Principal Civil Engineer

Matchtech; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water company is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer for a permanent role with remote working flexibility. This key position involves providing technical leadership on water non-infrastructure projects, guiding design teams, and ensuring successful project delivery while adhering to safety and regulatory compliance. Candidates should possess strong engineering qualifications, substantial experience in the water industry, and exemplary leadership skills.

Benefits

Company and performance-related bonus

Generous pension contribution up to 11%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance equal to 4x salary

Salary sacrifice electric car scheme

Health Cash Plan

Two paid volunteering days per year

Flexible maternity leave and return-to-work options

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Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of design processes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record in delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK Water Industry.
• Full Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in the delivery of water (non-infrastructure) projects.
• Lead and provide technical guidance on design, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage project budgets and address complex design issues.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Water

Design

Hydraulic engineering

Education

MEng/BEng/BSc or HNC in Civil Engineering, Environmental, or related subject

Chartered Engineer

Tools

MS Office

IT design tools

Job description

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Our water company client is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer on a permanent basis with remote working, based out of their Worthing office.

Key skills required for this role

Civil Engineering, Water, Non-infrastructure, Design, Hydraulic engineering

Important

Water industry experience is essential

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Principal Civil Engineer to provide technical leadership in the delivery of water (non-infrastructure) projects. As a key member of the Civils team, you will guide the design team, provide detailed technical analysis, and ensure successful project delivery. You will work closely with Project Design Leads and stakeholders, driving innovation, ensuring value for money, and delivering solutions that meet high standards of safety, sustainability, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate in compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards (including CDM regulations).
• Develop risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that designs promote environmental sustainability.
• Lead and provide technical guidance on the design of water non-infrastructure projects.
• Prepare design calculations, specifications, and technical content for contracts.
• Oversee approval of designs and ensure compliance with technical governance and QA processes.
• Manage project budgets and resolve complex design issues.
• Challenge existing practices and promote continuous improvement.
• Research and implement industry best practices, including digital design concepts.
• Support the Discipline Lead in maintaining and updating technical standards.
• Deliver cost-effective, low-carbon solutions that meet project budgets.
• Assist Project Managers with budget tracking and financial planning.
• Programme Management
• Ensure design timelines are achievable and proactively address potential delays.
• Ensure designs meet customer and regulatory expectations.
• Represent the company at industry conferences and contribute to technical papers and press releases.

Skills, experience, and qualifications

• Full Driving Licence
• Proficient in MS Office and relevant IT design tools
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical ideas to both experts and laypeople.
• Ability to work independently, resolve complex engineering problems, and make confident decisions.
• A collaborative team player who values input from others and works effectively in cross-functional teams.
• A proactive leader with the ability to set measurable goals and drive continuous improvement.
• MEng/BEng/BSc or HNC in Civil Engineering, Environmental, or a science-related subject.
• Chartered Engineer with a relevant engineering or scientific institution.
• Proven track record in delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK Water Industry.
• Extensive knowledge of design processes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• In-depth understanding of the commercial environment within the water industry.
• Full-time Monday to Friday, 37 hours a week.
• Remote working is permitted; candidate must be commutable to Worthing.
• Salary up to £70,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Company and performance-related bonus.
• Generous pension contribution up to 11%.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance equal to 4x salary.
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months of service).
• Health Cash Plan.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.
• Flexible maternity leave and return-to-work options.
• Share options.

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