Principal Civil Engineer

Matchtech; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving design consultancy in Hampshire is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead civil infrastructure design for major developments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil engineering, particularly in drainage and highways. This role offers a chance to mentor junior staff and shape team growth with benefits including 26 days of holiday and flexible working options.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension and healthcare benefits

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering with a strong focus on infrastructure.
• Strong technical background in drainage, highways, and infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of civil infrastructure design on major developments.
• Overseeing drainage, highways, and earthworks design using Civil 3D.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers.

Skills

Civil engineering

Infrastructure design

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

Job description

Our client, a thriving and collaborative design consultancy, is currently seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join their team in Hampshire. This opportunity is ideal for a hands‑on engineer with a passion for technical delivery, leading design projects, and mentoring within the development infrastructure sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of civil infrastructure design on major residential, commercial, and mixed‑use developments
• Overseeing drainage, highways, and earthworks design using Civil 3D
• Managing projects, budgets, and client relationships
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers and technicians

Job Requirements

• Experience in civil engineering with a strong focus on infrastructure
• Strong technical background in drainage, highways, and infrastructure
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and MicroDrainage or similar
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification

Benefits

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension and healthcare benefits
• Flexible working options
• Opportunity to help shape and grow the team

If you are an experienced Civil Engineer ready to step into a Principal role and contribute to a dynamic regional office, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s team.