At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting civil engineering projects and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic team.
- Company: Established engineering consultancy with a strong reputation and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, flexible hours, competitive salary, and annual performance bonuses.
- Other info: Great opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Why this job: Take the next step in your career and shape the future of civil engineering in Glasgow.
- Qualifications: Strong civil engineering background with experience in roads, drainage, and client relations.
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working: Hybrid / Flexible
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Civil Engineer to join an established and growing engineering consultancy in its Glasgow office. With 100+ staff across multiple UK offices, the business has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality civil and structural engineering solutions across a range of sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Civil Engineer, Principal Engineer or potentially an Associate-level candidate to strengthen their Glasgow team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career, with the chance to play a key role in technical delivery, team development, client relationships and business growth.
The Role
The successful candidate will have a strong civil engineering background and experience across areas such as:
- Roads and infrastructure design
- Drainage and surface water management
- Earthworks and levels
- Flood risk and drainage assessments
- Civil engineering design for development projects
- Preparation and review of technical reports, drawings and specifications
- Supporting and mentoring junior engineers
- Working closely with clients, contractors and other consultants
As the team develops, there will also be opportunities to help shape and grow the Glasgow civil engineering team, working closely with the Regional Director and wider senior leadership.
What We're Looking For
We're keen to speak with experienced Civil Engineers at Senior, Principal or Associate level who can demonstrate:
- A strong technical background in civil engineering
- Experience with roads, drainage, earthworks, levels and/or flood risk
- Experience working within a consultancy environment
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- The ability to mentor and support less experienced engineers
- A collaborative, team-focused approach
- Ambition to help develop and grow a team
- Existing contacts within the Scottish/Glasgow development and engineering market would be advantageous
- An interest in business development and work winning, with support from the Regional Director and wider senior team
What's on Offer
- Hybrid working
- Flexible working hours
- Annual performance-related bonus
- Competitive salary
- Excellent company benefits package
- Strong opportunities for career progression
- Supportive senior leadership team
- Opportunity to help shape and grow the Glasgow office
- Varied and interesting project portfolio
- Professional development and training
- The opportunity to take a leading role within a growing regional team
This is a particularly good opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer looking to step up into a Principal role, or an existing Principal/Associate looking for greater responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to help build a team.
If you'd like to discuss the role confidentially, contact Mike Power at Emtech Recruitment.
Principal Civil Engineer in Glasgow employer: Emtech Recruitment
Emtech Recruitment is an excellent employer for those passionate about sustainability and structural engineering. With a strong focus on career growth, employees benefit from competitive salaries, hybrid working arrangements, and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive work culture that values innovation and development. Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking consultancy that prioritises both personal and professional advancement in vibrant cities like London and Manchester.
