Senior / Principal Civil Engineer

Senior / Principal Civil Engineer

Full-Time 40500 - 49500 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Thomas Gray Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and design complex civil engineering projects, focusing on infrastructure and drainage solutions.
  • Company: Respected civil engineering consultancy with a strong reputation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, mentoring opportunities, and professional development.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career advancement and client engagement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on key development projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
  • Qualifications: Experience in UK civil engineering, degree in Civil Engineering, and proficiency in industry-standard software.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 Β£ per year.

About the Role

A respected civil engineering consultancy is appointing an ambitious Senior or Principal Engineer to join their established practice.

This role offers significant scope to lead technical delivery on complex infrastructure schemes, mentor junior colleagues and act as the primary client-facing engineering lead across key development projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the technical delivery and detailed design of civil engineering schemes, focusing on highways, infrastructure and drainage solutions (Su DS).
  • Serve as the main technical point of contact for clients, local authorities, statutory bodies and main contractors.
  • Manage section agreement submissions and approvals (S38, S278, S104, S185).
  • Mentor, support and review the work of graduate and junior engineers within the team.
  • Conduct site walkovers, technical appraisals and feasibility assessments.
  • Support project financials, fee proposals and project management tracking.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Proven track record within a UK civil engineering consultancy environment.
  • Extensive technical background in highways, junction design, flood risk assessments and sustainable drainage systems.
  • Degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng) or relevant equivalent qualification.
  • Chartered or Incorporated status (CEng / IEng with ICE or CIHT) or actively working towards professional accreditation.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard software (Civil 3D, Micro Drainage / Causeway Flow, Auto CAD).
  • Strong commercial awareness and confident client-management skills.
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Senior / Principal Civil Engineer employer: Thomas Gray Ltd

At Thomas Gray Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the field of building safety. Our North London location provides unique opportunities for professional growth, with flexible working patterns that support a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in residential development.

Thomas Gray Ltd

Contact Details:

Thomas Gray Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior / Principal Civil Engineer

Technical Delivery
Civil Engineering Design
Highways Design
Drainage Solutions (SuDS)
Client Management
Section Agreement Submissions (S38, S278, S104, S185)
Mentoring