Principal / Senior Civil Engineer
Matchtech · Bristol City, England
Principal / Senior Civil Engineer at Matchtech, based in Bristol City, England. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Bristol City, England
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 month ago
- Closes
- 19 Aug 2026
Reference 603770
About the role
Our client, is currently seeking a Principal / Senior Civil Engineer to join their team in Bristol on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for an individual with significant civil engineering experience who is seeking to lead and deliver major infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the design and delivery of major civil infrastructure projects
- Providing expert consultation and technical leadership
- Ensuring design and operational excellence in all civil engineering activities
- Designing and supervising civil engineering projects such as roads, bridges, and water systems
- Ensuring projects meet environmental, safety, and structural standards
- Coordinating with clients and other engineers for seamless project execution
- Overseeing project delivery from proposal to practical completion, ensuring quality, cost, and time objectives are met
- Providing technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and technicians
Job Requirements:
- Experience in producing preliminary and detailed Highway designs (s38 / s278 Highways Act)
- Ability to design Drainage (s104 / s98 Water Act), including strategic and detailed designs, SuDS, flow control structures, and balancing facilities
- Experience in Residential and Commercial external works design, including earthworks assessments
- Proficiency in producing technical reports, assessments, statements, and fee proposals
- Understanding of compliance with relevant standards, policies, and legislation (e.g. CDM and UK Building Regulations)
- Strong understanding of design software such as AutoCAD and MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage)
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
- Minimum HND/C in Civil Engineering; a Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline is desirable
- Chartered status with ICE or equivalent body is desirable
Benefits:
- Competitive financial package commensurate with experience
- Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
- Flexible working arrangements in accordance with hybrid working policy
- Engaging and collaborative work environment
- Involvement in a diverse range of substantial projects
If you are an experienced Civil Engineer looking for a new opportunity to lead and deliver major civil engineering projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.
Reference: 603770 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 19 Aug 2026 · Listed via Matchtech
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