Senior Civil Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer
London
Hybrid: Flexible working available

Join a respected, fast‑growing engineering consultancy working at the forefront of the UK water sector. This 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 play a key role in leading multidisciplinary design teams, providing technical direction, and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, buildable, and sustainable civil engineering solutions. This position offers real career progression, professional development, and the opportunity to influence high‑impact projects from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

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 industry‑standard software.
• Coordinate civil design with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and provide technical support during construction.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality assurance across all outputs.
• Support business development activities, including bid preparation and client engagement.
• Maintain compliance with UK design standards, legislation, and best practice guidance.

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.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
• High‑level competence in design tools such as Tekla, TEDDS, STAAD, or AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Benefits and Culture

• Competitive salary package with discretionary bonus.
• Employer pension contribution and life insurance.
• Hybrid working options and flexible hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Support for professional membership and CPD.
• Opportunities for career advancement within an inclusive, forward‑thinking business.
• Contribution to meaningful water and environmental projects across the UK.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years recruitment experience.