Principal Civil Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer
Are you a senior engineer ready to take on responsibility and shape major civil engineering projects? This Principal Civil Engineer opportunity invites you to progress your career, influence technical outcomes, and work across diverse schemes from commercial developments to large-scale infrastructure.
As the Principal Civil Engineer you will be leading multidisciplinary projects, ensuring technical excellence and delivering results that matter. You will have ownership of project direction and act as a key technical lead, guiding teams and helping to secure new work.
You will be:
Leading projects of varying sizes and complexity from inception through to completion.
Managing resources effectively to deliver quality design and robust outcomes on time and on budget.
Coordinating with architects, building services, cost managers and other disciplines to drive a seamless delivery.
Overseeing project administration, including financial management and reporting.
Identifying new work streams and preparing compelling technical proposals.
Leading external engagement with clients, stakeholders and approval bodies.
Undertaking technical site visits to assess design solutions and resolve issues on site.
To be successful in this Principal Civil Engineer role you will ideally have:
Proven experience in a similar civil engineering role, ideally within a multi-disciplinary environment.
Professional Chartership (CEng) or a strong commitment and path to becoming chartered.
Membership (or aspiration to join) a relevant professional body such as the Institution of Civil Engineers (M.I.C.E.).
Proficiency in AutoCAD, especially Civil 3D, with additional tools like Infodrainage desirable.
Strong drainage and minor roadway design experience.
A comprehensive understanding of Section 38, Section 278 (Highways Act) and relevant Water Industry Act agreements.
Familiarity with Building Regulations, British Standards and BIM processes.
A collaborative, communicative approach with the ability to lead and mentor teams.
What's In It For You
Salary dependent on experience
Competitive benefits package
Generous annual leave with flexible options
Support for volunteering and community engagement
Hybrid working flexibility
Professional development and structured career pathways
Health insurance, pension, life assurance and wellbeing support
Growth and Working Pattern
You will benefit from a supportive environment where career development is prioritised and progression is encouraged. The role is based in Bristol, offering hybrid working patterns tailored to suit you and your team.
If you're a Principal Civil Engineer with the technical capability and drive to deliver high-quality projects and lead teams, this could be your next big step. Apply now to take the next step in your career.
FOOTNOTE:

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.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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