Senior Civil / Principle Civil Engineer

Calibre Search; Lisburn; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Lisburn is seeking a Senior Civil / Principal Civil Engineer to oversee civil engineering design and project delivery. This role involves managing projects from concept to completion, ensuring technical quality while mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, with a minimum of five years experience and proficiency in AutoCAD. Hybrid working is available in this impactful leadership position offering competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in civil engineering.
• Proven track record in delivering projects across sectors.
• Strong knowledge of statutory approval processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design and delivery for projects.
• Manage full project lifecycle from planning to execution.
• Provide technical oversight during construction.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Coordination

Project management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer status (MICE or equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD

Causeway Flow

PSD / Civils 3D

Job description

Senior Civil / Principal Civil Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior / Principal Civil Engineer to join an established Civil & Structural Engineering consultancy based in Lisburn. This is a key technical and leadership role, supporting the design and delivery of projects across a range of public and private sector developments. The successful candidate will lead civil engineering design from concept through to construction, take responsibility for technical quality and project delivery, and support the development of junior engineers. Projects typically range from £1m to £20m, with larger schemes up to £40m. You will be delivering work across commercial, education, healthcare, community, sports and leisure sectors. You will join a team of approximately 20 engineers, the majority of whom are Chartered, providing strong technical support, mentorship and guidance for candidates working towards Chartership with direct management from an ICE mentor. The role offers hybrid flexible opportunity with the opportunity to work from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and lead civil engineering design and delivery for projects typically ranging from one million to twenty million pounds with occasional larger developments up to approximately forty million
• Manage full project lifecycle including planning design execution quality assurance budget and timeframe oversight
• Select civil engineering materials and systems considering strength durability cost effectiveness and buildability
• Produce detailed civil designs including calculations specifications in line with relevant codes and standards
• Provide technical oversight during construction including carrying out site inspections and ensuring compliance with design intent
• Prepare reports summarising site inspection findings design changes and recommendations
• Collaborate closely with architects engineers contractors and wider stakeholders to ensure coordinated project delivery
• Mentor junior staff and support a culture of quality and efficient technical practice

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• Preferrable but not essential - Chartered Engineer status for example MICE or equivalent
• Minimum five years' experience in civil engineering
• Proven track record delivering smaller and larger projects across sectors
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, experience in use of Causeway Flow, PSD / Civils 3D
• Strong knowledge of statutory approval processes
• Excellent problem solving ability particularly during design and construction stages
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Experience working on projects in the Republic of Ireland would be beneficial

What is Offered

A civil engineering leadership role in a respected consultancy with opportunity to influence projects mentor staff and work on varied schemes. Competitive package available based on experience.

If interested in this role but perhaps would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Jaginder Singh at Calibre Search Manchester.

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