Senior/Principal Civil Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Principal/Senior Civil Engineer for their water sector projects. The role involves leading civil design for multiple treatment schemes valued at £400M. Candidates should have a solid background in civil engineering design, water treatment experience, and a commitment to developing junior engineers. This position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical + health insurance

Enhanced pension + life assurance

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering design across structures, geotechnics, and hydraulics.
• Working knowledge of CDM 2015, CESWI, BS, and WIMES.
• Confident in producing rationalised designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design input on various water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Develop detailed design layouts that are buildable and cost-effective.
• Support proposals and bids with technical input.

Skills

Civil Engineering Design

Water Treatment

Wastewater Treatment

Compliance with CDM 2015

Technical Communication

Education

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Senior/Principal Civil Engineer, watford, hertfordshire

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Client:

Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Principal / Senior Civil Engineer – Water Sector

Rickmansworth | Permanent | Hybrid Working

Location: Rickmansworth (site based + hybrid)

I’m working with a long-standing client delivering major capital works in the UK water sector. As their AMP8 programme gets underway, they’re looking to bring in a Principal or Senior Civil Engineer to help lead the design delivery across multiple water and wastewater treatment schemes (c. £400M total programme value).

If you’ve got solid water industry experience and want to play a key role in a high performing engineering team, this is well worth a conversation.

The Role

You’ll sit within the design team and lead civil design input on a range of live and upcoming projects. That includes:

• Developing detailed design layouts that are buildable and cost effective
• Supporting proposals and bids with technical input
• Coordinating across disciplines to ensure smooth delivery
• Ensuring compliance with CDM and H&S legislation
• Supporting junior engineers and contributing to design standards

What They’re Looking For

• Background in civil engineering design (structures, geotechnics, hydraulics)
• Experience in water and/or wastewater treatment
• Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015, CESWI, BS, and WIMES
• Confident producing rationalised designs and economic layouts
• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering
• Chartered or working toward chartership (ICE or equivalent)
• Able to communicate technical proposals clearly and effectively
• UK driving licence

What’s On Offer

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
• Private medical + health insurance
• Enhanced pension + life assurance
• Employee discounts, Cycle to Work, and more

Interested?

Drop me a message or apply with your CV – I’ll be in touch for a confidential chat.