Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer Esher £65k-£70k plus benefits We are working with a leading consultancy providing civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering services across various sectors. They have built a strong reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality designs, with a particular focus on temporary works and geotechnical solutions and are recognized as one of the UK’s top consultancies in these areas. The role: The Principal Engineer is required to join their dynamic team; you will be responsible for independently managing civil, structural, and geotechnical design and checking tasks, from client briefs through to delivery. You will leverage your expertise to deliver practical, cost-effective, and safe solutions in line with industry regulations, Eurocodes, and best practice standards. As a senior team member, you will also take on significant responsibility for complex projects and tasks, ensuring successful completion in terms of quality, cost, and timelines. Key Responsibilities Promote our client to both internal and external clients. Operate autonomously within the team, with the potential to take full lead responsibility for major projects or complex tasks. Regularly liaise with technicians and junior engineers to ensure efficient development of tasks, meeting timescales and budgets. Provide guidance and support to junior engineers and technicians, fostering their development. Technical Responsibilities Lead civil, structural, and geotechnical design and checking activities, independently managing projects from client briefs. Develop concept and detailed design solutions using the appropriate tools, considering the complexity of each project. Apply your in-depth knowledge to identify and implement practical, safe, and cost-effective solutions, in full compliance with statutory legislation and industry guidelines. Possess expert knowledge of structural/geotechnical software and an understanding of their limitations, alongside the ability to produce sketches by hand or using CAD. Ensure engineers and technicians under your supervision are well-briefed and supported, overseeing the process and ensuring successful task completion. Demonstrate experience in managing projects in accordance with BS EN ISO 19650, including building information modelling (BIM). Are you an experienced engineer with strong technical expertise in civil, structural, and geotechnical design? Are you are capable of working independently, managing complex tasks, and mentoring junior engineers, and do you have a solid understanding of the relevant industry standards and regulatory frameworks and take pride in delivering quality work in line with client expectations? If you are looking for an exciting opportunity with a well-established, forward-thinking consultancy, send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting and let’s get you an interview that could change your career