Principal/Associate Civil Engineer

Pertemps; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Principal/Associate Civil Engineer to lead their new office in Portsmouth. The role offers genuine autonomy and influence, overseeing civil engineering design, mentoring juniors, and supporting business development. The ideal candidate will have a strong UK consultancy background and solid technical skills. This is a unique opportunity to build and grow a team while progressing to an Associate/Director level in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Genuine autonomy & influence

Clear progression to Associate/Director level

Opportunity to build and grow a team

Qualifications

• Strong UK consultancy background.
• Solid technical skillset in civil engineering.
• Experience managing projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior technical lead for the new office.
• Delivery of civil engineering design across various sectors.
• Mentor juniors and support business development.

Skills

Strong UK consultancy background

Civils 3D

AutoCAD

Flow/MicroDrainage

Job description

Principal/Associate Civil Engineer

£52,000 - £60,000

Portsmouth

A leading infrastructure consultancy is opening a brand-new office in Portsmouth, and they’re looking for a Principal/Associate Civil Engineer to take the lead.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior position with autonomy and influence, and to shape a new regional presence from day one. Perfect for someone confident in delivering and managing civil engineering design who’s ready for the next big step.

The Role

You’ll act as the senior technical lead for the new office, handling:

• Delivery of civil engineering design across drainage, highways & infrastructure
• S104, S106, S38, S278 work
• Overseeing quality, project delivery and client management
• Mentoring juniors as the office grows
• Supporting business development and helping shape the new team

What You’ll Need

• Strong UK consultancy background
• Solid technical skillset (Civils 3D, AutoCAD, Flow/MicroDrainage)
• Comfortable running projects independently
• Confident in dealing with clients and leading design delivery
• Ability to operate as a key senior figure in a but growing office

What’s On Offer

• £52,000 – £60,000 salary
• Genuine autonomy & influence
• Support from established regional offices
• Clear progression to Associate/Director level
• Opportunity to build and grow a team

If you want real responsibility, strong backing, and the chance to build something from the ground up, this is a standout opportunity.