At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead drainage design and manage project delivery in a growing civil engineering team.
- Company: Sustainability-focused consultancy with a strong emphasis on development and regeneration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and structured professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term progression and mentorship within a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a leadership role while shaping the future of civil engineering.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering, strong drainage and flood risk design experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Ready to step into a leadership role with real influence? This Principal Civil Engineer opportunity in Cambridge offers progression, technical ownership and the chance to shape a growing civil engineering team.
A well-established, environmentally focused multi-disciplinary consultancy is strengthening its civil capability across development and regeneration schemes. As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will lead drainage design, Flood Risk Assessments and SuDS strategies from concept through to detailed delivery.
The Principal Civil Engineer will oversee technical quality, mentor junior staff and manage client relationships while working closely with environmental and planning teams. This role combines hands-on design expertise with leadership responsibility within a growing Cambridge office.
Key responsibilities- Lead drainage design, SuDS strategies and Flood Risk Assessments
- Oversee calculations, reports and technical outputs
- Manage project delivery, budgets and client relationships
- Mentor engineers and graduates within the team
- Collaborate across multi-disciplinary project teams
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or similar
- Strong experience in drainage, SuDS and flood risk design
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MicroDrainage or similar
- Chartered or working toward chartership
- Confident client-facing leadership capability
This role offers genuine influence and long-term progression within a sustainability-led consultancy. The salary for this position is £60,000 - £70,000, alongside flexible working and structured development.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
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Join a well-established, environmentally focused multi-disciplinary consultancy in Cambridge, where your role as Principal Civil Engineer will not only allow you to lead innovative drainage designs and flood risk assessments but also foster a collaborative work culture that prioritises mentorship and professional growth. With a competitive salary range of £60,000 - £70,000, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to sustainability, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
