Infrastructure Engineer – Manchester

Vertical Recruitment are working with a highly regarded employee-owned civil engineering consultancy who are looking to expand their civil engineering team with the addition of an Infrastructure Engineer in their Manchester office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team of drainage, highways, and development infrastructure specialists, supporting an expanding client base of predominantly large residential developers.

The company deliver a broad range of infrastructure projects, from initial feasibility stage, through planning and detail design, to the construction stage. Typical schemes range from around 50 units to several thousand dwellings.

We’re looking for a candidate with:

• 3-5 years previous experience within an engineering consultancy
• Experience working on pre-planning and planning stage projects, with an understanding of detailed design and technical approval (S104, S38, S278, etc)
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD (experience with Civils 3D would be an advantage)
• Sound technical ability, excellent communication skills, and the drive to progress professionally

You will:

• Lead the design of multiple schemes across a range of clients
• Develop Concept and Detailed Drainage Strategies
• Develop Levels Strategies and manage the production of Earthwork Appraisals
• Produce Planning Documents such as Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes, and Utilities Statements
• Undertake Due Diligence reviews to support the purchase of land
• Support and collaborate with colleagues to maintain the high quality of project delivery

Benefits included:

Performance-related bonus – linked to both company and personal performance. As an employee-owned business, part of this bonus can be tax free.

Chartership support – full encouragement and guidance throughout your chartership journey.

Professional development and training

Flexible and Hybrid working

Pension contribution – excellent pension benefits with a generous employer contribution.

Training programmes

Paid overtime – pre-approved overtime is paid when deadlines require it.

Employee perks platform – access to cycle to work scheme, reduced gym memberships, and discounts with popular brands.

Interest-free season ticket loan – support with travel costs, repaid monthly from your salary.