Principal Civil Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Principal Highways Design Engineer to join their new team in Cheshire. In this vital role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design process for various projects, ensuring high-quality delivery within budget and timelines. The company offers a competitive salary with various benefits, including a profit share bonus, healthcare cash plan, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

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

Subsidised social activities

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing design processes in highway engineering.
• Proficient in budget management and project resource allocations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design process and manage resource allocations.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring effective cost control.
• Act as primary contact for clients and stakeholders throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Design compliance

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking 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 the timely delivery of high-quality designs that meet budgetary and client requirements.

What's 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 are met.