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Senior Transport Planner - Manchester Opportunity; Our client, a leading global multidisciplinary design consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Transport Planner to join their growing Manchester-based team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly collaborative organisation delivering innovative, sustainable, and people-focused projects across the UK and internationally. With more than 60 years of industry expertise, our client has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality architecture, engineering, urbanism, and design solutions that positively shape communities and environments. Their teams work across a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, infrastructure, regeneration, and public realm projects. They are recognised for their integrated approach, bringing together specialists from multiple disciplines to create sustainable and future-focused places. The successful candidate will join a newly established Transport Planning team in Manchester, working closely with civil engineers, urban designers, architects, and planning professionals across the Northern region, wider UK business and international . The role offers the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of the transport planning function while working on high-profile and technically challenging projects. About you; • Previous post-graduate experience within a transport planning consultancy, • good understanding of UK transport planning policy, guidance, and development planning principles, • Practical experience using Linsig, Junctions 9, and ideally TRACC or similar software, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence presenting to clients, • Strong commercial awareness and project management capability, • Chartered status, or working towards becoming a Chartered Transport Planning Professional or Chartered Engineer, would be advantageous Benefits; Our client offers an excellent benefits and development package including: • Competitive salary and employee profit share scheme, • Private medical insurance and life assurance, • Enhanced maternity and paternity policies, • Structured mentoring and ongoing CPD support, • Flexible and collaborative working environment, • Wellbeing initiatives, social events, and employee forums, • Opportunity to work on nationally significant and award-winning projects Next steps; David Mattinson is the lead consultant. Apply now to join a forward-thinking consultancy committed to delivering sustainable, people-centred design and infrastructure solutions. Please be assured that all communications are in the strictest of confidence

GRADUATE CIVIL ENGINEER / CIVIL ENGINEER Manchester Salary: £28,000 - £36,000 Are you a Graduate Civil Engineer or early-career Civil Engineer looking for real involvement in development infrastructure projects? This Graduate Civil Engineer / Civil Engineer opportunity in Manchester off

Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for civil engineering and the environment? Whether you are a seasoned Estimator looking for a role with purpose, or a recent Graduate eager to launch your commercial career, we're interested to hear from you! You can join this leading specialist in the consultation, design, and delivery of nature-based solutions. Their diverse portfolio spans flood defences, river engineering, wetland restoration, and renewable energy infrastructure, blending heavy engineering with environmental preservation. Joining the expanding Bids and Business Development Team based out the HQ near Warminster, Wiltshire, you will collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Technical Leads to deliver accurate costings and high-quality proposals. We are entirely open to the level of this hire; my client can provide extensive, structured mentorship for an entry-level candidate or hand full project ownership to an experienced professional. What you will be doing: • Prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates and robust tenders for diverse civil engineering and environmental schemes., • Review technical drawings, specifications, and site constraints., • Source, negotiate, and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations., • Draft, compile, and administer high-quality bid documents and written proposals., • Attend nationwide site visits with specialists to assess physical project requirements firsthand. What you need: • Detail-driven professional with a strong interest in infrastructure and sustainability., • A degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline., • Strong numerical and analytical ability with high proficiency in MS Excel and Word., • Confident communication skills, high attention to detail, and top-tier organizational habits., • Ideally, prior experience in civils/construction, or familiarity with tools like Bidwork or MS Project. Why you'll love this job: • Competitive salary tailored exactly to your level of experience., • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements., • Healthcare plan and Death in Service benefit., • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays., • Clear, ongoing training and professional development pathways., • A collaborative workplace culture delivering projects that actively fight climate change. This role involves regular site visits, travelling nationwide (fully paid for) so you must have a valid UK driving license. Apply Today to engineer a greener career! JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you a recent Engineering or QS Graduate with strong mathematical and logical analytical skills? Are you looking for a great opportunity to put your studies to good use in a varied and challenging Assistant Bid Manager role? Full training and support is available for this role. Are you keen to join a very well established and specialist construction company that offers design, supply, construction and project management services? Do you live within a commutable distance of Tonbridge? If so, our client is keen to hear from you! The Role: The Assistant Bid Manager supports the Bid Manager in the preparation, coordination, and submission of competitive and compliant bids for specialist projects. This role plays a key part in analysing technical documentation, assisting with cost estimation, and managing supplier and subcontractor engagement, particularly for systemised product systems, supplied by leading International manufacturers. The Assistant Bid Manager ensures that bid submissions are accurate, timely, and aligned with client expectations, industry standards, and the operational and technical assumptions established by the wider Precontract team. • An interest in gaining understanding of faade systems, particularly systemised window, door, and curtain walling solutions., • Foundational knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and tender documentation., • Awareness of industry standards and regulations relevant to faade works, including CWCT guidelines, Building Regulations, and fire safety codes., • Basic understanding of cost estimation principles and procurement processes in the construction industry., • Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to support detailed and accurate take-offs and cost estimates., • Good written and verbal communication skills for preparing, reviewing, and coordinating bid documentation., • Excellent organisational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks, maintaining document control, and meeting deadlines within a busy bid environment., • Collaborative and proactive mindset, with the ability to work effectively across the Precontract team and with external suppliers and subcontractors., • Meticulous attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy in all bid documentation and cost inputs., • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Project. Qualifications: 5 GCSEs (Grade A-C / 9-4) or equivalent, including Maths and English (essential). HNC/HND or a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Faade Engineering, or a related discipline (preferred; working towards will be considered). Our client is offered a starting salary of £30,000 - £35,000 basic, with fantastic training, support and career opportunities. If you are a recent Engineer or QS Graduate with an interest in kick starting your career within the construction industry then APPLY NOW! Advancing People - The Recruitment Specialist Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency. JBRP1_UKTJ

