Principal Civil Engineer in London

MHB Consultants is an engineering design consultancy specializing in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical and Bridge Engineering, and Temporary Works designs. Headquartered in Glasgow, with regional offices in Edinburgh, York, and London, MHB Consultants delivers technical expertise to a diverse client base across the UK. Our clients include construction firms, transport agencies, local authorities, engineering consultants, and private clients. We are committed to providing innovative engineering solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs.

We are seeking a full-time Principal Civil Engineer to join our London office in an on-site capacity. The Principal Civil Engineer will take a lead role in designing, planning, and delivering civil engineering projects while liaising with clients, contractors, and internal teams. Key responsibilities include reviewing designs, providing technical guidance, managing stormwater management tasks, and implementing civil engineering best practices. This role also entails mentoring junior engineers and ensuring all projects meet regulatory and client standards.

As a Principal Engineer, you will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for engineering projects. You will guide project teams, liaise with clients, and ensure the successful delivery of engineering projects on time and on budget. This role involves building strong client relationships and driving business development and innovation.

• Lead the design, planning and execution of major infrastructure projects.
• Development of conceptual designs, production of engineering designs, drawings, and reports per project requirements, and ensuring technical compliance.
• Provide technical oversight and approval for complex solutions.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams and ensure project compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Manage project teams, ensuring deliverables are on time and within budget.
• Build strong client relationships and secure new business opportunities.
• Guide and mentor senior engineers, providing technical and managerial support.
• Oversee the financial management and profitability of projects.
• Contribute to business development and secure new projects through client engagement and proposal writing.
• Attend meetings representing the team and the company in industry events and technical publications.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ICE or IStructE accredited course. Chartered Engineer with ICE or related professional body. Proven track record acting as a Contractor’s Responsible Engineer (CRE).
• Skills: Exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and client development skills. Strong business acumen with a focus on project profitability and delivery. Ability to manage complex projects and large multidisciplinary teams. Exceptional client management and negotiation skills. Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and clients to ensure successful project execution.
• Experience: Typically, 8+ years of experience in a relevant discipline with a successful track record of leading and delivering high-profile projects.
• Personal Attributes: Aptitude to work on your own initiative, be proactive and take responsibility. The initiative, a flexible approach, and the ability to multitask and prioritise. Highly motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team. Enthusiastic, hardworking and a positive outlook and approachable manner. Good communication and teamwork abilities. Willingness to learn and adapt. Operate in a fast-paced and dynamic multi-tasking environment.

• A full clean driving license would be an advantage.
• Sentinel Track Safety – PTS holder.
• Familiar with NEC4 suite of contracts.
• Due to the nature of this role, site work, overnight or weekend work may be required.

The company has a “can do” attitude, a chance to prove yourself at a growing company, and lots of opportunities to gain business experience, dealing with the full cycle of business activities from winning work, carrying it out, as well as developing and running a design team.

MHB Consultants was established in 2006 and currently has 70 staff based in four offices (Glasgow, Edinburgh, York and London). Our workload is 70% design work in the rail industry, with the balance in transportation, energy, heavy civil engineering, and structural sectors. Our company aims to provide practical solutions to save money for our clients. MHB became an employee‑owned company in July 2020, and as an employee‑owned business MHB is always looking for capable and self‑motivated team members who want to join a successful business and share in our future success.