Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer
Ref. No.: CJD0301J26
Location: Based near Glasgow
Salary: GBP50,000 : GBP60,000
This is an excellent opportunity to join my client, an exciting, innovative Multidisciplinary Consultancy, currently in the process of establishing an industry:leading team of design professionals in the Water and wider Civil Engineering sectors. They are on the lookout for a skilled, enthusiastic Principal Civil Engineer with extensive knowledge of drainage and non:infrastructure design who is willing to manage and successfully deliver an array of challenging projects. You will have a hand in establishing and leading a driven team of design professionals, based just a stones throw away from the lively, multicultural city of Glasgow.
Benefits for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include (but are not limited to):
: Competitive salary
: Employee Pension Scheme
: Generous annual leave package
: Opportunities to pursue flexible/hybrid working
: Life Insurance Scheme
: Dedication to your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
: Opportunities to deliver upon a wide range of engineering projects across the local region
: Actively contributing to the future of the company
Responsibilities for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include:
* Overseeing and delivering a diverse array of projects and developments
* Leading a newly:established team of Civil Engineering professionals, mentoring them throughout their Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
* Overseeing all elements of design projects, from initial inception through to successful delivery/implementation
* Managing a range of water:based infrastructure and non:infrastructure design projects
* Establishing important professional relations with clients and other stakeholders
* Preparing, checking, and submitting reports, drawings, calculations, and other technical documents
* Enforcing company policies and procedures, ensuring all colleagues adhere to best practice
* Upholding the appropriate health and safety standards at all times
* Contributing to the companys Business Development strategies, acting as a trusted representative
Required skills and experience for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include:
* A UK Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or a similar field
* Chartered Status with a recognised Professional Body (e.g., ICE)
* Extensive experience of working in a design capacity, within a UK:based consultancy
* Demonstrable experience of working with water:based, non:infrastructure projects (such as reservoirs, treatment plants, etc.)
* Experience of detailed drainage and civil engineering design
* Proficiencies with software systems including Revit, AutoCAD, and more
* Considerable experience of writing, checking, and amending reports for submission
* Prior experience of managing relevant projects and people
* Experience of managing client and stakeholder relations
* Outstanding organisation, time management, team leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Hold a full, valid UK driving licence
Desirable skills and experience for the role of Principal Civil Engineer include:
* A UK Masters Degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject
* Experience of preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Sustainable Drainage Design (SuDS)
* Experience of working in a public:facing role
If you are interested in the role of Principal Civil Engineer, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.