Principal Civil Engineer (Infrastructure)

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Infrastructure/Civil Engineer to lead exciting development projects in Bristol. This role offers the chance to work on diverse infrastructure designs while managing a talented team. With a commitment to sustainable design solutions, the company fosters a collaborative culture and values professional growth. If you have a strong background in residential development and are ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career development through structured training

Strong work-life balance

Diverse project portfolio

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering with 6+ years' experience.
• Chartered or working toward professional status (ICE or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of infrastructure schemes.
• Manage junior engineers and oversee project delivery.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Drainage Design

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

Job description

Job Description

Principal Infrastructure/Civil Engineer
Bristol | Permanent
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

We're working with a leading UK development consultancy that's looking to appoint a Principal Infrastructure/Civil Engineer to join their growing team in Bristol.

This is a standout opportunity for a technically strong and commercially aware engineer to take a leading role on a wide range of development infrastructure projects, with the backing of a supportive and ambitious organisation.

The Role

As Principal Engineer, you'll lead the design and delivery of infrastructure schemes for residential and mixed-use developments, covering highways, drainage, and site levels. You'll manage junior engineers, oversee project delivery, and liaise directly with clients and approving bodies.

Key duties include:

• Leading detailed infrastructure designs (private and adoptable works)




• Managing project workflow, budgets, and team resourcing




• Securing technical approvals (S104, S38, etc.)




• Producing designs using Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and MicroDrainage




• Applying industry standards such as MfS, Building Regs, Sewerage Sector Guidance

About You

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering (or similar), with 6+ years' experience




• Chartered or working toward professional status (ICE or equivalent)




• Strong background in residential development infrastructure




• Proficient in Civil 3D and drainage design software




• Confident communicator with project leadership experience




• Full UK driving licence and access to a car

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package




• Flexible working and strong work-life balance




• Career development through structured training




• Diverse, interesting project portfolio




• Supportive, collaborative team culture

About the Company

This well-established consultancy has a strong presence and a reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable design solutions across the UK. With an inclusive and people-first culture, they offer a great environment for talented engineers to grow and succeed.

Interested?

Get in touch today for a confidential discussion.

Email:
Call: 07581619823

Aldwych Consulting values and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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