Principal Civil

The following are essential skills for successful performance in the role:
· Degree level qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering
· Minimum of 8 years' relevant experience in a design consultancy, ideally with experience of executing, leading and managing the design of projects within rail/energy/infrastructure sectors
· 4+ years' experience of managing a team of engineers and technicians and evidence of developing their skills and knowledge
· Excellent attention to detail
· Strong written and verbal skills
· Strong analytical and design skills with the ability to interpret design requirements and analyse complex structures
· A high level of computer literacy with experience of relevant up-to-date engineering design software.
· Experience of producing simple, clear calculations and drawings
· Strong health and safety management experience including management and maintenance of CDM Risk Registers
· An adaptable and flexible working style with the ability to develop and foster collaborative working relationships
· Experience of mentoring and coaching junior engineers and technicians
· Experience of preparing bid proposals
· The ability to confidently present ideas, opinions and solutions
· Experience of monitoring compliance with design, statutory professional requirements
· Experience of attending and presenting to design review and constructability meetings with clients
· Ability to represent the company on site visits/surveys (sometimes in unsociable hours) in a professional manner
The following are desirable for successful performance in the role:
· A Masters level degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
· Near of Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (ICE or IStructE)
· Experience of effective financial management and control of projects

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