Civil Engineer, Principal Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer – CEng / IEng Civil Engineering Consultancy | Leadership Opportunity | Career Progression 60,000 – £75,000 + Bonus + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits My client is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Civil Engineer to join their expanding Civil Engineering team. This is a standout opportunity for a Senior or Principal level Civil Engineer seeking more autonomy, leadership responsibility, and genuine long-term progression within a modern, fast-growing consultancy environment. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-profile residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments — leading projects from planning through to construction while mentoring junior engineers and helping shape the future growth of the business. If you enjoy client-facing work, technical leadership, and managing complex infrastructure schemes, this role offers the perfect balance of responsibility, progression, and project variety. Lead the design and delivery of civil engineering projects Manage drainage strategies, highways design, and infrastructure schemes Coordinate project teams and manage technical delivery Work closely with developers, architects, contractors, and local authorities Ensure projects are delivered to high quality, safety, and sustainability standards Projects Include: Commercial schemes Infrastructure and highways projects Degree or HND qualified in Civil Engineering Strong experience in highways and drainage design Background delivering infrastructure projects through planning and construction Proficient with AutoCAD and Civil 3D (or similar design software) Performance-related bonus ~ Hybrid and flexible working ~ Full CPD and professional development support ~ Pension and enhanced benefits package ~ Modern, collaborative working environment ~ Exposure to high-profile and technically challenging projects This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Civil Engineer looking to join a consultancy where your contribution is genuinely recognised. My client offers the chance to take ownership of projects, influence business growth, mentor developing engineers, and accelerate your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.