Principal Civil Engineer

The Role

A vacancy is available for a Principal Civil Engineer to join a multidisciplinary consultancy in Gloucester. The role involves overseeing the technical delivery of a portfolio of civil engineering projects, ensuring design quality, and managing commercial performance. The successful candidate will also provide hands-on technical input and report directly to the Civil Engineering Director.

Responsibilities
 
Oversee design quality and ensure engineering accuracy across multiple projects
Manage the commercial performance of projects under their portfolio
Support and guide junior staff within the design team
Undertake civil engineering design work and prepare associated reports
Engage with clients and ensure strong working relationships are maintained
Ensure compliance with highway and water utility adoption procedures  Requirements
 
Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Minimum of eight years’ post-graduate experience
Chartered or with equivalent professional experience
Competent in drainage, highways, and civil infrastructure design
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Working knowledge of Micro Drainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
UK driving licence required
Experience in client management or marketing would be beneficial  What’s in it for me?
 
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexible working arrangements
Modern open-plan office with free parking
Professional membership fees paid
Accredited ICE mentorship and support for other professional development
CPD funding and structured career progression
Performance-related bonuses
Generous annual leave entitlement
Enhanced pension scheme
Access to financial adviser
Free travel insurance for employees and immediate family
Private health insurance for employees and dependants (up to age 25)
Cycle-to-work scheme and childcare vouchers
Free eye tests and office refreshments
Company-funded social events and Christmas celebrations
Gympass membership  The Company

This civil and structural engineering consultancy delivers projects throughout the UK, with a focus on South Wales and the West of England. Key sectors include commercial and social housing, care homes, renewable energy, industrial developments, and remediation. The business is also working on expanding its work in the rail sector.

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