Principal Civil Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Crawley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm seeks a Principal Highways Design Engineer to manage and oversee design processes for numerous projects in Cheshire. The role requires effective communication with clients, budget management, and adherence to design standards. Attractive salary with profit-sharing, bonuses, and supportive work conditions are on offer, making it a prime opportunity for experienced professionals.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, dependent on experience

Profit Share Bonus

Annual and on-the-spot bonuses

Healthcare cash plan, including dental and optical

Flexible working initiatives

Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc)

Subsidised social activities

Qualifications

• Experienced principal design engineer with expertise in highway projects.
• Proficient in MCHW and DMRB requirements.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the design process for various projects.
• Ensure timely delivery of designs meeting budget and client needs.
• Act as primary contact for clients and manage stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Project Management

Design Process Oversight

Client Communication

Budget Management

Job description

Job Description

We are on the hunt for an experienced Principal Highways Design Engineer to join our client's new team in Cheshire. In this key role, you will oversee and manage the design process for a range of projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality designs that meet budgetary and client requirements.

What's on offer:

• Competitive Salary, dependent on experience
• Profit Share Bonus
• Annual and on-the-spot bonuses
• Healthcare cash plan, including dental and optical
• Flexible working initiatives
• Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc)
• Subsidised social activities

The role:

• Ensure designs are delivered within programme and within the budget provided;
• Manage resource allocations to ensure team members are fully utilised on the highest priority tasks;
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial accountability, and monitor and track project expenditures against said budget;
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and other project partners;
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle;
• Ensure that all designs are prepared in accordance with MCHW, DMRB and/or local design guidance, and that the requirements of all relevant Authorities are met.