Civic

Civic

Public civil and structural engineering design

Overview

What Civic Engineers does: Civic Engineers designs sustainable civil and structural structures and public spaces, providing services across movement, highways, flood risk management, drainage, SuDS and earthworks for public sector clients, private developers, and educational institutions. How its products work: by integrating multiple engineering disciplines into comprehensive, project-based solutions, combining creative design with efficient project management to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing outcomes that meet client needs and promote long-term resilience. How it differs from competitors: it emphasizes environmental impact, long-term sustainability, and community benefits through award-winning projects and a multidisciplinary approach that delivers cohesive solutions rather than siloed work. What its goal is: to create infrastructure and public spaces that improve quality of life for communities while reducing environmental impact and increasing resilience.

About Civic

Simplify's Rating
Why Civic is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Government & Public Sector

Design

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

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Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Manchester, United Kingdom

Founded

2013

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Civic reported 150-plus staff across Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, London, and Dublin in 2025.
  • Rob Harris joined as director of building services and sustainability on 10 February 2025.
  • The 2026 BCI shortlist and 2026 BCO winners list show strong sector visibility.

What critics are saying

  • Integration risk rises after three acquisitions in months, stretching leadership and systems through 2026.
  • Watt Energy handles major schemes like Littlewoods, Leeds City Village, and Trafford Wharf; project slippage hurts credibility.
  • If acquisition-led growth stalls, Civic loses deal momentum and regional expansion narrative by 2026.

What makes Civic unique

  • Civic Engineers pairs civil, structural, and building-services design across one expanding Civic platform.
  • Its 2024-2026 acquisitions added New Practice, Watt Energy, and Quattro for integrated delivery.
  • The firm owns a sustainability brand around urban mining, flood risk, SuDS, and public realm.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Sabbatical Leave

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Commuter Benefits

Childcare Support

Mentorship Program

Professional Development Budget

Company News

Financial News
Nov 13th, 2024
Civic Engineers Bolsters Expertise with New Acquisition

Civic Engineers expands by acquiring Watt Energy & Consulting Engineers in Manchester.

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