Principal Civil Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer

Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Our client is one of the largest employee-owned engineering consultancies in the UK. From the moment you join, you become part of their ownership programme, aligning your success with the company's growth.

With a stellar reputation for delivering projects that meet the demands of a modern, ever-evolving world, they now have an exciting opportunity for a driven Principal Civil Engineer to join their dynamic Edinburgh office.

Founded 60 years ago as a small design office, this multidisciplinary consultancy has grown to employ around 300 staff across multiple UK locations. Their strong national presence attracts a diverse client base, resulting in an enviable project pipeline.

Role Overview:

As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will take a lead role in the engineering design of projects across various sectors, including health and leisure, residential, conservation and refurbishment, education, landscaping, industrial and commercial, breweries, and hotels. You will work on projects that are both challenging and rewarding, contributing to the consultancy's continued success.

Requirements:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered status.
• Several years of consultancy experience.
• Proficiency in Microdrainage, Civils3D, and SuDS drainage design.
• Ability to produce Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports for planning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum.
• 5% Personal pension scheme.
• Award-winning training programmes.
• Group income protection (50% of salary).
• Life insurance (3x salary).
• Flexible working options, including work-from-home.
• Annual payment of professional institution fees.