Principal Civil Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Highways Design Engineer to lead design processes in Cheshire. This key role focuses on delivering high-quality designs on time and on budget, while managing client relationships and project expectations. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and an in-depth understanding of highways design standards.

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 (CIHT, ICE, etc)

Subsidised social activities

Qualifications

• Experience in Highways Design Engineering is essential.
• Ability to manage budgets and client expectations.
• Understanding of MCHW, DMRB, and local design guidance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the design process for various projects.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality designs within budget.
• Act as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Budget Management

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...