Principal Civil Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Highways Design Engineer to manage and oversee highway design projects. In this role, you will ensure timely delivery, manage budgets, and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders - ensuring designs meet all regulatory standards. A competitive salary and additional benefits are on offer.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan, including dental and optical

Flexible working initiatives

Paid membership to a professional institution

Profit Share Bonus

Subsidised social activities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in highways design engineering.
• Ability to manage project budgets and resources effectively.
• Familiarity with MCHW, DMRB standards and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the design process for various projects.
• Ensure designs meet budgetary and client requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Design Compliance

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 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.