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Principal Civil Engineer

Posted 2 days ago by Advance TRS

About the Role

You'll be leading on the design and delivery of varied water sector projects, including:

  • Sewage treatment works upgrades
  • Clean water main replacements
  • IED schemes at sewage treatment works
  • CSO upgrades and storm storage solutions

This senior role involves steering technical excellence while working closely with both internal teams and regulated water clients.

About the Client

Our client is a trusted engineering design consultancy operating across the UK rail and utilities sectors.

With a solid reputation and a growing portfolio, they are known for their collaborative culture and strong values.

Wellbeing is central to their ethos - they prioritise a safe, fair and positive workplace where people can do their best work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the civil engineering design of major water projects
  • Provide technical direction and mentorship within the team
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and manage project delivery
  • Undertake occasional site visits as required

What Our Client is Looking For

  • Significant experience delivering civil engineering design for regulated water companies
  • Strong technical leadership skills (role profile available for detail)
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects to tight deadlines
  • A collaborative, hands-on approach

What Our Client Offers

  • 12-month contract at 550/day (outside IR35)
  • Opportunity to lead diverse and challenging UK water industry projects
  • Hybrid working (1-2 days from home possible after 3 months)
  • A positive, motivated, and supportive team environment

Eligibility: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Rate:
Not specified
Location:
Manchester
IR35 Status:
Outside
Remote Status:
Hybrid
Industry:
Engineering
Seniority Level:
Senior

Take-Home Pay

Not Available

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