Principal Civil Engineer

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Bennett & Game are representing a fast-growing and award-winning Civil, Structural and Transport Planning consultancy. They are looking to employ a Principal and Senior Civil Engineer to join their expanding team. With a diverse client base ranging from local businesses to national housebuilders, commercial developers, regional contractors and local authorities, this is a role that promises genuine variety and responsibility.
Their work covers a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial and care-related developments, with involvement in large-scale schemes in the South of England. They contribute civil engineering input to planning stages and the design of associated on- and off-site infrastructure. The role offers exposure to complex projects from early feasibility through to delivery, within a consultancy environment that values technical quality, professional development and collaborative working.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary - dependent on experience. Quarterly bonus scheme of up to 10% of annual salary, with overage bonus if company targets are exceeded. 5% employer pension contribution (Standard Life). Private healthcare through Vitality, including active rewards. 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with your birthday off if it falls during the working week. Holiday buy & sell scheme - purchase up to 5 extra days, sell up to 4. Flexible hours (8am-6pm, core 10am-4pm) with the option of up to 2 days home working per week. Funded professional membership. Regular CPD, internal/external training and mentoring opportunities. Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support. One annual paid community/charity day. Cycle to Work scheme and free flu vaccination.Role Overview
As a Principal or Senior Civil Engineer, you will: Work within a design team delivering drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes. Undertake and manage resources for the design of: Drainage systems (Sewers for Adoption, building regulations, SuDS Manual). On- and off-site highways (DMRB, Manual for Streets). Manage civil engineering projects from planning through to detailed design, covering drainage, highways and external works. Prepare fee proposals and manage project budgets. Produce and review technical reports, designs and drawings, ensuring quality standards. Use AutoCAD and 3D design software (Site 3D or equivalent) with willingness to expand into other packages. Attend client meetings and site visits, liaising with developers, architects and local authorities. Mentor and train junior staff, reviewing their outputs and supporting professional development. Share knowledge and provide support across regional offices and departments. Co-operate with Quality Management Systems through design and administrative responsibilities.Requirements
Degree or HND in Civil Engineering. Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or working towards with the ICE. Minimum 5 years' experience in consultancy. Experience with local authorities, developers and architects across residential, commercial and care/retirement schemes. Varied experience delivering projects through the planning process (pre-app to condition discharge). Strong project management skills, particularly across drainage, highways and external works. Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D design software (Site 3D or equivalent). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, exercise sound engineering judgement and manage resources effectively.Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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Location:
Fareham, Hampshire
Salary:
£55,000 - £60,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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