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Date Added: Sat 26/04/2025

Principal Civil Engineer

West Midlands, UK
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Company: PENGUIN RECRUITMENT LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum

My client, a specialist, collaborative multidisciplinary Consultancy is searching for a Principal Civil Engineer in the West-Midlands area, with a view to the successful applicant spending much of the time working specifically in the bustling market town of Tamworth.

Essential Criteria:

  • A BEng, MEng, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline)
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, CIWEM, etc.)
  • Extensive experience of working in the UK water industry, and in the delivery of non-infrastructure projects
  • Experience designing wastewater treatment plans, drainage, and pipelines
  • High-level competency in civil design, analysis, and construction methodologies, including the use of tools such as AutoCAD, TEDDS, etc.
  • Excellent working knowledge and application of Eurocodes, UK Design Standards, and water industry regulations
  • Possess a full UK driving licence, with a willingness to travel to various sites, as and when required

It would also be beneficial for prospective applicants to the role of Principal Civil Engineer to possess the following:

  • Good stakeholder management skills

As Principal Civil Engineer, you will be joining a successful, specialist team of design experts, with the opportunity to coordinate a talented team of engineers. Some of your roles and responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the design of water and wastewater treatment plans and projects, throughout all stages of the process
  • Designing RC elements, foundations, slabs, and other civil elements using relevant design software
  • Producing high-quality technical reports, construction plans, and specifications to align with industry standards
  • Develop a range of cost-effective engineering solutions, complying with UK industry standards, and oversee their successful implementation
  • Provide technical governance, and approve design deliverables across all facets of various projects
  • Conducting site visits for inspections and surveys, coordinating with contractors, clients, and other key stakeholders
  • Champion continued business development through strategic planning, bids, and project proposals

Working with the company as Principal Civil Engineer, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • A highly competitive salary, complete with discretionary bonuses
  • Competitive annual leave entitlement and access to a generous life insurance package
  • Prioritisation of a work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Extensive opportunities for career development and progression

To express your interest in applying for the role of Principal Civil Engineer, please contact me by calling , or by emailing . Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this position. This is a permanent role.

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