Principal Civil Engineer Water Engineering

TN United Kingdom; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Principal Civil Engineer specializing in Water Engineering to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile infrastructure projects, collaborating with top professionals in the field. You'll engage in all design stages, ensuring compliance with standards while managing complex projects. The position also provides opportunities for mentorship and career progression, alongside a flexible hybrid working environment. With a comprehensive benefits package, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the water sector.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Health insurance

Income protection

Pension plan

Annual leave

Paid social days

Employee assistance

Reservist leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience at the Principal level in the water sector.
• Chartered or working towards chartership with ICE, CIWEM, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and specialists to deliver projects.
• Manage complex tasks including budgets and timelines.
• Lead technical delivery and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Water Sector Experience

Project Management

Design Compliance

Technical Expertise

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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South Central, UK

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are currently working with one of the world's most respected consultancies as they look to add a Principal Civil Engineer (Water Engineering) to their division in Basingstoke, within commutable distance of London. This opportunity will allow you to learn from some of the best minds in the industry, setting you up for a prosperous future and meaningful career.

This consultancy's Water Team is involved in high-profile, industry-leading infrastructure projects in the UK and overseas, working on significant projects directly for water companies, contractors, and government entities. Projects include potable water and sewage networks, treatment works of all scales, and at all stages from feasibility to operation, maintenance, and asset management.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Collaborating with engineers, hydraulic modellers, environmental scientists, and technical specialists to deliver high-quality projects.
2. Proactively solving engineering problems to benefit communities.
3. Participating in all design stages, including feasibility, outline, detailed designs, and report and specification preparation.
4. Ensuring design compliance with standards and regulations, providing technical expertise for analytical studies.
5. Managing complex tasks and projects, including budgets and timelines.
6. Leading technical delivery and reviewing work for accuracy and timeliness.
7. Liaising with clients on scope, proposals, and project updates.
8. Managing junior staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.

The Water Team integrates diverse skills to provide sustainable, cost-effective solutions, working on high-profile infrastructure and community projects, both in the UK and internationally.

You will join a dynamic team of Civil Engineers of various experience levels, with opportunities for mentorship, technical leadership, and career progression. The company offers flexible hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package covering health, finance, lifestyle, and well-being.

Requirements include:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
2. Proven water sector experience at the Principal level, preferably within the UK.
3. Chartered or working towards chartership with ICE, CIWEM, or similar.
4. Experience with engineering assessments, calculations, and economic appraisals.
5. Experience in design of wastewater, water treatment, flood risk, or drainage schemes.

Additional benefits include support for chartership, annual leave, paid social days, leave options, income protection, pension, private medical insurance, employee assistance, and reservist leave.

If your experience aligns, please apply or contact Jamie Will at Calibre Search. Calibre Search promotes workplace equality and welcomes all qualified candidates.