Senior, Principal or Associate Civil Engineers

Advance TRS; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Civil Engineers at various levels to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to lead innovative projects in the water sector, focusing on civil design and project management. With a commitment to sustainability and professional development, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values work-life balance. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is an exciting opportunity for career growth and impactful contributions in a forward-thinking firm.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Employer pension contribution (5% each)

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Life insurance (4x annual salary)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Flexible working arrangements

Professional membership subscription

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering, particularly in the water sector.
• Strong technical understanding of water and wastewater systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil design for water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Oversee delivery of civil design projects ensuring compliance.
• Manage key client relationships and project strategy.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Water and Wastewater Treatment

Technical Leadership

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer status (CEng)

Tools

Civil 3D

Revit

AutoCAD

Tekla

STAAD

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Senior, Principal or Associate Civil Engineers

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Civil Engineer – Senior, Principal, and Associate Grades Available

Location: Tamworth (Client Office-Based)

A leading engineering firm specialising in innovative design solutions within the water industry is seeking experienced Civil Engineers at various levels to join their growing team. With a commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable engineering services, this company is dedicated to providing tailored solutions to meet the evolving needs of the water sector.

Why Join Us?

This firm prides itself on offering an environment that supports career growth and development, with a focus on continuous improvement and a dynamic, inclusive work culture. The company’s commitment to personal wellbeing and work-life balance includes flexible working arrangements and a robust professional development program designed to accelerate your career. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, you’ll be at the forefront of exciting projects in the water industry.

Your New Role

The company is looking for Civil Engineers at Senior, Principal, and Associate grades to lead and manage non-infrastructure water sector projects across the UK. Depending on your experience and skill level, you will either focus on leading technical designs, managing multidisciplinary teams, or taking strategic responsibility for high-profile projects and business growth.

Key Responsibilities (Varies by Grade)

Senior Civil Engineer

• Lead civil design for water and wastewater treatment projects, from concept to detailed design.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their design work.
• Work closely with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to align project objectives.
• Support the preparation of tender documents, cost estimates, and project proposals.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Principal Civil Engineer

• Oversee the delivery of civil design projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with standards.
• Provide technical leadership and sign-off on design deliverables.
• Guide and mentor engineers of all levels, ensuring continuous development.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resource planning.
• Represent the firm in client meetings and design reviews.
• Support business development efforts, contributing to bids and strategic planning.

Associate Civil Engineer

• Lead the delivery of multidisciplinary projects, overseeing the overall project strategy and performance.
• Manage key client relationships, providing technical expertise and strategic direction.
• Take ownership of the commercial aspects of projects, including budget management and contract administration.
• Lead business development activities, including contributing to proposals and securing new opportunities.
• Ensure the successful delivery of projects within budget and time constraints.

What We’re Looking For

For all roles:

• A degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent).
• Chartered status (CEng) preferred for Principal and Associate roles, desirable for Senior role.
• Experience in civil engineering, particularly in the water sector.
• Strong technical understanding of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Proficiency in design software (Civil 3D, Revit, AutoCAD, Tekla, STAAD, etc.).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Senior Civil Engineer:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil engineering, ideally in the UK water sector.
• Experience with reinforced concrete detailing, foundation design, and civil works.

Principal Civil Engineer:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience, with a proven track record in delivering non-infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a deep understanding of UK design standards and water industry regulations.

Associate Civil Engineer:

• Minimum 12 years’ experience, with significant exposure to managing large-scale, non-infrastructure water projects.
• Proven commercial awareness and experience in client management, business development, and contract administration.
• Competitive salary package.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Employer pension contribution (Employee: 5%, Employer: 5%).
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
• Life insurance (4x annual salary).
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Flexible working arrangements and bank holiday days.
• One professional membership subscription.
• Opportunities for career advancement and training.
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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