Principal Civil Engineer – Hull
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Our client, a respected and long-established engineering consultancy, is seeking a Principal Civil & Drainage Engineer to join their expanding team in Hull. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that prides itself on quality, innovation, and the development of its people.
The Role
As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will take responsibility for the design, development, and delivery of effective drainage and civil engineering solutions.
You will work on a broad mix of projects across education, commercial, residential, industrial, petrochemical, food, and energy sectors. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, occasional site assessments, and the production of high-quality technical reports to support planning and project delivery.
You will be encouraged to support junior staff where appropriate, helping maintain the high technical standards the consultancy is recognised for.
To be considered for this opportunity, you should have:
Minimum 10 years’ experience in a relevant engineering position
A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s advantageous)
Strong working knowledge of industry regulations and standards
Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
A full UK driving licence
Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D and Autodesk InfoDrainage (MicroDrainage); experience with Site3D is desirable
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your workload effectively
A collaborative mindset and willingness to support wider team priorities
A proactive, enthusiastic, and engaged approach to work
This role offers:
A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
A collaborative and dynamic working environment
Clear pathways for career development and professional growth
Access to a wide-ranging employee benefits platform
A leading pension scheme with an excellent employer contribution
Funded professional memberships for qualifying organisations
Potential for flexible working arrangements
Generous holiday entitlement, with options to trade additional days and enjoy Birthday Leave