Principal/Associate Civil Engineer

OCEAN TO EARTH RECRUITMENT LTD · Manchester, North West

Principal/Associate Civil Engineer at OCEAN TO EARTH RECRUITMENT LTD, based in Manchester, North West. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Manchester, North West · Hybrid
Contract
Permanent
Posted
17 hours ago
Closes
22 Nov 2026
Sector
Construction & Trades

Reference careers/principal-associate-civil-engineer-remote-1329691-28618

About the role

Principal/Associate Civil EngineerSalary/Rate:£CompetitiveTown/City:Multiple UK offices - HybridCounty:RemoteSector:Earth SciencesJob ref:1329691Post Date:31.03.26Apply NowCreate Job AlertScroll

Meet Our Recruiter

Vicky KenrickCo-Founder and Director[phone removed][email removed]

About the Role

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Engineer to join a growing Civil & Structural Engineering group at a senior level.

This role is particularly suited to someone who values technical autonomy—you will be trusted to lead, shape, and deliver projects with a high degree of independence, while contributing strategically to the wider direction of the team.

You will play a key role within the management structure, supporting continued growth across the UK and working on a diverse portfolio of complex engineering projects.

The Role

You will take ownership of projects from concept through to delivery, combining hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities.

Key aspects include:

  • Leading the technical delivery of civil engineering projects, including drainage, highways, and infrastructure schemes

  • Acting as a client-facing lead, managing relationships and contributing to bids, tenders, and business development

  • Identifying and developing opportunities across sectors such as energy, defence, and manufacturing

  • Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions

  • Mentoring and supporting the development of junior engineers, helping to build a high-performing team

What Sets This Role Apart

  • A genuine emphasis on technical ownership and autonomy

  • The opportunity to influence both project direction and team growth

  • Exposure to a broad and evolving project portfolio across multiple sectors

  • Flexibility in how and where you work

About You

  • Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (BEng, MEng, MSc or equivalent)

  • Chartered Member of the ICE (or actively working towards chartership)

  • Strong technical background with the ability to lead complex projects independently

  • Confident communicator with experience in client engagement and stakeholder management

  • Commercial awareness and the ability to identify new opportunities

Additional Information

  • Travel across the UK (and occasionally overseas) may be required

  • Full UK driving licence is desirable

  • Right to work in the UK is essential

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary

  • Hybrid / flexible working model

  • Generous annual leave allowance

  • Volunteer days

  • Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme

  • Salary sacrifice schemes

About the Team

You’ll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking group of engineers, designers, and consultants working across both public and private sectors. The team has experienced strong growth in recent years and continues to expand, offering a dynamic environment where individuals are trusted, supported, and encouraged to take ownership of their work.

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Reference: careers/principal-associate-civil-engineer-remote-1329691-28618 · Posted 17 hours ago · Closes 22 Nov 2026 · Listed via OCEAN TO EARTH RECRUITMENT LTD

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