Principal Civil Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead impactful infrastructure projects in Bristol. This role offers a flexible hybrid working setup and a collaborative culture that values your ideas. You will be responsible for managing drainage, highways, and utility designs, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with various teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a proactive mindset and proven experience in civil infrastructure design to make a significant impact in a fast-growing consultancy with clear career progression paths.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil infrastructure design within the UK.
• Solid understanding of planning processes and technical approvals.

Responsibilities

• Leading infrastructure design and managing project delivery.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and local authorities.
• Mentoring junior engineers and building client relationships.

Skills

Civil Infrastructure Design

Project Delivery

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Education

Chartered Engineer Status

Job description

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Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment

Location:

bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

?️ Principal Civil Engineer | Bristol

? Hybrid working available | Office based in Bristol

We’re looking for a talented Principal Civil Engineer who’s ready to take the lead on exciting infrastructure projects in the South West.

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing consultancy where your leadership and technical skills will drive the design and delivery of impactful developments, from concept through to construction.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading infrastructure design and taking full responsibility for project delivery

• Managing drainage, highways, and utility design for residential and commercial developments

• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and local authorities

• Mentoring junior engineers and shaping the future of the team

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in civil infrastructure design within the UK

• Confident leadership with a proactive, solution-focused mindset

• Chartered status (or working towards it) with a relevant professional body

• Solid understanding of planning processes and technical approvals (Section 38, 104, 278, SuDS)

What You’ll Get

• A flexible hybrid working setup based out of Bristol

• A collaborative, people-first culture where your ideas are valued

• The chance to work on high-impact regional projects with a clear path for career progression

? If this sounds like your next move, we’d love to hear from you. Or tag someone in your network who’d be perfect for the role.