Principal Civil Engineer

Skilled Careers Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Design Engineer to take a leading role in its Development Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will oversee the design and delivery of various infrastructure projects, including drainage and highway layouts. This position requires expertise in sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS) and a commitment to guiding and mentoring junior engineers. The successful candidate will engage with clients and uphold compliance with engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Expertise in drainage design is necessary.
• Strong background in highways engineering required.
• Experience with SuDS and urban development essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure project design and delivery.
• Oversee engineering drawings and technical reports.
• Manage project teams and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Engage clients and prepare project proposals.

Skills

Drainage design

Highways engineering

Sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS)

Project management

Client engagement

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

I am recruiting for a skilled Principal Design Engineer to join a growing Development Infrastructure team in London. This is an opportunity to take a leading role within a respected, long-established consultancy known for delivering high-quality engineering solutions across the UK.

As a technical lead, you will guide project delivery, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with clients, architects, and project managers. Your expertise in drainage design, highways engineering, and sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS) will be central to shaping innovative, sustainable solutions for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, including foul and surface water drainage, SuDS, and highway layouts.

Oversee production of engineering drawings, technical reports, and calculations.

Manage project teams and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Provide technical leadership, quality oversight, and coaching to junior engineers.

Ensure compliance with current standards (Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, Sewers for Adoption, London SuDS guidance, etc.).

Support business development through client engagement and proposal preparation.