Graduate Design Engineer – Temporary Works and Piling/Foundations - Chertership support Manchester Permanent £29,000 - £31,000 My client is recruiting a 2 graduate design engineers, 1 each for both their Shoring and Below ground propping design team and the above ground team based in their Manchester office. This role is suited to a civil structural engineer who has a keen interest in civil, structural and Geo-technical Engineering, including pile design, SI Interpretation and deep excavation support. You will have a degree or masters in civil engineering or equivalent. There will be opportunities to work on Major Projects including propping for deep basements across the UK. The role will combine Geotechnics with Structural Analysis and design as it involves bespoke steelwork designs and connections. Full training for the role is provided and you will be joining their industry leading chartership training scheme in order to ensure you achieve you chartered status as soon as is possible. Ideally they are looking for an engineer who has had some experience within the engineering industry after leaving university, however exceptional recent graduates will also be considered. If this sounds like you apply now as the role is interviewing and hiring ASAP You must be eligible to work in the UK as they are unable to offer sponsorship either now, or in the future

This role can be based out of any of my clients offices below. Hybrid working 2 days per week in the office. Manchester, Derby, London, Motherwell, York About the Civil & Structural Power Team Our Civil & Structural Power team is a dedicated, technically focused group that sits within the wider Civil & Structural discipline, working in close collaboration with our Power sector specialists. The team plays a critical role in the delivery of power and energy infrastructure projects, providing the core civil and structural engineering expertise that underpins successful project outcomes. Unlike broader project or programme teams, the C&S Power team brings a strong technical and analytical capability, leading on civil and structural design, coordination and assurance across complex power-sector schemes. This includes supporting the design and delivery of assets such as substations, converter stations and wider site infrastructure, while working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure solutions are robust, buildable and aligned to project objectives. The team is established and growing, with a mix of engineers at different career stages, from graduates through to senior and principal levels. Collaboration and knowledge‑sharing are central to how the team operates, offering a supportive environment where engineers can develop technically, take on meaningful responsibility, and contribute to projects that sit at the heart of the UK’s evolving power and energy landscape. The Role As our Civil & Structural Power team continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Principal Engineer to play an important role in the delivery of complex power and energy infrastructure projects. This is a senior technical and project management position, offering the opportunity to shape major projects, influence technical direction, and mentor the next generation of engineers, while remaining engaged in design and delivery. You will take responsibility for steering large, technically interesting schemes - or managing several smaller projects simultaneously - working closely with multidisciplinary teams across the wider business. You will be trusted to lead from the front, combining technical excellence with robust project and people management. Your responsibilities will include: Steering the delivery of single and multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within budget and to the required quality Directing and reviewing civil and structural infrastructure design across a range of project sizes and complexities Managing project teams, ensuring the right skills and resources are in place to meet programme demands Encouraging and mentoring graduate engineers and technicians, fostering technical development and best practice Ensuring compliance with internal quality, safety and management systems Contributing to the continued growth and capability of the Civil & Structural Power discipline About You You will be an established civil or structural engineer with proven experience delivering infrastructure projects, ideally within the power or energy sector. Although experience in power/ energy projects is highly valued, we are open to candidates from other infrastructure backgrounds who are eager to transition into the power sector. You will bring assurance in both technical resolve and team management. You will have: An HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) Chartered status, or in process (CEng MICE or MIStructE) Professional membership with a recognised body (ICE, IStructE, APM, CIHT, IHE or similar) Demonstrable experience directing project delivery and engineering teams Technical capability in infrastructure design and coordination Excellent written and verbal communication skills A full UK driving licence Why Join? Impactful work – be involved across the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction and delivery Management opportunity – grow your management and mentoring experience with support from discipline headship Technical challenge – work on a diverse portfolio of live and upcoming power-sector projects Established, supportive team – join a highly experienced, collaborative group where your contribution is valued and visible This role offers the chance to make a real impact, influence technical outcomes, and see your designs translated into built assets - while continuing to grow your career within a respected and forward-looking engineering consultancy. About the company We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. Benefits Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to: Company car or cash allowance Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan Life assurance scheme 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc) Flexible/hybrid working Family friendly policies Employee assistance Professional development

