Principal Civil Engineer

Robert West; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Robert West Consulting seeks a Principal Civil Engineer to lead marine projects in London. You will drive delivery from tender to detailed design, acting as primary client contact and shaping technical and commercial outcomes.

We value Chartered Engineers with a proven UK track record, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to mentoring a team within a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• BEng/MEng (Hons) in Civil or Structural Engineering with Chartered Engineer status.
• Extensive experience designing and assessing marine structures.
• Proven track record leading UK marine projects across the full lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead marine infrastructure projects from tender through detailed design.
• Serve as main client contact ensuring satisfaction and quality delivery.
• Collaborate with directors to secure new business opportunities.
• Provide technical leadership and make key design decisions.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive team performance.

Skills

Marine structures

Leadership

Project management

Client communication

Geotechnical understanding

Decision making

Team mentoring

CDM knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Civil engineering

Education

BEng/MEng (Hons) in Civil/Structural Eng

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Are you a visionary engineer ready to lead groundbreaking marine projects? We are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join our expert marine team in London. This is your opportunity to lead high-profile projects, influence strategic decisions, and drive the success of our marine engineering team.

We are recruiting for one position within our marine team, advertised at both Senior and Principal level. The appointment will reflect the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications. We welcome applications from engineers who are Chartered or working towards chartership.

What You’ll Do

As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will take charge of marine projects, ensuring their successful delivery from start to finish. Your responsibilities will include:

Project Leadership: Lead marine infrastructure projects from tender through to detailed design, overseeing technical and commercial aspects.

Client-Focused: Serve as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring their satisfaction through clear communication and high-quality project delivery.

Business Development: Collaborate with directors to secure new business opportunities and cultivate long-term client relationships, contributing to the growth of our marine engineering division.

Technical Excellence: Provide technical leadership and make key decisions in the design and assessment of marine structures such as jetties, quays, wharves, and cofferdams.

What You Bring

We are looking for a driven and highly skilled engineer who can take a leadership role in a dynamic team.

Qualifications: BEng/MEng (Hons) in Civil or Structural Engineering, with professional certification (Chartered Engineer status).

Marine Structures Expertise: Extensive experience in the design and assessment of marine structures, with a solid understanding of the unique challenges of working in marine environments.

Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in leading marine projects in the UK, with experience in managing all phases of the project lifecycle.

Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with CDM regulations, Quality Management Systems and consents and licencing processes in the UK.

Geotechnical Understanding: A solid grasp of the geotechnical principles applicable to marine structures.

Decisive Leadership: A proven ability to make sound engineering decisions quickly, while leading and mentoring a team to deliver high-quality results.

Technical Proficiency: Strong technical background in civil engineering with a proactive approach to project responsibility.

Client-Oriented: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to manage client relationships and ensure satisfaction.

Leadership: Strong project management and team leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor junior engineers.

Communication & Collaboration: Strong project leadership skills and the ability to inspire teams to deliver excellence.

Why Join Us?

We’re a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy, offering the perfect blend of challenge, opportunity, and support.

Competitive Package: Competitive salary, plus an excellent benefits package.

Flexibility: Hybrid working, with the opportunity to work from anywhere, up to 45 days per year.

Exciting Projects: Be part of high-profile marine projects, working with a talented and collaborative team.

Professional Growth: Access to development opportunities to enhance both technical and leadership skills.

Join a team where innovation, collaboration, and personal development are at the heart of what we do.

Robert West Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.