Senior Civil Engineer

TamworthHybrid: Flexible working available

Join a respected and fast-growing engineering consultancy working at the forefront of the UK water sector. This specialist firm prides itself on a collaborative, quality-driven culture and delivers innovative design solutions across water and wastewater infrastructure projects nationwide.

As a Principal Civil Engineer, you'll take a leading role in the technical delivery of civil design projects, guiding a talented engineering team and ensuring excellence across every stage of design and construction. This role offers the chance to shape high-profile projects, influence strategy, and contribute to the sustainable development of essential water infrastructure.

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  Lead and oversee the civil design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects.

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  Produce and review technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings.

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  Undertake design calculations and analysis using appropriate industry software.

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  Coordinate civil design with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines.

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  Conduct site visits, inspections, and provide technical support during construction.

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  Mentor junior engineers, review deliverables, and maintain technical quality.

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  Support business development through input into bids, proposals, and client engagement.

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  Ensure compliance with UK standards, health and safety legislation, and quality procedures.

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  BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

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  Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional status (ICE/IStructE/CIWEM).

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  Minimum 8 years' experience delivering civil engineering designs in the UK water sector.

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  Excellent leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.

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  Proficient in design tools such as Tekla, TEDDS, STAAD, or AutoCAD.

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  Strong understanding of UK design codes, Eurocodes, and water industry standards.

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  Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

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  Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.

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  Employer pension contribution and life insurance.

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  Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

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  25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

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  Professional membership support and ongoing CPD.

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  Opportunities for rapid career progression in a dynamic, forward-thinking business.

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  A supportive culture focused on wellbeing, collaboration, and sustainable project delivery.

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Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.