Principal Civil Design Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer - London (Permanent)

Salary: £55,000 - £62,000 + Benefits
We're working with a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join their growing London office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to take a leading role in the design and delivery of diverse civil infrastructure projects across the residential, commercial, education, industrial, and urban regeneration sectors.

About the Role

As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing project delivery, mentoring junior engineers, liaising directly with clients, and leading civil engineering input from concept to construction. You will have a strong technical background and be confident managing multi-disciplinary teams on a range of development infrastructure schemes.
You will work closely with both civil and structural teams, contributing to the business's growth while maintaining a high standard of technical delivery and client service.

Key Responsibilities

Leading design and delivery of infrastructure and drainage projects
Preparing and reviewing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA)
SuDS and detailed drainage system design
Earthworks and levels strategy
S106, build-over, and S278 applications
Public realm and highway improvements
Hard landscaping and external works design
Coordinating with stakeholders, local authorities, and clients
Mentoring and reviewing work of junior staff
Ensuring compliance with design standards and project deadlines

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum of 8+ years' experience in UK civil engineering design
Proven leadership on development infrastructure projects
Strong client-facing skills and project coordination ability
In-depth experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PDS, and MicroDrainage (WinDes)
Solid understanding of UK planning policies and approval processes
Chartered or working towards Chartered status with ICE

What's on Offer

£55,000 - £62,000 annual salary
Annual discretionary bonus
Hybrid/flexible working options
28 days annual leave + public holidays
£250/year toward home working setup
Professional membership fees paid
Company mobile phone
£100/year toward bicycle maintenance
Access to a Life Coach & Wellbeing Practitioner
Annual company weekend retreat
Sociable team culture with regular events
Pension scheme
Structured career progression and CPD support

Apply today or contact Will Herman on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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