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Civil Engineer Jobs in the UK

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£28k–£55k
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Residential

Civil Engineer — New Build Housing

Wates Group — Bolton
£38,000–£46,000Full-timePosted 3 days ago
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Infrastructure

Civil Engineer — Highways Scheme

Balfour Beatty — City of London
£240/dayContractPosted 1 week ago
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Commercial

Civil Engineer — Office Fit-Out

Morgan Sindall — Leeds
£42,000–£50,000Full-timePosted 5 days ago
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Rail

Civil Engineer — Rail Enhancement Project

Laing O'Rourke — Manchester
£45,000–£55,000Full-timePosted 2 days ago
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Residential

Civil Engineer — Affordable Housing Scheme

Kier Group — Altrincham
£36,000–£43,000Full-timePosted 1 week ago
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Site-based

Civil Engineer — Multi-Site Rota

BAM Construct UK — Nationwide
£260/dayContractPosted 4 days ago
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About Civil Engineer careers in the UK

A Civil Engineer role is one of many entry points into the UK construction industry — working across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects for main contractors, subcontractors and house-builders. Demand remains strong across England, Scotland and Wales, with day-rate contract work sitting alongside permanent, salaried positions. Use the guides below to benchmark salary, prepare for interviews and plan your route into and up through the sector.

Civil Engineer jobs: frequently asked questions

What does a Civil Engineer do in the UK?+
A Civil Engineer works on construction sites and projects across the UK, coordinating trades, managing programme and quality, and making sure work meets building regulations and site safety standards.
What is the average Civil Engineer salary in the UK?+
Civil Engineer salaries in the UK typically range from £28,000 for entry-level or regional roles to £55,000+ for experienced professionals on major infrastructure or commercial projects, with day-rate contract work often paying more.
Do I need a CSCS card to work as a Civil Engineer?+
Most UK construction sites require a valid CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card before you can go on site, regardless of role. Some positions also expect a relevant trade qualification, SMSTS/SSSTS, or CPCS ticket depending on the work involved.