Average Civil Engineer salary in Manchester

Civil Infrastructure EngineersEngineer to Senior Engineer LevelOur client is recruiting Civil Infrastructure Engineers to support the delivery of a major UK Nuclear New-Build SMR programme.We are interested in engineers with backgrounds in:Highways and roadsDrainage and water networksWet utilitiesDry utilitiesSite infrastructureMajor project civil engineeringResponsibilities:Civil infrastructure design and assessmentDesign substantiation and technical reportingUtility and drainage coordinationMultidisciplinary engineering interface managementTechnical assurance and governanceIf this looks initially like something of interest, and you are an Engineer working in this space, we're keen to hear from you. Given the nature of this work, we are strictly only accepting British Citizens / British Passport Holders, as you will need to obtain SC Clearance.Sponsorships cannot be offered.

Civil EngineerWarringtonNew year, new job. Are you a Civil Engineer with four or more years' UK consultancy experience looking to step up and take ownership of more complex infrastructure projects in 2025? This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer who wants progression, technical responsibility and exposure to high-quality schemes across the North West.You will be joining a respected and high-performing civil engineering consultancy delivering residential and commercial developments ranging from smaller site improvements to large multi-million-pound projects. This Civil Engineer role offers close collaboration with senior staff, client-facing responsibility and a clear route towards senior-level involvement within a supportive team environment.The roleAs a Civil Engineer, you will take a leading role in the technical delivery of infrastructure design packages.Key responsibilities include:* Leading detailed design of highways, earthworks and foul and surface water drainage * Producing calculations, drawings and technical reports using AutoCAD and Civils 3D * Delivering S278, S38 and S104 submissions to current adoption standards * Supporting schemes from early concept through to approval and construction * Working closely with clients, architects, contractors and local authorities * Acting as the technical point of contact for project coordination and queriesAbout youThis role suits a capable Civil Engineer ready to progress.You will ideally have:* A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent * At least four years' UK infrastructure design experience * Strong AutoCAD and Civils 3D skills with drainage modelling experience * Good knowledge of UK design standards and adoption processes * Confident communication and technical report-writing abilityEligibility to ApplyApplicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.

Your new companyA growing civil engineering contractor delivering infrastructure projects across the energy and wastewater sectors throughout the North West. Working with major utility clients, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering complex schemes safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Contracts Manager to support their expanding portfolio of works.Your new roleAs Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of multiple civil engineering projects across the North West, typically ranging from £200k to £3m in value. You will lead project teams from inception through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.Key responsibilities will include:Managing a portfolio of energy and wastewater infrastructure projects.Building and leading project delivery teams, including the appointment and management of Site Managers.Driving labour productivity and operational performance across multiple sites.Maintaining strong client relationships with major utility providers and stakeholders.Providing commercial oversight, including programme management, variations and budget control.Ensuring all projects are delivered in line with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.Supporting business growth and contributing to the company's long-term operational strategy.What you'll need to succeedYou will have a strong background in civil engineering with experience delivering energy, utilities, wastewater or infrastructure projects. Previous experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within a contractor environment is essential.You will also have:Proven experience in Contracts Manager, Operations Manager or similar leadership roles.Strong labour management and people leadership skills.Experience delivering projects through direct labour teams.Excellent commercial and contractual awareness.Strong client-facing and stakeholder management abilities.Experience working with utility clients would be highly advantageous.What you'll get in returnCompetitive salary dependent on experience.Company car or car allowance.Long-term career progression with a clear pathway towards Director-level responsibilities.Opportunity to influence operational strategy and build high-performing delivery teams.Diverse portfolio of projects across the energy and wastewater sectors.Supportive and ambitious working environment.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this opportunity, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk