243 Construction Survey jobs in the United Kingdom

Civil Engineer / Technician – Wakefield

Looking to take the next step in your civil engineering career?

We’re recruiting for a talented Civil Technician to join a thriving team in Wakefield. If you’re passionate about infrastructure design, ground modelling, and seeing projects through from concept to completion, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing highways, drainage systems, external works, and earthworks
• Delivering projects from early design stages right through to completion
• Working with a supportive, experienced team to bring ideas to life
• Using the latest tools and software to solve real-world engineering challenges

What least 5 years’ experience in civil engineering

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in PDS Flow/Infodrainage (or equivalent) and AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Solid experience with ground modelling and earthworks analysis
• A minimum qualification of Level 4 BTEC HNC in Civil Engineering

Why Apply?

This is a chance to work on a variety of exciting projects, broaden your skills, and make a real impact in a role where your expertise is valued. You’ll be part of a professional and supportive environment that encourages growth and development.

Civil Engineering Technician – ONC/HNC (BEng Mentorship Programme Available)

ELB Recruit is representing an established environmental and engineering consultancy seeking Civil Engineering Technicians with ONC/HNC qualifications—or those looking to progress onto a BEng mentorship programme —to join their growing team. The focus is primarily on drainage design , with opportunities to gain experience in highways, pavement design, and earthworks strategy .

The role is based in a Manchester city centre , with flexible hybrid working arrangements .

The client has a strong reputation for delivering sustainable and climate-resilient infrastructure solutions . With multiple offices across the UK, the consultancy combines the scale to work on nationally significant projects with the independence to invest in innovation, technical excellence, and staff development .

Role Overview:

As a Civil Engineering Technician, you will:

• Support the design and delivery of civil and drainage engineering projects
• Assist engineers with technical design tasks and calculations
• Participate in site-based activities and surveys
• Contribute to project documentation, tender submissions, and reports
• Develop skills in SuDS design, adoptable drainage networks, flood defence schemes, and fluvial engineering

This is a hands-on role , ideal for technicians motivated to learn, take ownership of challenges, and progress their career toward a BEng degree and eventual professional registration.

What We’re Looking For:

• ONC or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Some exposure to drainage or civil engineering projects
• Familiarity with drainage modelling software (e.g., MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage)
• Knowledge of SuDS principles and adoptable drainage network design
• Awareness of CDM regulations, safety in design, and sustainable engineering practices

Desirable Skills:

• Understanding of the Specification for Highway Works
• Experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, or earthworks modelling software

Why Join This Consultancy:

• BEng Mentorship Programme for career progression
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects
• Supportive, collaborative, and employee-focused culture
• Focus on sustainable, climate-resilient solutions
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements

This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious Civil Engineering Technicians seeking to develop their skills and progress toward a BEng and professional engineering qualification .

For more information about this role, please contact Pete Gillick at ELB Recruit or click apply .

Civil Engineering Technician - Cardiff | Permanent, Full Time

I'm working with a leading built environment consultancy that's looking for a Civil Engineering Technician to join their Cardiff team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary business delivering a wide range of projects across the UK - from schools and colleges to S278 highway schemes and sustainable drainage (SAB) designs.

The team has particular expertise in highways design, earthworks, cut and fill assessments, remediation, underground services, flood alleviation and sustainable drainage systems . You'd be working closely with senior engineers, developing highways and drainage designs in 2D and 3D , producing levels drawings, and ensuring designs meet QA standards.

They're looking for someone who is:

• Proficient in AutoCAD with civil engineering experience
• Skilled in Civil 3D and ideally Infodrainage
• Experienced in highway, drainage and earthworks projects
• Familiar with DMRB, Manual for Streets , and ideally Keylines / Keysigs / Keypost
• Qualified to HNC level (or equivalent)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy known for its collaborative culture, diverse workload, and focus on quality and sustainability in the built environment.

If you'd like to hear more about the role, I'd be happy to share further details confidentially.

Apply now or reach out to Roberto Sartori on .

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Civil Technician – Leeds

Leeds (Hybrid – typically 2/3 days in the studio)

£34,000 – £42,000 + Benefits + Progression

Civil Engineering Technician – ONC/HNC (BEng Mentorship Programme Available)

ELB Recruit is representing an established environmental and engineering consultancy seeking Civil Engineering Technicians with ONC/HNC qualifications—or those looking to progress onto a BEng mentorship programme —to join their growing team. The focus is primarily on drainage design , with opportunities to gain experience in highways, pavement design, and earthworks strategy .

The role is based in a Manchester city centre , with flexible hybrid working arrangements .

The client has a strong reputation for delivering sustainable and climate-resilient infrastructure solutions . With multiple offices across the UK, the consultancy combines the scale to work on nationally significant projects with the independence to invest in innovation, technical excellence, and staff development .

