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Assistant Civil Engineer
- Salary: £32000 - £40000 per annum
- Type: Full Time
- Region: UK - East
- Town/City: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
- Posted: 16/10/2026
- Reference: BBBH5679_1792161683
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Assistant Civil Engineer - Cambridge
Location: Cambridge
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
The Opportunity
An established, award-winning civil engineering and transport planning consultancy is looking to appoint an Assistant Civil Engineer to join its growing Cambridge team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with at least 2 years' consultancy experience to develop their technical skills across a varied portfolio of development and infrastructure projects, covering highways, drainage and wider infrastructure design.
You'll work alongside experienced engineers, gaining exposure to projects from initial design through to delivery, with opportunities to take on responsibility, develop client relationships and progress towards ICE professional accreditation.
The Role
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Supporting the design of highways, drainage and infrastructure schemes
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Working on S278/S38 highways designs and drainage strategies
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Producing high-quality technical drawings and design packages
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Applying relevant design standards, including Manual for Streets, DMRB and SuDS guidance
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Using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other engineering software to develop design solutions
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Liaising with clients, developers, architects and local authorities
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Supporting project coordination and ensuring designs meet technical requirements
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Contributing to client relationships, networking and business development activities
What We're Looking For
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HND, BEng, MEng, MSc or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering
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At least 2 years' experience within a civil engineering consultancy
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Experience in highways, drainage and infrastructure design
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Understanding of relevant design standards and technical guidance
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Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, or equivalent 3D design software
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Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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A proactive approach and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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An interest in working towards ICE professional accreditation
Why Apply?
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Join a growing consultancy with an established reputation in civil engineering and transport planning
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Work on varied residential, commercial and infrastructure projects
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Supportive, collaborative team with experienced engineers to learn from
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Opportunities to take ownership of project work and develop client-facing skills
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Ongoing training, CPD and support towards professional accreditation
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Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing business
Benefits
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Pension scheme
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Private healthcare and employee assistance programme
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Generous annual leave, with the option to buy or sell holiday
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Bonus scheme and annual salary reviews
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Flexible and home-working arrangements
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Bike-to-work scheme and reimbursement of work-related mileage
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Professional membership fees and ongoing training opportunities
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Additional parental benefits and sick pay
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Annual appraisals, social events and wellbeing support
If you are seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer role and want a strong option at a consultancy that can support your growth, apply directly or contact Michael from Aldwych Consulting on 07787 736 270.
ch Consulting on 07787 736 270.
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.
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