Details:
- Salary: £60,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Cardiff
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Principal Civil Engineer
Cardiff
£60,000 - £65,000
A medium-sized, multi-discipline civil engineering firm is looking to find an experienced Principal Engineer with exposure to highways and drainage.
This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Civil Engineer who wants to take charge of the technical delivery of a varied project portfolio, setting the standard for engineering quality while playing a real part in the commercial success of the business.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Civil Engineering Director, you’ll oversee the technical delivery of a portfolio of projects, ensuring the engineering is accurate and of the highest quality. You’ll also take responsibility for design quality management and the commercial performance of your projects.
You’ll stay hands-on, producing technical design work and reports yourself, while supporting and developing the engineers in your design team and building strong, engaging relationships with clients.
The consultancy is busy across a wide mix of sectors, including:
Private and social housing
Care homes
Renewable energy, notably wind farms
Industrial and commercial developments
Remediation
RailAbout You
Around eight years’ post-graduate experience, with a track record of taking design responsibility for projects
Chartered status is likely, though candidates with comparable experience and expertise are welcome
Strong competence in drainage, highways and civil infrastructure design
Familiarity with adoption procedures for highway authorities and water utilities
Working knowledge of MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microsoft Office (desirable)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
An empathetic, supportive approach to leading a team, and confidence with clients
Current UK driving licence
Client management and marketing aptitude, and Welsh language skills, would be welcomed but are not essentialWhat’s on Offer
A competitive salary, matched to your experience
A clear route to Associate and potentially Director level, with no obligation to follow it
Annual bonuses so you share in the company’s success
Generous leave allowance
An above-standard pension, plus free access to a financial adviser
Free private health insurance for you and your family, including children up to 25
Free travel insurance for you and your immediate family
Professional membership fees paid, with ICE mentor accreditation and mentoring for other professional bodies
Funded training and time off to attend courses
Flexible working
Modern open-plan offices with free parking and excellent road links
Cycle-to-work scheme, childcare vouchers, free eye tests and Gympass
A friendly culture with company-funded team outings, a Christmas meal for staff and partners, and unlimited fresh fruit, drinks and snacks in the office
Candidates who are the level below (Senior) or above (Associate/AD) will also be considered Interested?
If you are interested in this Principal Civil Engineer role, please contact Callum at Aztrum via