Principal Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative multidisciplinary consultancy in London is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in drainage and non-infrastructure design, and will lead a team while managing exciting projects. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, maintaining stakeholder relations, and ensuring high standards in work quality. A UK Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and Chartered status are essential. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including flexible working and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Flexible working

Life Insurance Scheme

Dedication to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Qualifications

• UK Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or a cognate discipline.
• Chartered Status with a recognised Professional Body (e.g., ICE).
• Extensive experience working in a design capacity within a UK consultancy.
• Demonstrable experience in water-based non-infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in producing detailed drainage and civil engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver a diverse array of projects and developments.
• Lead a newly-established team of Civil Engineering professionals.
• Manage budgeting, resourcing, scheduling, and delivery of projects.
• Establish professional relations with clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit technical documents such as reports and calculations.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of drainage and non-infrastructure design

Project management

Software skills including Revit and AutoCAD

Team leadership

Client and stakeholder relations management

Outstanding organisation skills

Communication skills

Education

UK Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Chartered Status with a recognised Professional Body

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer

Ref. No.: CJD1312I25

Location: London

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join my client, an innovative, eco‑conscious Multidisciplinary Consultancy, currently in the process of building an industry‑leading team of design professionals in the Water and wider Civil Engineering sectors. They are actively seeking a passionate, skilled Principal Civil Engineer with extensive knowledge of drainage and non‑infrastructure design who is willing to manage and successfully deliver a range of challenging projects. You will have a hand in establishing and leading a determined team of design engineers, based in the exciting, multicultural Capital City of London.

Benefits for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Employee Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexible working
• Life Insurance Scheme
• Dedication to your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Opportunities to deliver upon a wide range of engineering projects across the locality
• Actively contributing to the development of the company

Responsibilities for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include:

• Overseeing and delivering a diverse array of exciting projects and developments
• Leading a newly‑established team of Civil Engineering professionals, mentoring them throughout their Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Overseeing a variety of aspects of design projects, including budgeting, resourcing, scheduling, and successful delivery/implementation
• Managing a range of infrastructure and non‑infrastructure design projects
• Establishing important professional relations with clients and other stakeholders
• Preparing, checking, and submitting technical documents such as reports, drawings, calculations, risk assessments, etc.
• Enforcing company policies, procedures, ensuring all colleagues adhere to best practice
• Upholding the appropriate health and safety standards at all times
• Contributing to the company's business development strategies, acting as a trusted company representative

Required skills and experience for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include:

• A UK Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or a cognate discipline
• Chartered Status with a recognised Professional Body (e.g., ICE)
• Extensive experience of working in a design capacity, within a UK consultancy
• Demonstrable experience of working with water‑based non‑infrastructure projects (such as reservoirs, pumping stations, etc.)
• Experience of producing detailed drainage and civil engineering design
• Proficient software skills with packages including Revit, AutoCAD, etc.
• Considerable experience of writing, checking, and amending reports for submission
• Prior experience of managing relevant projects and people
• Experience of managing client and stakeholder relations
• Outstanding organisation, time management, team leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence

Desirable skills and experience for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include:

• A UK Master's Degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline
• Experience of authoring Flood Risk Assessments
• Experience of Sustainable Drainage Design (SuDS)
• Experience of working in a public‑facing role

If you are interested in the role of Principal Civil Engineer, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.