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Principal Civil Engineer, United Kingdom
Client: Strata Construction Consulting
Location: United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 2
Posted: 09.07.2025
Expiry Date: 23.08.2025
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Principal Highways Design Engineer to join our client's team in Cheshire. In this key role, you will oversee and manage the design process for various projects, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality designs that meet budgetary and client requirements.
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience
* Profit share bonus
* Annual and on-the-spot bonuses
* Healthcare cash plan, including dental and optical
* Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc.)
* Subsidised social activities
The role:
* Ensure designs are delivered within the programme and budget;
* Manage resource allocations to ensure team members are fully utilized on priority tasks;
* Prepare and manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure financial accountability;
* Act as the primary contact for clients, stakeholders, and project partners;
* Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle;
* Ensure designs comply with MCHW, DMRB, and local design guidance, incorporating all relevant authorities' requirements;
* Review and authorize design information and reports, providing constructive feedback;
What you need to succeed:
* Proactive management skills and confidence to lead teams with a growing workload;
* Effective resource management skills ensuring optimal staffing;
* Strong technical experience in highway design environments;
* Proven project management skills in highway projects, delivering on time and within budget;
* Independent judgment and decision-making abilities;
* Experience mentoring and supervising Highway Design staff;
* Good knowledge of Highways Technical documents within the DMRB;
* Experience developing contract documents in accordance with Highway contracts;
* Ability to advise clients on technical issues at a senior level in highway structures;
* Working knowledge of Civils 3D CAD software.
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