Strata Consulting
Assistant Civil Engineer
Assistant Civil Engineer at Strata Consulting, based in Cambridge, East of England, paying £34,000 - £39,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £34,000 - £39,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Cambridge, East of England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Construction & Trades
32% below the typical rate for construction & trades
Reference 1249
About the role
Are you an ambitious Civil Engineer looking to take the next step in your consultancy career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded engineering consultancy, working on a diverse range of development and infrastructure projects across the UK.
Based in Cambridge, you will work alongside experienced engineers and industry professionals, developing your technical expertise and project management skills while playing a key role in the delivery of high-quality highways, drainage and infrastructure designs.
What’s on offer
- The opportunity to join a growing and successful consultancy with an excellent reputation.
- Exposure to a diverse range of challenging and rewarding projects.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- The chance to take ownership of your work and contribute to project outcomes.
- Ongoing professional development and support towards professional accreditation and chartership.
- Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.
The role
- Supporting the design of drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes.
- Producing technical designs in line with relevant industry standards, including Sewers for Adoption, the SuDS Manual, Manual for Streets and the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
- Preparing accurate, high-quality engineering drawings and technical packages.
- Liaising with clients, developers, architects and local authorities on designated aspects of projects.
- Working closely with senior engineers to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
- Using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other engineering software to develop effective design solutions.
- Supporting project coordination and delivery while continuing to develop your technical knowledge.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and industry stakeholders.
- Contributing to wider business development, marketing and networking activities where appropriate.
What you need to succeed
- An HND, BEng, MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering.
- At least two years' experience in a similar role within a civil engineering consultancy.
- Experience working on drainage, highways and infrastructure projects.
- A good understanding of relevant design standards, guidance and industry best practice.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, or equivalent 3D design software.
- Experience working with developers, architects and local authorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering high-quality work.
- A desire to work towards, or be actively progressing towards, ICE professional accreditation.
- The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
Reference: 1249 · Posted 15 hours ago · Closes 16 Nov 2026 · Listed via Strata Consulting
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