Principal Civil Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for an experienced Principal Highways Design Engineer to manage design processes and ensure quality delivery on various projects. This key role involves client interaction and resource management, offering competitive salary and excellent benefits, including profit share bonuses and health plans.

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

• Proven experience managing design projects in highways engineering.
• Strong communication skills with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing and managing project budgets.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Design Compliance

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards

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 various projects, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality designs that meet budget 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 budget
• Manage resource allocations to ensure team members are fully utilised on high-priority tasks
• Prepare and manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure cost control
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and project partners
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards and authorities