Senior Civil Engineer in Tamworth)

Principal Civil Engineer

Tamworth

Hybrid: Flexible working available

Join a respected and fast-growing engineering consultancy working at the forefront of the UK water sector. This specialist firm prides itself on a collaborative, quality-driven culture and delivers innovative design solutions across water and wastewater infrastructure projects nationwide.

As a Principal Civil Engineer, you’ll take a leading role in the technical delivery of civil design projects, guiding a talented engineering team and ensuring excellence across every stage of design and construction. This role offers the chance to shape high-profile projects, influence strategy, and contribute to the sustainable development of essential water infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the civil design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Produce and review technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Undertake design calculations and analysis using appropriate industry software.
• Coordinate civil design with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and provide technical support during construction.
• Mentor junior engineers, review deliverables, and maintain technical quality.
• Support business development through input into bids, proposals, and client engagement.
• Ensure compliance with UK standards, health and safety legislation, and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• 8 Years’ Experience
• BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional status (ICE/IStructE/CIWEM).
• Minimum 8 years’ experience delivering civil engineering designs in the UK water sector.
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in design tools such as Tekla, TEDDS, STAAD, or AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of UK design codes, Eurocodes, and water industry standards.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
• Employer pension contribution and life insurance.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Professional membership support and ongoing CPD.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression in a dynamic, forward‑thinking business.
• A supportive culture focused on wellbeing, collaboration, and sustainable project delivery.

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