Job Role Sponsorship Guide
Civil Engineer: UK Skilled Worker Sponsorship
SOC Code: 2121Salary: £38,700 – £62,000Engineering / Construction
Eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship
Eligible under Skilled Worker route at the £38,700 general threshold or SOC 2121 going rate.
What you must verify for this role
1
Confirm going rate for SOC 2121 in your region
2
Employer must hold a Worker licence — not all engineering consultancies do
3
Professional registration (CEng/IEng) is often expected by employers, not a visa requirement
4
Check employer's project pipeline on Companies House — dormant firms cannot sponsor
Where this role is commonly sponsored
Verify the employer's sponsor licence status before signing any contract.
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