Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent development consultancy is seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer for their team in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, extensive experience managing projects, and be proficient in technical design. Work includes large-scale infrastructure projects, with opportunities for hybrid working and professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Hybrid / flexible working

Private medical insurance

Healthcare plan

Uncapped career progression

Regular performance and salary reviews

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant postgraduate experience in civil engineering.
• Experience in producing and managing infrastructure schemes.
• Chartered or Incorporated with a professional body like ICE.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and teams in producing infrastructure designs.
• Prepare drawings and calculations for drainage and highway schemes.
• Manage workload for junior team members and oversee contracts.

Skills

Project leadership

Technical design

Infrastructure development

Workload management

Contract handling

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

We are recruiting a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to join our client's reputable Infrastructure Engineering team in Bristol. Established in the 2000s, our client has grown into a leading independent development consultancy with over 10 offices across the UK, working on projects in various sectors. You can expect to work on large-scale urban extensions, area regeneration strategies, renewable energy, and residential schemes.

The ideal candidate should have experience leading projects and teams, while also being comfortable with hands-on technical design, including producing drawings and documentation. A background in consultancy/private sector development, particularly with a focus on private sector projects, is advantageous.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Healthcare plan
• Uncapped career progression
• Regular performance and salary reviews

What you need to succeed

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or a related degree, plus 5+ years of relevant postgraduate experience, ideally Chartered or Incorporated with a relevant professional body such as ICE.
• Proven ability to lead in the production of highway, drainage, or general development infrastructure schemes.
• Experience in managing major projects independently, including workload management for junior team members.
• Ability to prepare drawings and calculations for private and adoptable arrangements, applying relevant principles, codes, and standards. Experience with watercourse consent and technical approval processes is desirable.
• Good understanding of best practices and guidance such as Manual for Streets, DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual, Sewerage Sector Guidance, and Local Authority standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil3D or similar 3D modelling software.
• Experience with drainage modelling software like MicroDrainage is desirable.
• Ability to handle non-technical aspects such as contracts, financials, and resourcing.
• Private sector development experience with a focus on private projects.