Hybrid Principal Civil Engineer — High-Impact Infrastructure

Penguin Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & flexible working

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead highways, drainage and infrastructure design for major development projects. The role requires technical leadership, mentorship of engineers and delivery from concept to approval within a UK consultancy environment.

Based in Bristol with hybrid and flexible working options, the successful candidate will manage S38/S278/S104/S98 submissions, ensure compliance with CDM and UK design standards, and contribute to ongoing project

Qualifications

• HND, HNC or degree qualified in Civil Engineering.
• Extensive UK consultancy experience in development infrastructure.
• Strong AutoCAD and MicroDrainage or InfoDrainage capability.
• Chartered or actively working toward professional accreditation.
• Confident leader with strong communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of highways, drainage and infrastructure design
• Oversee S38, S278, S104 and S98 submissions through to approval
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and technicians
• Review designs, calculations and reports to ensure quality and compliance
• Support multidisciplinary coordination and client engagement
• Contribute to project strategy, programme and risk management
• Support business growth through technical input and senior-level collaboration

Job description

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead highways, drainage and infrastructure design for major development projects. The role requires technical leadership, mentorship of engineers and delivery from concept to approval within a UK consultancy environment.

Based in Bristol with hybrid and flexible working options, the successful candidate will manage S38/S278/S104/S98 submissions, ensure compliance with CDM and UK design standards, and contribute to ongoing project