Role Overview:

As a Civil Engineering Technician, you will:

• Support the design and delivery of civil and drainage engineering projects
• Assist engineers with technical design tasks and calculations
• Participate in site-based activities and surveys
• Contribute to project documentation, tender submissions, and reports
• Develop skills in SuDS design, adoptable drainage networks, flood defence schemes, and fluvial engineering

This is a hands-on role , ideal for technicians motivated to learn, take ownership of challenges, and progress their career toward a BEng degree and eventual professional registration.

What We’re Looking For:

• ONC or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Some exposure to drainage or civil engineering projects
• Familiarity with drainage modelling software (e.g., MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage)
• Knowledge of SuDS principles and adoptable drainage network design
• Awareness of CDM regulations, safety in design, and sustainable engineering practices

Desirable Skills:

• Understanding of the Specification for Highway Works
• Experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, or earthworks modelling software

Why Join This Consultancy:

• BEng Mentorship Programme for career progression
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects
• Supportive, collaborative, and employee-focused culture
• Focus on sustainable, climate-resilient solutions
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements

This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious Civil Engineering Technicians seeking to develop their skills and progress toward a BEng and professional engineering qualification .

For more information about this role, please contact Pete Gillick at ELB Recruit or click apply .

Civil Engineer / Technician – Wakefield

Looking to take the next step in your civil engineering career?

We’re recruiting for a talented Civil Technician to join a thriving team in Wakefield. If you’re passionate about infrastructure design, ground modelling, and seeing projects through from concept to completion, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing highways, drainage systems, external works, and earthworks
• Delivering projects from early design stages right through to completion
• Working with a supportive, experienced team to bring ideas to life
• Using the latest tools and software to solve real-world engineering challenges

What least 5 years’ experience in civil engineering

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in PDS Flow/Infodrainage (or equivalent) and AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Solid experience with ground modelling and earthworks analysis
• A minimum qualification of Level 4 BTEC HNC in Civil Engineering

Why Apply?

This is a chance to work on a variety of exciting projects, broaden your skills, and make a real impact in a role where your expertise is valued. You’ll be part of a professional and supportive environment that encourages growth and development.

• You will serve as lead engineer on mid to large-sized projects and be able to lead a team of 5-10 engineers and technicians to program workloads and successfully deliver projects to time, budget, and quality.
  
• Provide specialised technical input to studies and designs for staff's specific area of expertise.
  
• Provide technical expertise and present complex technical solutions to clients.
  
• You will need to perform quality control reviews of work developed by others.
  
• Provide estimates for the engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large projects.
  

• Significant experience in UK development-related infrastructure engineering; likely from a private/consultancy background.
  
• Civil Engineering degree or similar. Chartered Engineer status (MICE)
  
• Detailed knowledge of drainage design, including piped systems and SuDS-based systems. Be familiar with storage design and computer programs such as InfoDrainage.
  
• Experience preparing Contract Drawings and Specifications and negotiating Section 38, 278, 104, and 106 Agreements.
  

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About the Company

Your Future Is in Your Hands. At Caulmert, we don’t just design infrastructure, we build futures. As a rapidly growing, employee-owned engineering, environmental and planning consultancy, we pride ourselves on innovation, technical excellence, and delivering service that makes a real difference.

About the Role

This is your chance to step into a strategic leadership role, shape a thriving team, and influence high-profile civil engineering projects across the UK. Your ambition, vision and drive will find their home here.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to and executing Caulmert’s strategic growth plans (business development, market positioning, service expansion)
• Leading and growing the civil engineering team, mentoring, coaching, recruiting and retaining talent
• Overseeing design and delivery across civil engineering projects: highways, drainage, infrastructure, earthworks, site works, SuDS, utilities, etc.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations, codes of practice, health & safety, quality, environmental standards, and company QEMS (ISO) procedures
• Acting as Principal Designer under CDM 2015 (where applicable)
• Managing project budgets, fee proposals, risk, resource allocation, contract management, and financial performance
• Building strong relationships with clients, engineers, contractors, authorities and other stakeholders
• Identifying new business leads, supporting marketing/sales efforts, and converting opportunities
• Driving continuous improvement in workflows, technical standards, tools, digital delivery, and efficiency

This is a senior role that blends visionary leadership, technical credibility, and commercial acumen.

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional accreditation
• Degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Civil / Structural Engineering
• Significant experience (typically 20+ years) in civil/infrastructure engineering delivery, with a substantial portion in a leadership / senior technical role
• Proven track record of managing and delivering multi-disciplinary civil engineering projects (UK and Internationally)
• Strong commercial awareness: preparing fees, managing P&L, business growth
• Leadership and people management skills: coaching, mentoring, developing teams
• Excellent stakeholder and client management, communication and negotiation skills
• Understanding of standards, regulations, codes, health & safety, CDM, design risk, etc.
• A commitment to the values of Caulmert: integrity, quality, innovation, teamwork
• Willingness to travel to regional offices and client / project sites as required

