Principal Civil Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer (Water)

Location: Glasgow
Salary Bracket: £40,000 - £52,000
Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time/Flexible

Industry: Water and Environmental Engineering

Summary:

Our client, in partnership with Scottish Water and Northumbrian Water, is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join their dynamic Water team in Glasgow. This is an exciting opportunity for innovative engineers who challenge conventional thinking and are eager to meet industry-wide efficiency and net zero challenges. As part of a growing, collaborative team, you will support the delivery of various projects within a major capital investment programme, ensuring technical excellence, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to quality standards.

Your role will involve leading the technical delivery of project teams, utilising a broader technical network to maximise innovation. You will also manage and mentor engineers within the team, guiding them towards achieving holistic technical outcomes. This position offers the chance to work on both local and national projects, contributing to the expansion of an established civils team across the UK. Join a global engineering firm that values professional development and career progression, working within teams dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for clients and communities.

Skills:

1. Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
2. Experience in the water industry
3. Chartered or Incorporated membership of relevant engineering institution (e.g., ICE, CIWEM)
4. Leadership and team management skills
5. Experience in Sustainable Urban Drainage and Surface Water Management
6. Experience in Trunk Mains and Large Diameter Pipeline Design
7. Experience in Service Reservoirs
8. Experience in Clean Water Treatment
9. Strong client focus and service excellence ethos
10. Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Software/Tools:

• AutoCAD
• Civil 3D
• MicroDrainage
• Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Standards:

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with ICE or CIWEM
• Familiarity with UK water industry standards and regulations

For more information or to apply for this role, please contact Tim Smyth on 0121 200 5520.