Principal Civil Engineer

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary engineering firm in London is seeking a dynamic Principal Civil Engineer to take charge of a mix of exciting UK projects, including private developments and urban regeneration schemes. This role involves leading civil-focused projects, working closely with structural teams, and bringing a strong capability in AutoCAD, Civils 3D, PDS, and Windes. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of UK civil engineering experience and confident communication skills. A generous benefits package and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• At least six years of UK civil engineering experience required.
• Proven track record delivering similar project types.
• Confident communication skills and ability to drive quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil-focused projects from conception to completion.
• Conduct flood risk assessments and develop SuDS strategies.
• Design drainage systems, handle earthworks, and manage highways packages.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

PDS

Windes

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer

London

£65k-£75k plus benefits

Conrad Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a leading multidisciplinary engineering practice that is looking for a dynamic Principal Civil Engineer to join their London office.

This is a chance to take ownership of an exciting mix of UK-based projects, from private residential developments and new-build housing estates to education, commercial, industrial and large-scale urban regeneration schemes. You'll lead civil-focused projects while also collaborating closely with structural teams to deliver fully integrated design solutions.

Your work will span everything from flood risk assessments and SuDS strategies to detailed drainage design, earthworks, highways packages (S278/S106), public realm enhancements and hard landscaping. You'll bring strong capability in AutoCAD, Civils 3D, PDS and Windes, applying your technical insight to help shape well-designed, sustainable and buildable environments.

To thrive in this role, you'll bring at least six years of UK civil engineering experience, a proven track record delivering similar project types, confident communication skills and the ability to drive quality, coordination and timely delivery.

A generous benefits package and flexible working arrangements are available.

To be considered, please send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting