Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Pertemps; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Principal Civil Engineer to join their Woking office. You'll work on diverse development planning projects, such as residential and commercial schemes. The role requires strong experience in drainage design, technical assessments, and client collaboration. Benefit from a hybrid working model and tailored professional development opportunities. Apply now to join a dynamic team!

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Professional development program

Free on-site parking

Inclusive work environment

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in UK-based development infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of design standards like DMRB, Manual for Streets.
• Proven experience with S38, S278, and S104 design processes.
• Full UK driving licence for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports.
• Design drainage and highway infrastructure for applications.
• Undertake technical assessments for new developments.
• Produce and review designs using AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• Support junior staff by reviewing outputs and reports.
• Write technical reports and liaise with clients.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Drainage Strategy

AutoCAD

Civils 3D

Technical Assessment

Client Liaison

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

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

• 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

Qualifications

• 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.