Principal Civil Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; East Hagbourne; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary design consultancy is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join their team. The role involves developing innovative design solutions and preparing technical drawings for land development projects. Candidates should have a BEng in Civil Engineering with experience in drainage design and a collaborative spirit.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of proven experience in land development.
• Familiarity with S38/S278 and S104 submissions.
• Experience in highway and drainage design for residential projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative design solutions for land development challenges.
• Prepare technical submission drawings.
• Collaborate on projects for sustainable developments.

Skills

2D CAD

3D modelling software

Microdrainage

AutoCAD

Design standards knowledge

Education

BEng Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk CAD

Civils 3D

Site 3D

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 + package (Fully remote available)

Our client is an award-winning multidisciplinary design consultancy seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to join our growing team in Oxfordshire. We are dedicated to delivering sustainable developments throughout the UK.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with a talent for thinking outside the box, who enjoys a collaborative approach to developing pragmatic and innovative design solutions for the technical and environmental challenges of land development.

Ideally, you will have 3-5 years of proven experience in land development, good 2D CAD skills, and experience in preparing General Arrangement plans and construction details. Familiarity with developing 3D skills and the following software is preferred:

• Autodesk CAD – Essential
• Civils 3D design – Preferable
• Site 3D – Preferable
• Infodrainage / Microdrainage - Essential

You should have a proven track record of preparing technical submission drawings for S38/S278 and S104 submissions.

Your key areas of knowledge and expertise:

• BEng Civil Engineering degree
• Experience in consultancy/private sector development, particularly in residential projects
• Experience in highway and drainage design for private and adoptable works
• Proficiency in producing technical drawings for tender and construction purposes
• Numerate with knowledge of 3D modelling software, Microdrainage, and AutoCAD

Ideally, you will have experience with legal, planning, and technical procedures for highway and drainage design, including Section 38/278 and Section 104 agreements, and familiarity with design standards such as Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design guides, the SuDS Manual, and DCG.

We value individuals passionate about creating sustainable developments. Collaboration, integrity, and open communication are central to our approach. Join us in our mission to do the right thing and provide honest advice for the betterment of our communities.