Principal Engineer/ Associate Wanted - Immediate Start!
Leicester | £50K-£60K+ (DOE)
Permanent, Full-Time
Are you an experienced Principal Engineer?
Regional Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Principal Engineer/ Associate to join an ambitious, independent consultancy based in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a growing organisation, working on a varied portfolio of highway, infrastructure, public realm and development projects ranging from local highway improvements through to major multi-million-pound development schemes for both private and public sector clients.
What's on Offer:
Opportunity to lead and grow your own team
Diverse and technically challenging projects
Clear career progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the business
Qualifications
Essential:
Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification
Extensive experience in highways, infrastructure and drainage design
Strong understanding of DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20, NRSWA and related standards
Experience with S278, S38 and S104 adoption agreements
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civils 3D and drainage modelling software including Causeway Flow
Experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies for planning applications
Good understanding of SuDS, NPPF, PPG and flood risk legislation
Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills
Proven ability to manage projects and lead teams effectively
Strong commercial awareness and ability to support business development
Ability to produce clear and accurate technical reports
Desirable:
Chartered status, or working towards Chartership (ICE, CIHT or CIWEM)
Experience in construction phase supervision and contract management
Experience preparing fee proposals and bids
Understanding of Flood Risk Activity Permits and Land Drainage Consent processes
Roles & Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of highway, infrastructure and drainage projects
Prepare designs in accordance with current legislation, national standards and best practice
Manage projects, resources, budgets and programme delivery
Attend meetings with clients, architects, contractors, local authorities and statutory bodies
Produce technical reports, Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies
Build and maintain strong client relationships to support business growth
Requirements
As a Principal Engineer/ Associate, you will also be expected to:
Support and mentor junior engineers and assist with team development
About Regional Recruitment
This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.
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