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 mannerThe 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