Lead Civil Design Engineer

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Reading; Remote; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead and mentor teams in delivering innovative wastewater network solutions. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000 and excellent benefits, including career development opportunities. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Civil Engineer with proven experience in wastewater design, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. Join us to make a real impact on communities and water infrastructure across the UK.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Career development opportunities

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil Engineer with ICE or equivalent.
• Experience in designing wastewater networks.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of wastewater network solutions.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams.
• Mentor engineers and shape the future of civil engineering.

Skills

Chartered status (ICE or equivalent)

Proven experience in wastewater network design

Strong communication and organisational skills

Collaborative mindset

Proficiency in relevant software and design standards

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer – Wastewater Networks | UK locations

Location: Multiple locations across the UK
Salary: up to £65,000 + 25 days holiday + bank holidays + excellent benefits + career development opportunities

Ever wanted to lead projects that protect communities and leave a lasting legacy? Ready to take your civil engineering career to Principal level while driving real‑world impact?

Our client, a top‑tier consultancy, is delivering strategic wastewater infrastructure across the UK— and they’re looking for a Principal Civil Engineer to lead, mentor, and innovate.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and delivery of wastewater network solutions
• Provide technical guidance to project teams and partners
• Review and approve reports, drawings, and specifications
• Collaborate with clients to ensure project success
• Mentor engineers and shape the future of your discipline
• Drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Who You Are

You’re a seasoned civil engineer who thrives on responsibility and impact. You bring:

• Chartered status (ICE or equivalent)
• Proven experience in wastewater network design
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring others
• Proficiency in relevant software and design standards

About the Company

Our client is a leading consultancy delivering sustainable water infrastructure with a focus on innovation and community impact. Here, your work doesn’t just deliver projects — it shapes the future of water networks across the UK.

Ready to Lead?

Do you want to mentor the next generation of engineers, drive innovation, and deliver projects that matter? Click “Apply Now” or email [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Lead. Mentor. Innovate. Build wastewater networks that protect communities for generations.

Similar job titles: Principal Civil Engineer – Water / Wastewater, Lead Civil Engineer – Water Industry, Senior Civil Engineer – Water, Civil Design Lead – Water Projects, Principal Engineer (Civil‑ Water Infrastructure, Principal Design Engineer – Civil (Water Sector), Principal Civil Design Engineer – Utilities

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation