Principal Civil Engineer

First People Solutions; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible working

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

First People Solutions is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer in Manchester to lead major civil projects and guide design teams across a range of sectors. You will set technical direction, manage resources, and ensure delivery to cost, programme and quality targets.

The role offers hybrid/flexible working, exposure to projects in nuclear, defence, rail, highways and life sciences, and opportunities for professional development within a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil Engineer with a degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Proven track record of delivering projects and leading design teams
• Strong knowledge of current civil design codes and standards
• Experience across drainage, earthworks, highways and external works

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering project teams and oversee multiple smaller teams
• Provide technical direction and ensure designs meet required standards
• Work across disciplines including earthworks, drainage, highways and external works
• Ensure compliance with CDM, health & safety and internal quality procedures
• Collaborate with clients, project managers and other disciplines to deliver projects
• Support business improvements and implement changes across projects

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Chartered Civil Engineer

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer

Manchester

First People Solutions is currently working with a multidisciplinary consulting engineer that is looking to strengthen its team with an experienced Principal Civil Engineer.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer who is looking to take a leading role on major projects, provide technical direction and lead project teams across a variety of sectors.

The Role

As a Principal Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading larger civil engineering project teams or overseeing multiple smaller teams, ensuring projects are delivered to the required cost, programme and quality standards.

You'll have the opportunity to work on major projects across a range of sectors including Nuclear, Defence, Rail, Highways, Life Sciences and the Public Sector, working alongside multidisciplinary teams on technically challenging projects.

The role will involve:

• Leading and managing civil engineering project teams
• Providing technical direction and ensuring designs meet the required standards
• Working across a broad range of civil engineering disciplines including earthworks, drainage, highways and external works
• Ensuring compliance with CDM, health & safety and internal quality procedures
• Working closely with clients, project managers and other disciplines to ensure successful project delivery
• Supporting business improvements and implementing changes across projects

What Are They Looking For?

• Chartered Civil Engineer with a degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Strong, well-rounded civil engineering experience
• Good knowledge of current civil design codes and standards
• Experience leading projects and design teams
• Experience across areas such as drainage, earthworks, highways, external works, foundations and site development
• A proven track record of delivering projects successfully and maintaining strong client relationships
• Experience working within technical assurance and quality processes
• Strong communication and leadership skills

What's On Offer?

This is a great opportunity to take a leading role on major, high-profile projects, working alongside experienced engineers and a wider multidisciplinary team.

You'll have plenty of variety in your work, exposure to different sectors and projects, and genuine opportunities for professional development and progression.

The role also offers hybrid/flexible working, a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Equal Opportunities

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age