Principal / Associate Civil Engineer
Remote (UK)
£65,000 – £75,000 + Benefits

About the Company

An established multidisciplinary consultancy with close to two decades of experience delivering planning, civil engineering and environmental services across the UK. The team works across a broad mix of residential, commercial, industrial and renewable energy developments, delivering sustainable, technically sound solutions from initial concept right through to project completion.

As the business continues to grow, they're now looking for an experienced Principal or Associate Civil Engineer to join their expanding team.

The Role

This is a strong opportunity for a senior Civil Engineer to take a leading role delivering flood risk and drainage projects across a wide range of development sectors. Working remotely within a collaborative, experienced team, you'll lead projects, act as a technical authority, mentor more junior engineers, and build lasting relationships with clients and stakeholders.

The position offers a high degree of autonomy, along with real influence over how projects are delivered and the chance to help shape the continued growth of the civil engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of flood risk assessments, drainage strategies and detailed drainage design
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations and engineering designs
• Design sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and surface water management solutions
• Manage projects from feasibility through to planning and detailed design
• Liaise with clients, local authorities and statutory consultees
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members
• Ensure projects are delivered on programme, on budget and to a high technical standard
• Support business development and help nurture client relationships

About You

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Significant post-qualification experience, ideally at Principal or Associate level
• Strong background in flood risk assessments, drainage strategies and SuDS design
• Experience with industry-standard software such as MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage or Causeway Flow
• Solid understanding of UK drainage legislation, planning policy and design standards
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to lead projects and juggle multiple priorities
• Chartered status (ICE), or working towards it, would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Fully remote working
• Salary of £65,000–£75,000, depending on experience
• Competitive benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development and support
• Clear routes into senior leadership
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of high-profile development and infrastructure projects, within a supportive, collaborative consultancy

If you're interested in this Principal/Associate Civil Engineering role, please contact Callum at Aztrum via callum.jones@aztrum.com