Civil Engineer

Job Title: Civil Engineer – Building Design
Location: Hybrid (Minimum 3 days in the office – UK-based)
Contract Type: 6-Month Contract (with potential extension based on workload)
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Pay Rate: Flexible, dependent on experience and skills
Expenses: Covered for travel to and from project sites
Vetting Level: BPSS or SC (eligible candidates only)
Notice Period:

• To Contractor: 1 week

• To AtkinsRéalis: 4 weeks

About the Role:

Morson Talent is excited to be recruiting on behalf of AtkinsRéalis, a global leader in engineering and design consultancy. We are seeking a Civil Engineer to join the Building Design Practice, contributing to a range of impactful infrastructure projects across the UK and overseas.

This hybrid role offers flexibility, career development, and the chance to work on technically diverse and rewarding projects within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality civil design solutions for building and infrastructure projects

• Design and analyze drainage systems, utilities, pavements, access roads, and earthworks

• Prepare project documentation and technical drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D

• Ensure compliance with relevant UK design standards and industry codes

• Participate in BIM workflows and digital design environments (BIM 360)

• Collaborate closely with engineers, architects, and clients

• Assist with project planning, technical assurance, and quality control

• Travel to project sites when required (expenses covered)

Requirements:

Essential:

• Honours Degree in Civil Engineering (or HND with significant experience)

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in civil engineering (preferably buildings-focused)

• Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D

• Experience in drainage, utilities, pavement, and logistics/access design

• Familiarity with current UK design standards and practices

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams

• Actively working towards ICE chartership

Desirable:

• Experience with Revit and BIM 360

• Understanding of parametric design and digital engineering workflows

• SC clearance or eligibility (must have 5 years of UK residency)

• UK Driving Licence

What We Offer:

• Flexible pay rate based on candidate’s experience and skills

• Paid travel expenses to project sites

• Opportunity to work on high-profile national and international projects

• Inclusive, forward-thinking team culture

• Possibility of contract extension depending on workload

• Support toward achieving chartership and further career progression