Principal Civil Engineer
Job in
Fareham, Hampshire County, PO16, England, UK
Listed on 2025-12-23
Listing for:
Penguin Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-23
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Structural Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Fareham, Hampshire
New year, new job. Are you a Principal Civil Engineer ready to take technical leadership of development projects and play a key role in shaping a growing consultancy in Fareham? This is a strong opportunity for a Principal Civil Engineer who enjoys leading design, mentoring engineers and influencing project delivery.
You will be joining a respected civil and structural engineering consultancy delivering residential and commercial development projects across the South Coast. This Principal Civil Engineer role offers hands-on involvement in highways, drainage and SuDS design, alongside responsibility for client relationships, team development and project performance.
The role
As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will lead civil engineering projects from concept through to delivery while supporting the growth of the team.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the design and delivery of drainage, SuDS and highways schemes
* Managing S278 and S38 submissions and technical approvals
* Preparing technical reports and Flood Risk Assessments
* Managing project resources, budgets and programmes
* Acting as the main point of contact for clients, architects and local authorities
* Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical development
* Contributing to fee proposals and business development activity
About you
This role suits an experienced Principal Civil Engineer ready to lead.
You will ideally have:
* A degree or HND in Civil Engineering
* At least 5 years' UK consultancy experience
* Strong drainage and SuDS design expertise
* Proficiency in AutoCAD and drainage design software
* Experience managing projects and client relationships
* Strong communication and leadership skills
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience
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