Senior to Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Job DescriptionPosition: Senior to Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Leeds

Salary: £50,000–£60,000 (depending on

experience)

About

the Company

This is a well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy of Chartered Engineers based in Leeds, currently seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Infrastructure Engineer to support growing project demand and help lead the continued development of their civil engineering team.

You’ll be joining a thriving firm known for technical excellence and collaborative delivery. This role offers a clear progression path with the potential to move into a director-level position with company shareholding for the right candidate.

The Role

As a senior figure within their infrastructure division, you will lead a team of 8–10 Engineers and Technicians in the roads and sewers department. Your focus will be on managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality infrastructure designs and reports.

While the role is primarily based in Leeds and the North of England, occasional UK-wide travel to client sites will be required.

Key

Responsibilities

Oversee

and review the quality of technical designs and reports. Manage and mentor engineering staff, including involvement in recruitment. Lead client meetings and project negotiations with stakeholders and approving

authorities. Monitor

progress across multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and standards are met. Act as primary client contacts for assigned projects. Prepare and review Health and Safety

documentation. Design

highways and drainage infrastructure (S38, S278, S104), including SUDS. Use design software such as MicroDrainage, PDS, and AutoCAD to produce and check engineering solutions. Take projects from concept to completion, producing drainage strategies and liaising with local authorities and water boards. Candidate Profile

Minimum of 4-6 years’ UK-based civil infrastructure experience in a consultancy

environment. Strong

technical knowledge of highways and drainage design

standards. Comfortable

managing teams and delegating tasks

effectively. Skilled

communicator with experience leading client meetings and design

coordination. Proactive

and confident in driving project

delivery. Eligible

to work in the UK and holds a valid UK driving licence. Software

Skills

MicroDrainage PDS AutoCAD Benefits

Fast -track route to Director level with equity opportunities. 26 days annual leave, including your birthday off, 3 fixed days over Christmas, and 22 flexible days. Up to 3 additional days of leave purchase

available. Flexible

working, including up to 2 days WFH (subject to

approval). Wellbeing

Wednesdays and early Friday finish (3:45 PM). Free on-site parking. Pension scheme chartered professional fees paid. Access to BHSF Health benefits after 6 months. Childcare vouchers via Busy Bees. Cycle to Work scheme. Regular social events and

activities. Annual

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