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Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment
Location:
derby, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Posted:
23.05.2025
Expiry Date:
07.07.2025
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Job Description:
Principal Civil Engineer
Derby | Permanent | Hybrid Working
Competitive Salary + Package
I’m recruiting on behalf of a leading design & build contractor with a strong track record in the UK water sector. They’ve just secured a major long term framework with Severn Trent, and we’re looking to bring in a Principal Civil Engineer to support delivery from their Derby office.
If you’ve got infrastructure design experience and want to work on complex, technically interesting projects with strong career progression — this is well worth a look.
The Role
You’ll be a key part of the regional civils team, leading and delivering design packages for water and wastewater treatment projects. Responsibilities include:
* Producing and overseeing civil designs that are practical, cost-effective, and buildable
* Coordinating across internal and external design disciplines
* Supporting proposal teams with technical input and design estimates
* Developing and maintaining design standards and processes
* Ensuring compliance with CDM 2015, health & safety, and environmental regulations
* Mentoring and supporting junior engineers
* Contributing to a positive, client-focused culture
What They’re Looking For
Key experience:
* Strong background in civil/infrastructure design
* Sector experience in water, highways, energy, rail, or similar
* Solid knowledge of structures, hydraulics, materials, and geotechnics
* Familiar with CDM 2015, CESWI, BS, WIMES (or similar standards)
* Skilled in producing rationalised and efficient layouts
* Comfortable leading design teams and managing workload
* Relevant degree or HND in Civil Engineering
* Chartered or working toward chartership (ICE or equivalent)
* UK driving licence
* Competitive salary + car or allowance
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Private medical, health cover, life assurance
* Hybrid working setup
* Perks portal – discounts, Cycle to Work, Kids Pass, etc.
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