Remote Principal Civil Engineer - Water

Overview

Principal Civil Engineer – UK (Hybrid)

Lead a multidisciplinary water team to deliver complex water infrastructure projects. You will manage project delivery, budgets and programmes, work across all design stages and mentor junior staff.

• Deliver complex tasks and projects, managing budgets, programmes and ensuring high‑quality delivery.
• Lead technical work from feasibility to design, operation, maintenance and asset management.
• Ensure design complies with all applicable standards and regulations and provide technical expertise for interdisciplinary studies.
• Liaise with clients to develop scope, price proposals and communicate progress.
• Lead technical delivery on multiple projects and review work produced by others.
• Provide line‑manager responsibilities for junior staff, including guidance, performance evaluations and mentorship.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience delivering and designing sustainable drainage or nature‑based solutions at Principal level.
• Experience leading project teams, sub‑teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Chartered/Incorporated or working towards a relevant chartered status (ICE, CIWEM).
• Experience in engineering assessments, options appraisals, calculations and/or economic appraisals.
• Experience in outline and/or detailed design of flood risk management, assessment or drainage schemes.

Core and personalised benefits supporting your well‑being, career development, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and flexible hybrid working to maintain a work‑life balance. Part‑time or flexible arrangements can be discussed.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential and encourage you to apply.