Principal Project Engineer - Civil & Structural

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead energy infrastructure projects in Manchester. This role involves managing teams, ensuring project delivery, and mentoring junior engineers. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure in the UK.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme (including gym membership)

Flexible/hybrid working

Family friendly policies

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with experience in infrastructure design.
• Background in managing multidisciplinary teams and project delivery.
• UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural design delivery across energy projects.
• Manage project resources, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Project Management

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE)

Relevant engineering qualification (degree, HNC or HND)

Job description

Are you ready to lead the future of energy infrastructure?

As our Civil and Structural team continues to grow at the heart of BakerHicks’ power division, we’re looking for an ambitious Principal Engineer to help deliver large-scale, high-impact projects in the power sector.

Whether you’re leading a major programme or several smaller schemes, this is your opportunity to make a real impact—technically, commercially, and as a mentor to the next of engineers.

Why join us?

Shape the UK's energy infrastructure across grid upgrades, renewable developments, and power facilities—from concept to construction

Take full ownership of projects through the complete lifecycle

Guide and develop a team of graduate engineers and technicians

Collaborate with a supportive leadership group invested in your progression

Work on a varied and active portfolio—you won’t get bored

What we’re looking for

Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE)

Background in infrastructure design and project delivery, ideally in the power sector

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing delivery against budget, schedule, and quality standards

Skilled communicator, confident engaging with clients and internal teams

Passion for mentoring junior staff

UK driving licence and relevant engineering qualification (degree, HNC or HND)

Your impact

Lead civil and structural design delivery across a range of energy projects

Manage project resources, schedules, and budgets

Ensure compliance with technical standards and business systems

Help shape the future capability and culture of our C&S Power team

At BakerHicks Manchester, you’ll find the perfect balance: the backing of a leading consultancy, with the agility and camaraderie of a close-knit regional team.

Ready to lead the charge? Apply now and power up your career.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

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About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see:

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Benefits

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)

Flexible/hybrid working

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting and throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

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