Lead Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater

Penguin Recruitment; Leyfields; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Leyfields is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead civil design projects in the water sector. In this pivotal role, you will guide a talented team, ensure compliance with industry standards, and contribute to sustainable water infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will have 8 years of experience, a BEng/MEng, and will be proficient in relevant design tools. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus

Employer pension contribution

Life insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional membership support

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• 8 Years' experience in the UK water sector.
• Strong understanding of UK design codes and water industry standards.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design and delivery of wastewater projects.
• Produce and review technical reports and specifications.
• Conduct site visits and provide support during construction.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Design tools proficiency (Tekla, TEDDS, etc.)

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

Tekla

TEDDS

STAAD

AutoCAD

Job description

A respected engineering consultancy in Leyfields is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead civil design projects in the water sector. In this pivotal role, you will guide a talented team, ensure compliance with industry standards, and contribute to sustainable water infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will have 8 years of experience, a BEng/MEng, and will be proficient in relevant design tools. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits and flexible working arrangements.