Graduate Geoenvironmental Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: £28,000-£31,000 Are you a recent graduate eager to begin your career in geoenvironmental engineering? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established environmental consultancy delivering innovative solutions across contaminated land, geotechnical, and environmental projects throughout the UK. You will become part of a knowledgeable and supportive team, gaining hands-on experience across a broad range of residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments while building strong technical and professional skills. What's on Offer: Competitive salary package Structured graduate training and mentoring Generous annual leave entitlement Pension scheme Flexible working opportunities Exposure to a wide variety of technically challenging projects Friendly and collaborative working environment Clear opportunities for long-term career progressionKey Responsibilities: Assisting with Phase 1 Preliminary Risk Assessments and Desk Studies Supporting and carrying out Phase 2 intrusive ground investigations Soil and rock logging, sampling, and groundwater/gas monitoring Coordinating environmental and geotechnical laboratory testing Interpreting site investigation data and assisting with risk assessments Supporting remediation strategies and earthworks assessments Preparing factual and interpretative technical reports Maintaining health & safety standards during site activities Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal project teamsWhat We're Looking For: A degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related subject A strong interest in contaminated land and geoenvironmental consultancy Understanding of ground investigations and environmental risk assessment principles Strong written and verbal communication skills Proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach to work Willingness to travel for site work across the UK Full UK driving licence Right to work in the UKThis is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to establish a long-term career within a supportive consultancy that values technical excellence, professional development, and practical problem-solving. If you are ready to take the next step in your geoenvironmental career, we would love to hear from you - apply today. Interested in this or other opportunities within the geology and environmental sector? Please do not hesitate to get in touch with Caitlin Richards. This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this vacancy

Senior Civil Engineer - Drainage, Highways & Infrastructure | Development Projects I'm currently working with a growing, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer to support their expanding Infrastructure / Property team. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established business delivering residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across the UK. The Role You'll take a lead role in the design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects, covering drainage, highways and development infrastructure schemes from planning through to construction. Key responsibilities: Lead design of drainage (SuDS, surface & foul), levels, earthworks and external works Deliver highways design (S38 / S278) and infrastructure layouts Manage projects through feasibility, planning, detailed design and construction stages Produce and review technical drawings using AutoCAD & Civil 3D Work with MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage for modelling and strategy design Liaise with local authorities, LLFAs, water companies and the Environment Agency Support and mentor Graduate Engineers and Junior Engineers Coordinate with internal teams across transport planning, structural and environmental disciplines Requirements Experience within a UK consultancy delivering development infrastructure / civil engineering projects Strong technical background in drainage design, SuDS, highways and external works Proficient with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage or InfoDrainage Experience with planning applications, Section Agreements (S104, S106, S38, S278) Confident managing projects and client relationships Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Working towards or already achieved ICE Chartership (IEng/CEng) desirable What's on Offer Competitive salary + benefits package Hybrid / flexible working Clear progression pathway to Principal Engineer level Full support with Chartership and professional development Opportunity to work on large-scale residential, commercial and mixed-use schemesCalibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business

Civil Design Engineer/Senior Civil Design Engineer/ Principal Civil Design Engineer/Associate Civil Design Engineer - Water Location: North West/Hybrid (2/3 days in the office) Contract Type: Permanent Or Contract (Outside IR35) - Full Time The Role We are seeking experienced Civil Design Engineers (with clean/wastewater experience) at a range of levels to produce high-quality civil engineering design deliverables across the regulated water industry. You will play a key role in delivering safe, compliant, and efficient designs, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and supporting the development of CAD technicians. Key Responsibilities Produce civil engineering design deliverables that meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements Prepare design calculations, drawings, reports, specifications, and design risk assessments Deliver designs in accordance with relevant technical, professional, and water company standards Carry out hydraulic calculations and prepare hydraulic profiles Direct, mentor, and develop CAD technicians Ensure all design changes are fully implemented, recorded, and controlled Work in line with formal design processes and procedures Assist with estimating design hours and input into project planning Attend and present at design meetings and project presentations Required Qualifications & Experience Minimum 5-10 years' relevant design experience within the regulated water industry Experience producing designs for water sector projects Background as a Graduate Engineer, HND-qualified, or significant experience gained from technician level Strong IT skills Registered with a professional body and working towards/completed Chartered Engineer status Preferred Qualifications & Experience Chartered Engineer (CEng) Experience in carrying out hydraulic calculations and preparing hydraulic profiles Experience in both clean water and wastewater projects Experience in infrastructure and non-infrastructure design Involvement in both outline and detailed design stages Awareness of construction methods and materials Strong knowledge of Engineering Drawing Practices Full driving licence and access to a vehicle Apply now to join a team delivering essential water infrastructure projects Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants