Principal Civil Engineer | Manchester

Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to oversee project teams in Manchester. This senior role combines leadership with technical expertise in civil engineering, guiding projects from inception to delivery. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and be Chartered. Experience in sectors like rail and highways is preferred. The firm offers competitive pay, benefits, and professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible / hybrid working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Civil / Structural Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE) required.
• Strong knowledge of current civil and structural design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of civil engineering designs across major projects.
• Ensure compliance with business quality and management systems.
• Manage resources and project teams effectively.

Skills

Civil Engineering Degree

Chartered Civil / Structural Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE)

Knowledge of civil and structural design codes

Experience with CDM regulations

Project delivery in sectors like nuclear and highways

Ability to work in multi-discipline teams

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Our client is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join their busy Manchester office. Reporting to the Associate Director / Associate Engineer, you will lead large civil project teams or oversee multiple smaller teams, ensuring projects are delivered to cost, schedule, and quality criteria. This is a senior leadership role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to inspire multidisciplinary teams across diverse engineering challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of civil engineering designs across major projects.
• Ensure compliance with business quality and management systems.
• Manage resources, skills, and project teams effectively.
• Oversee civil and structural design elements including earthworks, drainage, highways, foundations, and external works.
• Implement change and innovation as directed by senior leadership.
• Maintain client satisfaction through successful project delivery.

Essential skills

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered Civil / Structural Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE).
• Strong knowledge of current civil and structural design codes and standards.
• Experience with CDM regulations and health & safety compliance.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects across sectors such as nuclear, defence, rail, highways, and life sciences.
• Ability to work within integrated, multi-discipline design teams.

Why join?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible / hybrid working options.
• Professional development opportunities and support towards Chartership.
• A friendly, accessible office environment with excellent transport links.