and experience in highway and drainage design required.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.
Are you a Graduate / Assistant Civil Engineer with a drive to succeed in Highways & Drainage schemes? We are looking for an Assistant Civil Engineer to provide design expertise and support on a varied range of schemes from small highway improvements to large residential and commercial developments within one of the UK’s leading independent consultancies. For the right individual, this is an excellent opportunity to help develop a strategically important sector of the business. You can expect to work on several projects ranging from small scale development up to larger scale projects ranging between 150 to 5000 residential units and supporting infrastructure.
What’s on offer:
- Holiday buy back scheme
- Flexible working
- Private healthcare
- Training and mentoring inhouse with ICE
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Payment of professional subscription
What you need to succeed:
- Our ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering (or an equivalent/similar qualification) and relevant experience in a similar role, with good knowledge of both highway and drainage design.
- You must have experience in the design of both commercial and residential developments including infrastructure, external works and drainage.
- To have knowledge and experience of highway design standards – DMRB and Manual for Streets.
- To have knowledge and experience of highway and drainage adoption processes and legal requirements for S278, S38 and S104.
- Knowledge and experience of earthworks strategies.
- Good understanding and use of software packages including AutoCAD, Civils 3D, Site 3D and Flow.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Good time management and organisational skills with the ability to maintain good records.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
Assistant Civil Engineer in Reading employer: Strata Consulting
Join one of the UK’s leading independent consultancies as an Assistant Civil Engineer, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering impactful Highways & Drainage schemes. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and mentoring, flexible working arrangements, and a holiday buy-back scheme, ensuring a supportive work culture that values your contributions. Located in a vibrant area, this role provides the unique opportunity to work on diverse projects, from small improvements to large-scale developments, making a meaningful impact in the civil engineering sector.
