Principal Civil Engineer

PRINCIPAL CIVIL ENGINEER - HIGHWAYS & DRAINAGEApply (by clicking the relevant button) after checking through all the related job information below.FarehamSalary up to 65,000Are you a driven and experienced civil engineering professional ready to lead high-impact infrastructure projects? We are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer (Highways & Drainage) to join our growing team and play a key role in delivering innovative, sustainable, and technically excellent solutions.As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of highways and drainage schemes across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and performance.Key Responsibilities of this Principal Civil Engineer role include:Lead the design of highways and drainage infrastructure projects from concept through to completionOversee technical approvals and ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., DMRB, local authority requirements)Manage project teams, budgets, and client relationshipsDeliver detailed designs including S278/S38 highways, surface water drainage, and SuDS schemesCoordinate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholdersProvide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and techniciansKey requirements of this Principal Civil Engineer role include:Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) status preferredExtensive experience in highways and drainage designProficiency in industry software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage)Strong knowledge of UK design standards and approval processesExcellent communication and leadership skillsWhat is on offer? xjdpvnf Competitive salary and performance bonusFlexible working arrangementsClear career progression pathwaySupport for continued professional developmentGenerous holiday allowance and benefits packageIf you are ready to take the lead on impactful infrastructure projects and shape the built environment, we want to hear from you today! Please send your CV to MIKAELA

Created: 2026-03-18