An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Civil Engineer to join a highly respected infrastructure and engineering design consultancy, supporting complex projects across the UK.
The organisation operates as an in-house design consultancy within a major infrastructure delivery environment, working across water, heavy industrial, power, and design & build sectors. Based from a modern office in Bridgend, you’ll be part of a growing, flexible design team delivering technically challenging and rewarding schemes nationwide.
The Role
As Principal Civil Engineer, you will take a leading role in the delivery of civil and structural design solutions, applying sound engineering judgement while supporting innovation and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the preparation of outline and detailed designs, including calculations, reports, drawings and specifications in line with relevant standards
* Planning, directing and controlling resources, tasks and people to deliver projects to agreed time, cost and quality targets
* Managing and controlling project budgets, with a strong understanding of commercial and contractual matters
* Providing technical leadership, mentoring and development for junior and senior engineers
* Working collaboratively with clients, contractors and the supply chain to define and deliver project objectives
* Championing engineering best practice and the application of new and emerging technologies
About You
To be considered for this role, you will have:
* A Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification)
* Strong experience working to Eurocodes and UK industry standards, with the ability to review and approve designs
* Proven experience of BIM-led design and use of structural design software such as STAAD Pro, FEM analysis tools or Autodesk Robot
* A track record of successfully leading teams and managing multi-disciplinary design activities
* Flexibility to work from other UK offices or project sites on a short-term basis (by agreement)
* A UK/EEC driving licence
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary up to £63,000
* 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
* Financial wellbeing support and employee assistance programme
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Enhanced family-friendly benefits, including maternity, paternity and parental leave
* Flexible working options discussed at application stage