Required Skills

• Experience working in a consultancy environment
• Background in bidding, marketing and new business development
• Familiarity with digital tools (BIM Level 2, modelling, civil software etc.)
• Exposure to multiple sectors (transport, utilities, energy, water, waste)
• Experience in shaping policy, process, culture in a growing organisation

Pay range and compensation package

• Attractive and competitive salary package, reflecting experience and seniority
• Flexible working and hybrid options to support work–life balance
• Private medical care, pension, and additional benefits
• Generous holiday entitlement (minimum 5 weeks, plus bank holidays)
• Investment in your professional development, training, mentoring & CPD support
• Opportunity to purchase company shares / equity participation (employee-owned ethos)
• A friendly, inclusive, sociable environment across multiple offices
• Exposure to a diverse and high-impact project portfolio across sectors
• Real opportunity for career progression to Director / Board levels

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Company is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure a workplace where people are treated with dignity and respect, and where trust and empowerment are encouraged. As part of our recruitment process, Caulmert is expected to carry out a ‘Right to work’ check on all staff. This will require obtaining original copies of one or more of the ‘acceptable documents’ as given in the Home Office Guidance “An Employer’s Guide to Right to Work Checks”: 31 August 2021. Further information is available from our HR department upon request.

Location : Flexible

Contract Type : Permanent

How to Apply

We’re excited to hear from high calibre candidates who want to make an impact at Caulmert. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter (detailing your suitability, leadership vision, and career ambitions) to Alternatively, send applications to:

Donna Milne, HR Manager, InTec, Parc Menai, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4FG

Please note: Caulmert does not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or their terms unless pre-agreed with the HR Manager. Caulmert+1 Applications will be treated in confidence, and Caulmert is an equal opportunities employer.

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Robert Bird Group is a leading international structural, geotechnical, civil and construction engineering consultancy. We are specialists in the built environment and complex infrastructure. We maintain a one firm ethos and family culture which has allowed the business to operate across all barriers, always focused to achieve best for project, and best for our people.

We are part of the SJ Group, this is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, SMEC and Surbana Jurong, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.

Please visit our website:

About the role

To lead, mentor, and manage CAD Technicians and Junior Technicians in delivering high-quality, sustainable digital and CAD solutions across civil engineering projects. The role ensures technical excellence, compliance with quality standards, and supports the development of the UK practice.

Key Responsibilities;

Leadership & Team Development

• Motivate and guide Technicians/Junior Technicians to deliver sustainable CAD and digital solutions ethically and proactively.
• Coordinate project resource planning and liaise with senior engineering staff to ensure adequate resourcing.
• Support professional development and career progression of team members.
• Conduct interviews and assist in recruitment processes when required.
• Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.

Technical Oversight & Governance

• Ensure compliance with RBG IMS quality processes (ISO 9001 & 14001).
• Oversee health and safety implementation, including CDM Regulations 2015.
• Conduct technical reviews and ensure adherence to QA policies and procedures.
• Maintain high standards of technical CAD output and documentation.

Design & Production

• Lead drawing and model production using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, including 2D and 3D modelling.
• Develop masterplans and detailed designs across sectors such as regeneration, aviation, infrastructure, and industrial.
• Perform clash detection and coordinate below-ground design.
• Attend project meetings and liaise with architects and consultants.
• Prepare and issue project drawing transmittals and monitor CAD delivery schedules.

Digital & BIM Integration

• Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D; working knowledge of Navisworks, ideally Infraworks and/or InfoDrainage & MicroDrainage.
• Understand and apply BIM (BS EN ISO 19650 and related standards) protocols and digital workflows.
• Contribute to the development and alignment of CAD protocols with global standards.

Document Control

• Ensure proper document control procedures are followed and maintained.
• Liaise with document controllers to track internal distributions and workflows.
• Maintain project drawing files and ensure compliance with RBG documentation standards

What we are looking for?

• Proficiency in Civil 3D and 3D modelling.
• Relevant degree or apprenticeship, along with practical experience in the field.

The Ideal Candidate Will Bring;

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Proven experience in delivering complex civil engineering CAD solutions.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and digital tools such as Navisworks, Infraworks, InfoDrainage and MicroDrainage
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Ability to manage resources, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality standards.

What we offer you:

RBG is a growing, fast-paced business which offers birthday leave, corporate health insurance rates, paid parental leave, recognition awards, an active and engaging social club, along with a supportive team environment where healthy lifestyle balance is encouraged.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support—such as receiving the application form in an alternative format—please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment team.

Your experience throughout the application process is important to us. We welcome feedback on how we can improve and are happy to provide any further information you may need to help you make an informed decision about joining us.

If there’s anything more we can do to support you, please let us know, we’re here to help.

Agency

Please note that any unsolicited resumes or CVs submitted through our website or directly to SJ Group employees’ personal email accounts will be considered the property of Robert Bird Group. As such, we will not be liable for any agency fees associated with these submissions.

To be recognized as an authorized recruitment agency or search firm for SJ Group, a formal written agreement must be in place. Additionally, agencies must be invited by our Recruitment Team to submit candidates for specific roles.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.