Senior OR Principal Environmental Engineer

6 days ago


South West, United Kingdom Advance TRS Full time

Are you a skilled and passionate Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with experience in civil engineering? We have an excellent opportunity for you to join our dynamic team in our Bristol, Newport, or Newcastle office as a Principal or Senior Engineer. In this role, you will lead the delivery of a diverse range of projects focused on environmental improvement, flood risk management, and infrastructure development.

About Us

We are a well-established environmental and engineering consultancy dedicated to sustainability and resilience against climate change. With offices in multiple countries worldwide, including the UK and Ireland, we are independent and employee-owned, allowing us to prioritize innovation and exceptional client service. Our workforce is central to our success, and we invest heavily in supporting staff development. We believe in making a positive difference in the world and are proud to be a great place to work.

Your Role

This is a unique opportunity to blend your engineering expertise with your commitment to environmental stewardship. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing projects from start to finish, including contracts, budgeting, specification preparation, scheduling, change management, and risk assessment.
Providing technical leadership in developing sustainable and resilient solutions that meet client requirements.
Coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.
Promoting technical innovation to enhance efficiency and quality, adopting the latest methodologies and tools.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and key stakeholders.
Leading Safety in Design, ensuring compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and environmental legislation.
Leading and supporting business development through successful tender submissions.
Mentoring and developing junior team members.
Engaging in STEM activities, attending conferences, and collaborating with academic institutions.We encourage and support professional development and offer opportunities for career progression into team leadership or management roles.

About You

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our multidisciplinary team, which includes engineers, ecologists, and geomorphologists. You will be involved in civil and environmental engineering projects that promote nature-based solutions and climate resilience, such as natural flood management initiatives.

Your focus will be on providing project leadership, technical guidance, and governance on various appraisal, design, and construction projects. You will work with a diverse range of public, private, and third-sector clients to develop flood risk and civil infrastructure solutions that prioritize environmental restoration and enhancement.

Qualifications and Skills

A degree or equivalent qualification in civil, structural, or geotechnical engineering.
Chartered status with an appropriate professional body (e.g., ICE, CIWEM).
A full UK driving license.
Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
A passion for sustainability and resilience to climate change.Desirable Attributes

Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Ability to empathize with clients and colleagues.
Capable of managing complex and varied workloads.
A collaborative team player.
Competence in working within budgets and meeting deadlines.
Strong and effective communication skills.Location and Flexibility

We support hybrid working, offering flexibility in your working arrangements. The role is available across multiple office locations. We are always looking for talented, committed, and inspiring individuals to join us in our mission to build a more resilient future. In return, we offer rewarding careers with ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're ready to build your career with us and help shape a sustainable future, we'd love to hear from you

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status



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