Senior / Principal Civil Engineer - London

RGB Network; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the City of London is seeking a Senior/Principal Civil Engineer to lead the design and delivery of highway and drainage schemes. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in civil engineering with a strong background in drainage and highway design. Proficiency in MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, and excellent communication skills are essential. This is a permanent, office-based role with competitive benefits and a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Healthcare scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

Cycle to Work

Gym membership contribution

Paid professional membership fees

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

£100 birthday bonus

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil engineering.
• Strong background in drainage and highway design.
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage, AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of highway and drainage schemes.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Team management

Project management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior / Principal Civil Engineer - London

Location: London. Type: Permanent | Office-based (minimum 4 days per week).

Join a dynamic and forward‑thinking civil and structural engineering consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering complex and specialist projects across the UK. We are looking for an ambitious Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to lead the design and delivery of highway and drainage schemes for commercial, industrial, and residential developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of highway and drainage schemes.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Supervise and mentor engineers, technicians, and trainees.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality management systems.
• Promote digital innovation, including BIM and emerging technologies.
• Support project management and resource allocation.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or higher).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil engineering, with strong drainage and highway design background.
• Proficiency in MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team.

Desirable

• Experience with S104, S38, S278 agreements.
• Chartered status (CEng or IEng) or working towards it.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and technical assurance processes.
• Experience in project management and mentoring teams.
• Knowledge of digital innovation tools (VR, laser scanning, Civil 3D).

Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Contributory pension, healthcare scheme, electric vehicle scheme.
• Cycle to Work, gym membership contribution.
• Paid professional membership fees.
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Discretionary annual bonus and £100 birthday bonus.
• Regular social events and a collaborative team culture.