Principal Civil Engineer

Stantec; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer at Associate level in Cardiff. This role involves leading project delivery for civil engineering projects, including drainage and highway design. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, chartered or associate membership of the ICE, and significant experience in civil engineering design. Offering a collaborative culture, flexible working, and many opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for someone ambitious looking to make a difference.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in civil engineering design associated with building developments.
• Strong understanding of SAB Legislation and a proven track record in managing projects through the SAB Process.
• Self-motivated team player with good people skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project delivery on a range of Civil Engineering projects.
• Coordinate design teams and attend DTMs and workshops.
• Contribute to technical standards and innovation.
• Manage the development of Civil engineering design packages.

Skills

Civil engineering design

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Technical design

AutoCAD

Education

MEng or BEng in civil engineering

Chartered membership/ Associate membership of the ICE

Tools

AutoCAD

InfoDrainage

Civil3D

Collaborative model platforms

NBS Chorus

Job description

Are you a Civil Engineer with experience in the buildings sector? Do you have a passion for delivering projects for a variety of clients? Then come and join us at Stantec! We are looking for an experienced Civil Engineer at Associate level at our office in Cardiff. As a highly experienced Civil engineering designer, you will lead the project delivery on a range of Civil Engineering projects, taking responsibility for all aspects of project delivery from resourcing, technical QA and client management.

Responsibilities

• Aspects of project delivery
• Design team coordination / attendance at DTMs and workshops
• Contributing to technical standards and innovation
• Project QA
• Manage the development of Civil engineering design packages including:
• Surface and Foul Water Drainage design, including SAB Compliance and management of connection agreements
• Levels and cut and fill design
• Highways and externals design

Qualifications

• MEng or BEng in civil engineering.
• Chartered membership/ Associate membership of the ICE OR working towards Chartership.
• Significant experience in civil engineering design associated with building developments.
• Strong understanding of SAB Legislation and a proven track record in managing projects through the SAB Process.
• Self‑motivated team player with good people skills.
• Strong communication, analysis, technical design and drawing skills.
• Experience using AutoCAD, InfoDrainage, Civil3D, Collaborative model platforms, NBS Chorus.
• Someone ambitious, who believes in our values and wishes to be part of Stantec and our success.

Benefits

We offer a collaborative, people‑first culture that supports your professional growth, wellbeing, and career aspirations. You'll work alongside some of the industry's most talented professionals on projects that make a difference. Plus, we offer flexible working, a competitive benefits package, and plenty of opportunities to advance.