Principal Civil Engineer

Overview

Principal Civil Engineer –

Location:

Birmingham, West Midlands. Salary: £62,000 – £70,000 plus benefits. We are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join a respected consultancy delivering major residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across the UK. This role focuses on leading complex infrastructure design, shaping project direction and growing a civil engineering team.

• Lead and check highways design including S38 and S278 schemes
• Oversee drainage strategies, S104 and S98 submissions and detailed surface water design
• Develop SuDS features, foul pumping stations and balancing facilities
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and UK Building Standards
• Coordinate with clients, local authorities, project managers and design teams
• Mentor engineers and technicians, supporting technical development
• Contribute to project planning, resourcing, budgeting and programme delivery

• HNC, HND or degree qualified in Civil Engineering
• Strong background in development infrastructure design
• Confident using AutoCAD and Micro Drainage or Info Drainage
• Chartered or actively progressing toward professional accreditation
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills

This Principal Civil Engineer position offers responsibility, influence and progression. The salary on offer is £62,000 – £75,000 plus benefits, with hybrid working, structured development and the opportunity to shape nationally significant infrastructure projects within a supportive consultancy environment.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.