Principal Civil Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks an experienced Principal Highways Design Engineer to manage design processes for key projects. The position offers flexible working, profit sharing, and a supportive culture with opportunities for career growth. Successful candidates will have a proven background in highways design, budget management, and effective stakeholder communication.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan, including dental and optical

Flexible working initiatives

Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc)

Subsidised social activities

Annual and on-the-spot bonuses

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in highways design.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong communication skills for client and stakeholder interactions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the design process for various projects.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring financial accountability.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Budget Management

Stakeholder Management

Design Compliance

Job description

Job Description

We are on the hunt for an experienced Principal Highways Design Engineer to join our client's new team in Cheshire. In this key role, you will oversee and manage the design process for a range of projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality designs that meet budgetary and client requirements.

Whats on offer:

• Competitive Salary, dependent on experience
• Profit Share Bonus
• Annual and on-the-spot bonuses
• Healthcare cash plan, including dental and optical
• Flexible working initiatives
• Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc)
• Subsidised social activities

The role:

• Ensure designs are delivered within programme and within the budget provided;
• Manage resource allocations to ensure team members are fully utilised on the highest priority tasks;
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial accountability, and monitor and track project expenditures against said budget;
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and other project partners;
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle;
• Ensure that all designs are prepared in accordance with MCHW, DMRB and/or local design guidance, and that the requirements of all relevant Authorities and...