Principal Civil Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer Location: Hampshire / Oxfordshire / Cambridge (Hybrid) Salary: D.O.E Role purpose: Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead complex infrastructure projects and support the management of a growing civil engineering team. Key responsibilities: - Lead civil engineering design for drainage, highways and external works - Oversee S278 and S38 infrastructure schemes - Manage and coordinate engineering teams and resources - Review and approve technical design outputs - Manage project budgets and commercial delivery - Prepare and write fee proposals - Mentor and develop junior engineers - Attend client meetings and lead technical discussions - Support business development and bid input - Ensure compliance with engineering standards and design codes Skills and experience: - Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards - Strong consultancy background in civil engineering - Experience managing teams and complex infrastructure projects - Strong drainage and highways design knowledge - Commercial and project leadership experience - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills