Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Principal Civil & Structural Engineer to join their growing team, specialising in structural engineering projects in rail infrastructure. Our client will consider contract as well as permanent. Duties: * Technical leadership * Team and project management - Key member of the structural design teams through all the project stages * Undertake structural design for projects including rail infrastructure * Comply with design standards and undertake and manage the drawings, specifications, and design deliverables * Client and business engagement - Act as structural engineering contact and build and maintain strong relationships with clients and contractors Requirements: * BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering * Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a design consultancy. * Proficiency in design software and a high level of computer literacy. * Knowledge of UK design codes, standards and industry specifications * Membership of a relevant professional body (ICE or IStructE) or near chartered status * A current clean UK driving license is advantageous