Senior Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead multidisciplinary design teams in London. This hybrid role involves delivering high-quality engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects. Candidates should have a BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering and at least 8 years of experience in the UK water sector. The position offers career progression, competitive salary, and benefits including flexible working and support for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package with discretionary bonus

Employer pension contribution

Life insurance

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Support for professional membership and CPD

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience delivering civil engineering designs in the UK water sector.
• High-level competence in design tools such as Tekla, TEDDS, STAAD or AutoCAD.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the civil design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Produce and review technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate civil design with mechanical, electrical and process engineering disciplines.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality assurance across all outputs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional status

Tools

Tekla

TEDDS

STAAD

AutoCAD

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer

London. Hybrid: Flexible working available.

Join a respected, fast-growing engineering consultancy working at the forefront of the UK water sector. This firm prides itself on a collaborative, quality-driven culture and delivers innovative design solutions across water and wastewater infrastructure projects nationwide.

As a Principal Civil Engineer, you'll play a key role in leading multidisciplinary design teams, providing technical direction, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, buildable, and sustainable civil engineering solutions. This position offers real career progression, professional development, and the opportunity to influence high-impact projects from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the civil design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Produce and review technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Undertake design calculations and analysis using industry-standard software.
• Coordinate civil design with mechanical, electrical and process engineering disciplines.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and provide technical support during construction.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality assurance across all outputs.
• Support business development activities, including bid preparation and client engagement.
• Maintain compliance with UK design standards, legislation and best practice guidance.

8 Years' Experience

• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional status (ICE/IStructE/CIWEM).
• Minimum 8 years' experience delivering civil engineering designs in the UK water sector.
• Strong leadership, mentoring and stakeholder management skills.
• High-level competence in design tools such as Tekla, TEDDS, STAAD or AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary package with discretionary bonus.
• Employer pension contribution and life insurance.
• Hybrid working options and flexible hours.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Support for professional membership and CPD.
• Opportunities for career advancement within an inclusive, forward-thinking business.
• Contribution to meaningful water and environmental projects across the UK.