Principal Civil Engineer

Calibre Search; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer for its Manchester office. This role offers a competitive salary and car allowance, along with various benefits. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of consultancy experience, chartered status, and proficiency in essential engineering software. You will lead projects, mentor team members, and ensure quality delivery of civil engineering solutions.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Pension scheme

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 8 years of experience in a consultancy.
• Experience in Power or Industrial sectors preferred.
• Ability to mentor engineers and oversee project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering projects and support team development.
• Ensure project delivery within budget and schedule.
• Act as a technical authority across UK offices.

Skills

Proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D

Proficient in Microdrainage

Proficient in AutoCAD

Understanding of earthworks

Understanding of drainage design

Understanding of pavement design

Understanding of underground services

Leadership

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng, MICE, MIStructE)

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer for our Manchester office in Salford Quays. The role offers a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 plus car allowance and benefits. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in a consultancy, preferably in Power or Industrial sectors, and be chartered (CEng, MICE, MIStructE).

The successful candidate will lead civil engineering projects, support team development, and act as a technical authority across UK offices. Responsibilities include overseeing design projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring delivery within budget and schedule. Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, Microdrainage, AutoCAD, and a solid understanding of earthworks, drainage, pavement design, and underground services are required.

Benefits include a company car or cash allowance, pension scheme, life assurance, 25 days annual leave, flexible working, and professional development opportunities. We promote equality and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.