Principal Engineer

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Engineer in South Oxfordshire to provide technical leadership on highway structures. This role involves overseeing project plans, conducting assessments, and managing contractor performance. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in infrastructure projects. Competitive salary of £43,693 per annum offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record in delivering highway or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of structural standards, CDM regulations, and asset management.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on the maintenance and management of highway structures.
• Deliver feasibility studies, project plans, and cost estimates.
• Oversee design, strengthening, and improvement works in line with CDM regulations.
• Review third-party infrastructure proposals and provide expert guidance.
• Conduct abnormal load assessments and ensure structural integrity.
• Manage procurement, budgets, and contractor performance.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Strong knowledge of structural standards

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Principal Engineer needed in Newbury Paying £43,693 per annum Ref 5272227

Full time hrs on a temporary basis

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on the maintenance and management of highway structures.
• Deliver feasibility studies, project plans, and cost estimates.
• Oversee design, strengthening, and improvement works in line with CDM regulations.
• Review third-party infrastructure proposals and provide expert guidance.
• Conduct abnormal load assessments and ensure structural integrity.
• Manage procurement, budgets, and contractor performance.
• Represent the engineering function in stakeholder meetings and deputise for senior leadership when required.

Desirable

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record in delivering highway or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of structural standards, CDM regulations, and asset management.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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