Principal Civil Engineer

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead and oversee a range of civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive UK design consultancy experience, particularly in residential projects, and strong client liaison skills. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible holiday allowance, a pension scheme, and the opportunity to significantly impact the growth of the Bristol office while working on technically interesting projects. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Hybrid working

Involvement in interesting projects

Autonomy in project management

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in residential projects.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively.
• Experience with relevant Section Agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee a range of civil engineering projects.
• Mentor and grow the civil engineering team.
• Ensure quality design and delivery of projects.

Skills

Extensive UK design consultancy experience

Strong client liaison skills

Proven experience with Section Agreements

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Hands‑on approach in design delivery

Mentoring and line-management experience

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

WinDes

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer – Bristol

I'm working exclusively with a highly regarded, award-winning civil and structural engineering consultancy that is expanding its Bristol office. With decades of experience delivering technically excellent and buildable solutions across multiple sectors, my client is known for its collaborative culture, innovation, and focus on quality.

The role

You’ll lead and oversee a range of civil engineering projects, from residential schemes to complex infrastructure, ensuring quality design and delivery. In addition, you’ll play a key part in growing and mentoring the civil engineering team, working closely with senior leadership to shape the future of the Bristol office.

What my client is looking for

• Extensive UK design consultancy experience, particularly in Residential projects
• Strong client liaison skills with commercial awareness
• Proven experience with Section Agreements (S278, S38, S185, S104)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, WinDes or equivalent software
• Hands‑on approach with a desire to stay engaged in design and project delivery
• Experience or willingness to mentor and line‑manage a growing civils team
• Excellent organisational, communication, and presentation skills

What's on offer

• Competitive salary
• Flexible holiday allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Hybrid working
• Involvement in technically interesting and challenging projects
• Autonomy to lead and shape your own projects
• Opportunity to be part of a new growth journey in the Bristol office
• Excellent long‑term career progression

This role is perfect for a Principal Civil Engineer looking to make a real impact, build a high‑performing team, and leave a lasting mark on a respected and expanding consultancy.

Apply now or you can contact Roberto Sartori on #removed#.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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