Principal Civil Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer - Lead Pre-Planning Drainage Projects
 
Shape the Future of Drainage Infrastructure
Are you a Principal Civil Engineer with a strong drainage background looking to take ownership of projects from the earliest stages of development? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you will lead pre-planning drainage strategies, influence project outcomes, and deliver high-quality schemes from concept through to approval.
 
As a Principal Civil Engineer specialising in drainage, you will play a key role in project delivery, working on a diverse portfolio of developments while taking the lead on technical drainage design and client engagement.
 
About the Opportunity
My client is a well-established engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Principal Civil Engineer to strengthen their drainage team and support the delivery of complex development projects.
 
The successful Principal Civil Engineer will have the opportunity to lead projects, work closely with clients and stakeholders, and contribute to the successful delivery of drainage schemes across a variety of sectors.
 
What You Will Be Doing
As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for:
·Leading pre-planning drainage strategies and designs for development projects.
·Managing and delivering drainage schemes from inception through to completion.
·Using your technical expertise to oversee project delivery and provide guidance to engineers within the team.
·Producing drainage assessments, calculations, and technical reports.
·Using Flow software to undertake hydraulic modelling and drainage design.
·Developing sustainable drainage solutions in line with industry standards and local authority requirements.
·Liaising with clients, planning authorities, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
·Leading project meetings and acting as a key point of contact for clients.
·Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
 
What My Client Is Looking For
To be considered for this Principal Civil Engineer position, you should have:
·Significant experience working as a Civil Engineer with a strong drainage design background.
·Proven experience delivering pre-planning drainage solutions.
·Proficiency in Flow software.
·Experience leading projects and delivering schemes independently.
·The ability to provide technical leadership and mentor junior team members.
·Strong understanding of drainage design principles, SuDS, and relevant industry standards.
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
·The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
 
Salary & Benefits
·£58,000 - £65,000 dependent on experience.
·Comprehensive benefits package.
·Pension scheme.
·Annual leave entitlement.
·Professional membership support.
·Flexible working arrangements where applicable.
 
Career Development & Working Arrangements
This Principal Civil Engineer opportunity offers genuine career progression within a growing and supportive business. You will have the opportunity to further develop your leadership capabilities, shape project delivery strategies, mentor engineers, and play a significant role in the continued growth of the team.
 
Take the Next Step
If you are a Principal Civil Engineer with drainage expertise and experience using Flow software, and you are looking for an opportunity to lead projects and deliver impactful schemes, my client would be keen to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV for immediate consideration.
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
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