Principal / Senior Civil Engineer

RGB London; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Central London is seeking a Principal / Senior Civil Engineer to lead a talented team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years’ experience in drainage and road design and possess strong leadership and report writing skills. This role offers opportunities for career progression, a supportive team environment, and competitive benefits including a salary between £50,000 – £60,000. Join us to shape innovative projects across various sectors.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday

Annual bonus scheme

Hybrid working options

Support for Chartership

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in UK civil engineering consultancy work.
• Strong report writing skills for Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Statements.
• Familiarity with ground modelling software for road and earthworks design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.
• Client liaison for project delivery.
• Design drainage, roads, earthworks, and infrastructure.

Skills

Drainage design

Road design

Team leadership

Technical problem-solving

Report writing

AutoCAD

Micro Drainage

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

Micro Drainage

Auto Track

Job description

Overview

Principal / Senior Civil Engineer – Location: Central London – Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (DOE) – Start Date: ASAP.

Join a well-established multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy based in the heart of Central London, seeking a Principal or Senior Civil Engineer with 5+ years’ experience in drainage, highways, and road design.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing civils team (currently 8 people), within a supportive London office of 19, and a wider business of around 60 professionals. You’ll work across a diverse project portfolio – including industrial, commercial, residential, retail, healthcare, and leisure developments – while playing a key role in project delivery and team leadership.

They’re looking for someone who brings technical expertise and leadership, but also a positive, team-focused mindset, with a passion for creative problem-solving.

Why Join

• Fast-track route to senior management within a growing and ambitious business
• Excellent work-life balance with hybrid working options
• Support for Chartership (ICE or IStructE), including structured training and mentoring
• A friendly, social team culture, with regular events and a collaborative environment
• A diverse and busy project pipeline, offering real variety and responsibility
• Clear career progression path with a focus on internal promotion

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday (plus additional days based on length of service)
• Option to buy/sell annual leave
• Annual bonus scheme (based on personal and company performance)
• Company pension scheme with access to independent pension advice
• Employee Assistance Programme, offering legal, financial, and personal support
• ICE/IStructE Chartership support and structured CPD
• Regular social events and team-building activities

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and mentoring a team of engineers from apprentice to experienced levels
• Client liaison for project delivery and developing new opportunities
• Designing drainage, roads, earthworks, and infrastructure across a variety of sectors
• Producing drawings from concept through to construction stage
• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, Service Reports, and SuDS designs
• Working on technical approvals for Section 104, 38, 278 and other relevant consents
• Carrying out site audits, feasibility studies, and swept path assessments

What You’ll Need

• A degree in Civil Engineering (or similar)
• At least 5 years’ experience in UK civil engineering consultancy work
• Strong report writing skills – e.g. Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Statements
• Experience with AutoCAD and drainage design software such as Micro Drainage
• Familiarity with Auto Track for swept path analysis
• Working knowledge of ground modelling software for road and earthworks design

If you're a motivated and experienced engineer looking to step up into a leadership role within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of a team where your ideas, expertise, and career ambitions are genuinely valued

Job Info

• Job Title: Principal / Senior Civil Engineer
• Company: RGB London
• Location: Central London
• Posted: Sep 4th 2025
• Closes: Oct 5th 2025
• Sector: Contract
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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