Principal Civil Engineer
Tamworth
Hybrid: Flexible working available
Overview
Join a respected and fast-growing engineering consultancy working at the forefront of the UK water sector. This specialist firm prides itself on a collaborative, quality-driven culture and delivers innovative design solutions across water and wastewater infrastructure projects nationwide.
As a Principal Civil Engineer, you'll take a leading role in the technical delivery of civil design projects, guiding a talented engineering team and ensuring excellence across every stage of design and construction. This role offers the chance to shape high-profile projects, influence strategy, and contribute to the sustainable development of essential water infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee the civil design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects.
* Produce and review technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
* Undertake design calculations and analysis using appropriate industry software.
* Coordinate civil design with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines.
* Conduct site visits, inspections, and provide technical support during construction.
* Mentor junior engineers, review deliverables, and maintain technical quality.
* Support business development through input into bids, proposals, and client engagement.
* Ensure compliance with UK standards, health and safety legislation, and quality procedures.
Qualifications & Experience
* 8 Years' Experience
* BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional status (ICE/IStructE/CIWEM).
* Minimum 8 years' experience delivering civil engineering designs in the UK water sector.
* Excellent leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
* Proficient in design tools such as Tekla, TEDDS, STAAD, or AutoCAD.
* Strong understanding of UK design codes, Eurocodes, and water industry standards.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.
Benefits & Culture
* Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
* Employer pension contribution and life insurance.
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
* 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Professional membership support and ongoing CPD.
* Opportunities for rapid career progression in a dynamic, forward-thinking business.
* A supportive culture focused on wellbeing, collaboration, and sustainable project delivery.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
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