At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of highways and drainage for exciting development projects.
- Company: Reputable consultancy with a focus on innovative infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous leave, and career progression support.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and work on high-profile, impactful projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil infrastructure design and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 46000 - 65000 £ per year.
An established and highly regarded development infrastructure consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior / Principal Civil Engineer into its growing Bristol office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with strong experience in highways, drainage and development infrastructure design to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team working on a wide range of complex, high-profile projects across the UK.
The Opportunity
Working as part of a supportive and technically strong team, you'll be involved in the design and coordination of highways, drainage, earthworks and development infrastructure schemes, with the opportunity to take a lead role in project delivery and client-facing responsibilities depending on your level of experience. Projects are varied and often complex, spanning:
- Residential developments and masterplans
- Commercial and mixed-use schemes
- Retail and logistics developments
- Education facilities
- Public realm and regeneration projects
- Utility and infrastructure upgrades
- Major public sector buildings and associated external works
The Role
As a Senior / Principal Civil Engineer, you'll play a key role in leading and delivering infrastructure design across a broad range of development projects. Responsibilities will include:
- Leading the design and delivery of highways and drainage infrastructure for development schemes
- Producing and reviewing highway designs (S38 / S278) at both preliminary and detailed design stages
- Delivering drainage designs (S104 / S98) including:
- Surface water drainage
- Foul drainage
- SuDS design
- Flow control and attenuation / balancing solutions
- Foul pumping stations
- Undertaking earthworks and site level design for development projects
- Coordinating with planners, architects, external consultants, and approving authorities
- Supporting the technical delivery of projects from early feasibility through to detailed design and approvals
- Managing design workflows and ensuring quality and efficiency across project outputs
- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and technicians
- Taking on increased responsibility in project leadership, client liaison and team development at Principal level
What We're Looking For
To be considered, you should have:
- Strong experience in civil infrastructure design, particularly within highways and/or drainage
- A background working on UK development infrastructure projects
- Good working knowledge of relevant design standards, approvals and technical requirements
- Proficiency in software such as:
- Civil 3D
- MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage
- Causeway Flow
- PDS
- Experience producing and coordinating designs for residential, commercial or mixed-use developments
- ABEng / MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience)
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
What's On Offer
Salary of £46,000 - £65,000 depending on experience. Hybrid working and flexibility. Competitive benefits package. Regular salary reviews. Generous annual leave. Clear career progression pathway. Structured Chartership support. A friendly, collaborative and modern working environment. The opportunity to work on high-profile, technically interesting development projects.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy that genuinely invests in its people and offers the chance to work on complex and rewarding infrastructure schemes in a supportive environment.
Senior / Principal Design Engineer employer: Aldwych Consulting Ltd
Join a highly regarded construction consultancy in Hampshire that prioritises its people and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a strong focus on career development, you will have access to mentorship and structured progression opportunities, ensuring your professional growth is supported every step of the way. Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and the chance to work on diverse projects while building lasting client relationships in a friendly environment.
