Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Project Engineer (Civils / Highways / Construction)
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Project Engineer (Civils / Highways / Construction)
Project Engineer (Civils / Highways / Construction)
£45,000 - £48,000 (+ Progression) | Hybrid Role | Nottingham 33 Days Holiday + Flexitime, Training, Discount Reward Scheme
About the Role
Are you a Project Engineer with experience in civils, highways, or construction, looking to join a fast-growing, diverse organisation that designs, builds, and maintains multi-million-pound highway and civils projects? This role offers a gateway to progress into Technical Lead positions, while working on projects from concept to completion.
This forward-thinking company specialises in:
- Highways infrastructure improvement
- Electrical works
- Road construction and maintenance
As an expanding business, they are seeking motivated candidates to embrace new contracts while delivering top-tier client service.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of highways and civils projects throughout their lifecycle
- Manage and approve design schemes, ensuring alignment with technical standards
- Provide expert technical advice to stakeholders, clients, and internal teams
- Oversee health and safety compliance across all project stages
- Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development
Working Arrangements:
- Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (flexible timing options available)
- Hybrid model: Up to 2 days remote working per week
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as a Project Engineer in civils/highways/construction
- Strong grasp of design, infrastructure, and technical execution
- Ability to conduct visual inspections, feasibility assessments, and budget management
- Analytical mindset with a focus on disciplined project delivery
- Hyundai UK or similar technical expertise preferred
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