Senior Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Leyfields; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Leyfields is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead civil design projects in the water sector. In this pivotal role, you will guide a talented team, ensure compliance with industry standards, and contribute to sustainable water infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will have 8 years of experience, a BEng/MEng, and will be proficient in relevant design tools. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus

Employer pension contribution

Life insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional membership support

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• 8 Years' experience in the UK water sector.
• Strong understanding of UK design codes and water industry standards.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design and delivery of wastewater projects.
• Produce and review technical reports and specifications.
• Conduct site visits and provide support during construction.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Design tools proficiency (Tekla, TEDDS, etc.)

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

Tekla

TEDDS

STAAD

AutoCAD

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer

Tamworth
Hybrid: Flexible working available

Join a respected and fast-growing engineering consultancy working at the forefront of the UK water sector. This specialist 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 take a leading role in the technical delivery of civil design projects, guiding a talented engineering team and ensuring excellence across every stage of design and construction. This role offers the chance to shape high‑profile projects, influence strategy, and contribute to the sustainable development of essential water infrastructure.

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 appropriate industry software.
• Coordinate civil design with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and provide technical support during construction.
• Mentor junior engineers, review deliverables, and maintain technical quality.
• Support business development through input into bids, proposals, and client engagement.
• Ensure compliance with UK standards, health and safety legislation, and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• 8 Years' Experience delivering civil engineering designs in the UK water sector.
• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional status (ICE/IStructE/CIWEM).
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in design tools such as Tekla, TEDDS, STAAD, or AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of UK design codes, Eurocodes, and water industry standards.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
• Employer pension contribution and life insurance.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Professional membership support and ongoing CPD.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression in a dynamic, forward‑thinking business.
• A supportive culture focused on wellbeing, collaboration, and sustainable project delivery.