Civil Engineer – Sustainability Pathway (Highways & Infrastructure)

Civil Engineer – Sustainability Pathway (Highways & Infrastructure)

£30–45K Hybrid Northamptonshire / M1 / M11 / M6 Corridor

Overview

This role is ideal for a Civil Engineer with experience on National Highways or major infrastructure projects who wants to build a career in sustainability. You’ll use your engineering background to help projects reduce carbon, improve materials choices and adopt more environmentally responsible construction practices — with full training provided.

If you enjoy problem‑solving, working with design and delivery teams, and want to be part of the industry’s shift towards Net Zero, this role offers a clear development pathway into sustainability.

“This role is designed for a Civil Engineer… who wants to diversify into sustainability.”

Key Responsibilities

• Work with design, commercial and delivery teams to gather project information and materials data

• Support early‑stage design reviews to identify opportunities for lower‑carbon solutions

• Assist with preparing sustainability inputs for tenders and project documentation

• Help track project materials, quantities and construction methods to support carbon‑reduction planning

• Contribute to simple project reports and summaries relating to sustainability performance

• Liaise with supply chain partners to improve the quality of environmental and materials information

• Promote practical, achievable sustainability improvements on site and in design meetings

• Stay informed on National Highways guidance and emerging best practice

• Support project‑wide sustainability initiatives and case studies

“Act as a Sustainability Champion, influencing site teams to adopt greener practices.”

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

• Experience working on National Highways or major civils projects

• Practical understanding of materials, drawings, construction processes or project delivery

• Interest in sustainability, carbon reduction and modern construction methods

• Confident analysing information and communicating findings clearly

• Competent with Microsoft Office and basic PDF editing tools (Adobe / Bluebeam)

Desirable (Training Provided)

• Awareness of carbon‑reduction principles in construction

• Understanding of how materials and design choices affect environmental outcomes

• Curiosity to challenge traditional methods and propose practical alternatives

Why This Role Is Ideal for a Civil Engineer Transitioning Into Sustainability

• You’ll apply your engineering knowledge directly to environmental improvement

• You’ll receive structured training in carbon reduction, sustainable materials and modern construction practices

• You’ll gain exposure to industry‑leading sustainability tools and frameworks

• You’ll work on major infrastructure projects where your input genuinely shapes outcomes

“You’ll work across major UK infrastructure projects, helping to embed Net Zero principles…”

What You’ll Get

• £30,000–£45,000 depending on experience

• 26 days annual leave (pro‑rata for contract length)

• Pension

• Excellent benefits package

• A collaborative, innovation‑led culture

• Clear development pathways supported by a bespoke training plan

Pay: £30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car

• Company events

• Company pension

• Discounted or free food

• Life insurance

• On-site parking

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Northampton NN1 4EU