Principal / Senior Civil Engineer
Location: Central London
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (DOE)
Start Date: ASAP
Join a well-established multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy based in the heart of Central London, seeking a Principal or Senior Civil Engineer with 5+ years’ experience in drainage, highways, and road design.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing civils team (currently 8 people), within a supportive London office of 19, and a wider business of around 60 professionals. You’ll work across a diverse project portfolio – including industrial, commercial, residential, retail, healthcare, and leisure developments – while playing a key role in project delivery and team leadership.
They’re looking for someone who brings technical expertise and leadership, but also a positive, team-focused mindset, with a passion for creative problem-solving.
Why Join?
* Fast-track route to senior management within a growing and ambitious business
* Excellent work-life balance with hybrid working options
* Support for Chartership (ICE or IStructE), including structured training and mentoring
* A friendly, social team culture, with regular events and a collaborative environment
* A diverse and busy project pipeline, offering real variety and responsibility
* Clear career progression path with a focus on internal promotion
Salary & Benefits
* 25 days’ holiday (plus additional days based on length of service)
* Option to buy/sell annual leave
* Annual bonus scheme (based on personal and company performance)
* Company pension scheme with access to independent pension advice
* Employee Assistance Programme, offering legal, financial, and personal support
* ICE/IStructE Chartership support and structured CPD
* Regular social events and team-building activities
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading and mentoring a team of engineers from apprentice to experienced levels
* Client liaison for project delivery and developing new opportunities
* Designing drainage, roads, earthworks, and infrastructure across a variety of sectors
* Producing drawings from concept through to construction stage
* Preparing Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, Service Reports, and SuDS designs
* Working on technical approvals for Section 104, 38, 278 and other relevant consents
* Carrying out site audits, feasibility studies, and swept path assessments
What You’ll Need
* A degree in Civil Engineering (or similar)
* At least 5 years’ experience in UK civil engineering consultancy work
* Strong report writing skills – e.g. Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Statements
* Experience with AutoCAD and drainage design software such as Micro Drainage
* Familiarity with Auto Track for swept path analysis
* Working knowledge of ground modelling software for road and earthworks design
If you're a motivated and experienced engineer looking to step up into a leadership role within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of a team where your ideas, expertise, and career ambitions are genuinely valued.