At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting civil engineering projects and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic team.
- Company: Well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, hybrid working, pension, and comprehensive benefits.
- Other info: Clear progression towards Associate Director level in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Take ownership of projects and influence the growth of a successful team.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and experience in highways and drainage design.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
I'm currently working with a well-established, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy who are looking to appoint a Principal / Associate Civil Engineer to support the continued growth of their Civil Engineering team in Billericay. With a strong reputation across the South East and a healthy pipeline of secured work, the business delivers a diverse range of residential, commercial, industrial, education, healthcare and mixed-use developments for both private and public sector clients. Due to continued project wins, they're now looking for an experienced Civil Engineer who can combine technical expertise with project leadership and client management.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Directors, you’ll play a key role in leading the delivery of highways, drainage and development infrastructure projects while mentoring junior engineers and supporting the continued growth of the Civil Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for either an established Principal Engineer or an experienced Senior Engineer looking to step into an Associate-level position with genuine autonomy and progression.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of highways, drainage and development infrastructure projects from feasibility through to construction.
- Produce and review technical designs, calculations, reports and specifications.
- Lead and mentor Civil Engineers and Technicians within the team.
- Manage project programmes, budgets and resources across multiple projects.
- Liaise directly with clients, architects, local authorities and multidisciplinary design teams.
- Oversee Section 38, Section 278, Section 104 and SuDS designs and approvals.
- Attend client meetings and help develop long-term relationships.
- Support fee proposals, project planning and business development activities.
- Ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget and the highest technical standards.
Requirements
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering.
- Chartered Engineer (ICE) or working towards Chartership.
- Strong consultancy background delivering development infrastructure projects.
- Extensive experience in highways and drainage design.
- Proficient in Civil 3D together with InfoDrainage or MicroDrainage.
- Good understanding of Section 38, Section 278, Section 104, SuDS and UK design standards.
- Previous experience leading projects and mentoring junior engineers.
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to build client relationships.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of £60,000 - £75,000 depending on experience.
- Annual bonus.
- Hybrid working.
- Pension and comprehensive benefits package.
- Clear progression towards Associate Director level.
- Opportunity to influence the growth of a successful Civil Engineering team.
- Varied workload across residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments.
- Supportive, collaborative environment with genuine long-term career progression.
If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership of projects, help shape a growing team and continue progressing your career within a well-respected consultancy, I’d be keen to tell you more.
Principal / Associate Civil Engineer - Billericay employer: RGB Network
Join a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Billericay, where you will enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working options. The company fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture, offering clear pathways for career progression towards Associate Director level while allowing you to take ownership of diverse projects across various sectors. With a strong reputation and a healthy pipeline of work, this is an excellent opportunity for professional growth and meaningful contributions to the Civil Engineering team.
