Senior Civil Engineer – Competitive Salary + Benefits – Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking for your next step on major infrastructure projects?

Farrans Construction is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join the team in Nottingham, playing a key role in delivering high-quality construction work on site while supporting project performance, safety, and technical excellence.

The Role

This is a hands-on, site-based role where you’ll take responsibility for ensuring work is delivered to the highest standards.

You’ll be involved in quality inspections, technical problem-solving, and day-to-day site coordination, working closely with the Site Agent, engineers, and supervisors to keep projects running smoothly, safely, and on schedule.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the Site Agent with the day-to-day running of site operations
• Manage and guide site engineers to ensure work is delivered effectively
• Carry out quality inspections and ensure compliance with specifications
• Oversee setting out and dimensional control to ensure accurate construction
• Provide technical support and resolve on-site engineering challenges
• Ensure strong health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are maintained
• Take a proactive approach to identifying and solving issues before they escalate
• Support continuous improvement to deliver projects on time and within budget

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Around 5+ years’ experience working on large infrastructure projects
• Experience within the water sector (desirable but not essential)
• Strong understanding of construction methods, regulations, and Health & Safety
• Valid CSCS/CSR card
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to plan ahead and effectively delegate to engineering teams

About Farrans

At Farrans Construction, the focus is simple - build, transform, and connect communities.

The projects delivered across the UK and Ireland play a vital role in everyday life, from infrastructure to environmental improvements. Sustainability, social responsibility, and long-term impact sit at the heart of everything the business does.

The culture is open and supportive, where ideas are encouraged, learning is continuous, and people are given the tools to succeed.

The Benefits

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development, and long-term career growth.

• Competitive salary + 30+ days annual leave
• Clear career progression with chartership and training support
• Pension, health cash plan, and 24/7 wellbeing support
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Discounts, referral scheme, and share scheme

If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career and work on meaningful infrastructure projects, apply now.

Contact information

Rachel O'Malley