Principal Civil Engineer

For more information on this vacancy, reach out to Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment

Principal Civil Engineer – Bristol

Salary: Competitive | Location: Bristol

Ready to lead complex civil engineering projects and shape strong client relationships? I’m recruiting for a Principal Civil Engineer to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol, working across a diverse portfolio of developments and major infrastructure projects valued at over £500m.

You’ll take a leading role in delivering civil engineering solutions for public and private sector clients, combining technical expertise with team leadership and project management.

The Role

• Lead civil engineering projects from initial concept through to completion.
• Provide technical advice on Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), drainage strategies and pre-planning requirements.
• Manage resources, budgets and programmes to deliver projects and maintain financial performance.

• Manage and coordinate highways and drainage design for major development and infrastructure schemes.

• Liaise with clients, local authorities, approving bodies and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to tender proposals.
• Lead project teams, undertake site visits and provide technical solutions to complex engineering challenges.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a senior or principal-level civil engineering role, ideally within a multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Strong technical experience in highways, drainage design, sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and cut-and-fill analysis.
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D, with InfoDrainage experience advantageous.

• Experience designing foul and surface water drainage and minor roads.
• Knowledge of Section 38, 278, 104, 106 and 185 agreements, alongside relevant building regulations, British Standards and local authority requirements.

In return:

• £50,000 - £65,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service
• BUPA Healthcare with salary sacrifice add-ons
• 6% pension contribution

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Work on high-profile, technically challenging projects while developing your leadership responsibilities within an established multidisciplinary consultancy. This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, build client relationships and progress your career.

What’s next?

Contact Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment for a confidential discussion about the role, the team and the opportunities available.