Senior / Principal Civil Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior / Principal Civil Engineer to oversee the design and delivery of infrastructure for residential projects in Leeds. This hybrid role demands over 10 years of experience in civil engineering, knowledge of UK regulations, and proficiency in relevant software. The successful candidate will ensure sustainable and cost-effective solutions while leading project teams. A Chartered Engineer qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• 10+ years civil engineering experience focused on UK residential development.
• Proven track record in leading design and delivery of housing schemes.
• Strong understanding of UK planning system and related agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and coordination of site infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with UK planning policy and regulations.
• Apply advanced software knowledge to manage project delivery.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Leadership in housing schemes

Knowledge of UK planning system

Advanced software knowledge

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

PDS

Job description

Overview

Senior / Principal Civil Engineer (Residential Projects) – Hybrid in Leeds / Home. Outside IR35.

Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior / Principal Civil Engineer to lead in the design and delivery of infrastructure for residential projects across the UK. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the technical aspects of civil engineering within housing developments, ensuring innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that meet client, regulatory, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and coordination of highways, drainage, utilities, and site infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with UK planning policy, Building Regulations, Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB), Sewers for Adoption (SfA), and local authority standards.
• Apply advanced knowledge of software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, PDS) to guide project delivery.

Requirements

• Essential
• Minimum 10+ years civil engineering experience with a focus on UK residential development.
• Proven track record in leading design and delivery of housing schemes.
• Strong understanding of UK planning system, Section 38/104/106 agreements, and NHBC standards.
• Desirable
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) or equivalent.
• Experience in Design & Build contracts and working with major housebuilders.
• Knowledge of BIM processes and digital design delivery.
• Experience in sustainability frameworks (e.g., BREEAM Communities, net-zero infrastructure design).
• Business development and work-winning experience.

Equality and Opportunity

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, or background; all decisions are based on merit.