Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

RGB Network; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer for their Woking office. The role focuses on drainage and highways design, offering hybrid working and tailored professional development opportunities. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, 5+ years' experience, and proficiency in design tools like MicroDrainage and AutoCAD. Join a supportive team and work on diverse projects from residential to commercial developments.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Professional development program

On-site free parking

Inclusive work environment

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in UK-based development infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of relevant design standards (DMRB, Manual for Streets, etc.).
• Proven experience with S38, S278, and S104 design processes.

Responsibilities

• Your work will be (50/50) drainage and highways design.
• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports.
• Designing drainage and highway infrastructure to support S104, S38, and S278 applications.

Skills

Drainage design

Highways design

Technical reporting

MicroDrainage and/or Causeway Flow

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

MicroDrainage

Causeway Flow

Job description

Overview

Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer – Location: Woking – Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE) – Start Date: October/November 2025

Join a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy as a Principal Civil Engineer in their Woking office. With eight offices across the UK, this consultancy specialises in transportation, civil engineering, and environmental projects, and is currently expanding its civils team to support a growing pipeline of development work.

You'll become part of a close-knit team of 12 civil engineers in Woking, working collaboratively with colleagues across the company. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a variety of development planning projects, including residential, commercial, school schemes, and community parks.

Responsibilities

• Your work will be (50/50) drainage and highways design.
• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports.
• Designing drainage and highway infrastructure to support S104, S38, and S278 applications.
• Undertaking technical assessments for new developments.
• Producing and reviewing designs using AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• Supporting junior staff by reviewing outputs, drawings, and reports.
• Writing technical reports and liaising with clients and project managers to coordinate project delivery.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in UK-based development infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of relevant design standards (e.g. DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewers for Adoption, national planning policy).
• Proven experience with S38, S278, and S104 design processes.
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage and/or Causeway Flow, along with AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• A full UK driving licence for site visits.

What’s on Offer

• 3/2 hybrid working.
• Tailored professional development program, including funding and mentorship toward chartership.
• On site free parking.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment with an active social calendar.
• Access to the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Opportunities to collaborate across teams and gain exposure to transport planning projects.

If you're ready to join a friendly, ambitious consultancy with a solid project pipeline and real opportunities for career progression, apply now to secure a start in October or November.