Average Civil Engineer salary in the UK

Civil Engineers – Water Sector ¦ Locations: Redhill ¦ Birmingham ¦ Glasgow ¦ Chester ¦ LeedsHybrid / Flexible / Remote Working Options AvailableJoin Binnies, part of the RSK Group, as we grow our team of Civil Engineers to support major AMP8 Frameworks across the UK.Following recent successes in securing key AMP8 Water Frameworks, Binnies is looking for talented Civil Engineers to join our Delivery group from September 2025. These roles will focus on Non-Infrastructure Water Engineering projects delivered in a fast-paced design and build environment.Whether you're based near one of our regional offices or prefer a flexible, hybrid, or remote working pattern, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team helping to deliver meaningful infrastructure that shapes communities.Why Binnies?Be part of a company with a global footprint – delivering projects in over 100 countries.Work on exciting, large-scale UK and international water infrastructure projects.Join a business that values flexibility, professional development, and making a real impact.What You’ll Be Doing:As a Civil Engineer at Binnies, you will:Lead and contribute to civil engineering deliverables on design and build projects.Prepare and review calculations, specifications, and detailed designs.Collect, analyse, and manage technical data.Coordinate work across internal teams and external stakeholders.Monitor project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.Build strong client relationships through proactive communication.Share knowledge and mentor junior/graduate engineers.Stay current with relevant codes, standards, and innovations in the sector.What We’re Looking For:A degree (BSc or MSc) in Civil Engineering.Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards chartership.Experience in the water sector (particularly detailed design) is highly desirable.Strong multidisciplinary collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.A proactive approach to managing deadlines, quality, and technical delivery.Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.Ready to join a company where your impact matters?Apply now to become part of our growing engineering team and help us shape the future of water infrastructure in the UK and enjoy the below benefits:9-day working fortnight Competitive pension scheme 33 days annual leave Paid volunteering day each year Enhanced parental leave Private medical cover Annual bonus (subject to company & individual performance)

Job Title - Civil Engineer Location - Stirling Salary - £52,000 - £57,000 We do what we say… And we're keen to hear from people like you who make it their business to get things done!We require a Civil Engineer who can both develop and manage our civils Reinforced Concrete (RC) capability, with management of this including setting out, quality assurance and the managing teams of operatives; materials and plant procurement.The Role:Are you an accomplished Civil Engineer with a proven track record of leading projects through the entire lifecycle?If yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic team.Here are some of the activities that you will get involved in… Planning the coordination of works alongside the Construction Project ManagerImplementation of CDM checklist requirementsEffective management of self-delivered work as well as subcontracted packagesCarrying out inductions and HSEQ inspectionsDrafting and issuing of RAMS and permitsAdapting pre-established generic ITPs, to site specific permanent works and collating evidence for closureSubmission of material and labour requisitions as well as hire/off-hiring plantKeeping a site diary of compensation events and reporting any deviation from the cost forecast or well as scope of worksSetting out with total station We'd love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following… Ideally experience of working with a DNO such as SSEN and an understanding of substation projects and NEC3 contracts.Experience of working in a similar role along with a SSSTS/SMSTS.Experience as a Engineer/Supervisor dealing with trenching / deep excavations; RC works, duct installation, cable pulling, power, switch gear installation.Knowledge of NEC3, CDM compliance, RAMS production, programme management, ordering plant and materials and cost management.RC experience is key, groundworks experience is desired, AutoCAD, RAMS production,Setting Out experience is essential.As you will be required to travel between sites a full and valid driving license is essential.

Senior Civil Engineer - WaterMultiple Locations | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)Up to £75,000 + benefits (DOE)Full-time 37.5 hours | Part-time also considered We're looking for a Senior Level / Principle Civil Engineers with strong water sector experience to join a leading design consultancy contractor. You'll work on some of the UK's most significant water and environmental infrastructure projects, helping deliver sustainable solutions that support communities and respond to climate change. With continued growth across our Water division through AMP8 and beyond, this is an opportunity to play a key role in high-profile projects while developing your career within a well-established, technically strong consultancy environment. Civil Engineer Role You'll take technical and project leadership responsibility for civil engineering design across the full project lifecycle, including: Asset planning and strategyConcept, outline and detailed designClean water and wastewater treatmentWater and wastewater networksFlood risk management and urban drainage You'll lead and mentor civil engineers, work closely with multi-disciplinary design leads, and take an active role in client engagement to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard. What we're looking for Senior-level Civil Engineer experience within water, drainage, utilities or related infrastructureBackground in consultancy or client-side deliveryProven experience leading design packages and supporting junior engineersConfident in client-facing roles and collaborative project deliveryChartered or Incorporated status (ICE, CIWEM or similar) is desirable, but not essential What's on offer Salary up to £75,000, dependent on experienceHybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 from home (more office-based if preferred)37.5-hour working week, with part-time options availablePrivate medical cover (Bupa)Enhanced benefits at Principal level, including bonus and flexible benefits allowanceClear progression opportunities within a growing Water division Locations Roles are available across multiple UK offices, with particular demand in Brighton and Newcastle. Other locations include London, Reading, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh and more. If you're a Senior Civil Engineer looking to work on impactful water projects, develop others, and progress your career in a flexible, supportive environment, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now to start the conversation.