Principal Civil Engineer
Job in
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-03
Listing for:
Vertical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-03
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
£60,000 - £70,000 | Nottingham (Hybrid)
The Opportunity
An established, multi-discipline engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal Civil Engineer to play a key role in the continued growth of its Nottingham operation.
This is a senior technical and leadership position, suited to an experienced civil engineer who enjoys remaining hands-on with design while also helping shape a team, influence project direction, and support the wider business strategy.
You’ll be involved in delivering technically robust, commercially sensible infrastructure solutions across predominantly residential-led developments, from early feasibility through to construction delivery.
The Role
As Principal Civil Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
* Leading the civil engineering design on a range of development projects
* Providing technical oversight and quality assurance across infrastructure and drainage schemes
* Delivering and reviewing designs associated with S278, S38, S185 and S104 agreements
* Remaining actively involved in design using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Win Des / Info Drainage or similar
* Acting as a key point of contact for clients, local authorities and project stakeholders
* Supporting work-winning activities and helping grow long-term client relationships
* Assisting with the development, mentoring and line management of engineers within the team
* Working closely with regional leadership to help shape and grow the civils offering in Nottingham
About You
You’ll be an experienced civil engineer with:
* 10+ years’ UK consultancy experience, ideally across residential and mixed-use schemes
* Strong technical capability in drainage and infrastructure design
* A proven track record of delivering projects through planning and detailed design stages
* Confidence managing clients and an understanding of commercial project drivers
* A practical, delivery-focused mindset with a desire to stay engaged in design
* Experience mentoring or managing engineers, or a clear ambition to move further into leadership
* Excellent communication, organisational and presentation skills
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Hybrid working and flexible holiday allowance
* A high level of autonomy and influence over your projects
* The opportunity to help shape and grow a regional civils team
* Exposure to varied, technically interesting projects
* Clear long-term progression within a stable and well-regarded consultancy
This role offers the chance to be part of a growing regional team, with real scope to leave your mark — both technically and professionally — as the business continues to invest in its Nottingham presence
Note that applications are not being accepted from your jurisdiction for this job currently via this jobsite. Candidate preferences are the decision of the Employer or Recruiting Agent, and are controlled by them alone.
To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
Search for further Jobs Here:
×