Principal Civil Engineer

1 week ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Calibre Search Full time

Principal Civil Engineer - Water Sector
Newcastle

A leading UK Consultancy within the water and environmental infrastructure sector is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join its expanding team in Newcastle. This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in delivering major water infrastructure projects across the UK, contributing to sustainable, resilient and innovative engineering solutions that enhance communities and protect the environment.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for leading and delivering Civil Engineering design throughout all stages of the project lifecycle - from strategic planning and feasibility through to detailed design and delivery support. The role will involve managing multidisciplinary teams, mentoring developing Engineers and working directly with clients to ensure the effective design and delivery of clean water, wastewater, drainage and flood management schemes. The work will include network design, treatment works, urban drainage, surface water management and climate resilience initiatives, with a focus on innovation, sustainability and digital design.

Applicants should be Chartered or Incorporated Civil Engineers, ideally through ICE or CIWEM, with substantial experience in the water, environmental or infrastructure sectors. They should demonstrate strong technical leadership, sound engineering judgement and a collaborative approach to project delivery. Proven experience managing design teams, coordinating complex infrastructure projects and contributing to framework or programme delivery is highly desirable. A passion for developing people, driving technical excellence and embedding sustainable practices is essential.

This Consultancy offers a progressive and inclusive working environment that encourages innovation, professional development and collaboration. The successful candidate will join a supportive national team delivering technically challenging and socially valuable projects, with access to flexible working arrangements and clear routes for career progression.

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are available, alongside opportunities to contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects that shape the future of sustainable water and environmental infrastructure across the UK.

For more information about this role, please contact Sam Smith at Calibre Search or click apply

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business

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