At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage infrastructure projects while mentoring a team of engineers.
- Company: Dynamic engineering firm with a focus on innovative infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, enhanced pension, medical insurance, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact in civil engineering.
- Qualifications: Civil Engineering degree and experience in highway design and drainage.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are recruiting for a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to join our clients Birmingham office on a fulltime hybrid basis. The role is within a team of drainage and development infrastructure specialists. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and grow your career in the development team. If you are looking for a new role that supports you whilst you are leading a team of engineers, then this is for you!
What’s on offer:
- Hybrid / Flexible working
- Cycle to work
- ICE Chartership support
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Clear progression path with regular performance reviews
- Salary reviews each year DOE
- Medical insurance / Life Assurance
- Income protection
The role:
- Day to day project management in the delivery of concept studies and strategies with hands on design, leading to planning applications or construction drawing issue
- Taking financial responsibility for your projects and being responsible for ensuring your projects are delivered to budget, programme and technical standards
- Working on varied multi-disciplinary projects and client accounts, liaising with clients at a local and national level
- Direct line management, including mentoring and managing early career professionals ensuring technical excellence is in everything we deliver
- Assisting in the preparation of fee proposals, and involvement in business development activities
- Helping maintain the culture and positive working environment in the team
What you need to succeed:
- Preferably a Civil Engineering degree and either be Chartered or approaching Chartered status with experience in highway and highway drainage design
- Strong post graduate experience in a civil engineering working environment
- The ability to produce masterplans, site appraisals, write reports to support planning applications, design calculations and construction drawings
- A solid engineering foundation and an understanding of highway design and highway drainage principles (layout, etc.)
- Experience in using Civils 3D or PDS (or similar software packages) together with experience in applying Highways England/DMRB and Local Authority design guidance
- Experience in design of drainage using InfoDrainage and a background in Water Company related work inclusive of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, DMRB and Local Authority Design Guides, and to be well versed in the preparation of drawings for Contract Documents and requisite technical agreements
- The ability to work effectively with colleagues including more senior and junior staff in producing designs, drawings and reports is essential.
Principal Infrastructure Engineer in Birmingham employer: Strata Consulting
Join a dynamic team in Birmingham as a Principal Infrastructure Engineer, where you will benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With flexible hybrid working options, enhanced pension schemes, and regular salary reviews, this role offers a clear progression path while allowing you to lead and mentor a talented group of engineers on diverse projects. Experience a collaborative environment that values technical excellence and fosters innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
