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Principal Civil Engineer

RGB RecruitmentCardiff County, Wales🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 25 May 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Principal Civil Engineer role offers a dynamic career path with exciting project variety and opportunities for leadership and mentorship within a reputable consultancy. You'll thrive here if you possess strong technical skills and a passion for delivering innovative civil infrastructure solutions, with the added benefit of a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working.

Quick Overview

Salary
£50k - £60k/yr
Seniority
Leader
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Cardiff County, Wales, United Kingdom
Posted
3 months ago
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Job Description

For more information on this vacancy, please reach out to Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment. We are working in partnership with a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy that is looking to appoint a Principal Civil Engineer to join their Cardiff office. This is a key senior role within the civil engineering team, suited to an experienced engineer with strong technical capability across civil infrastructure, drainage and SuDS design, including SAB approval experience. The successful candidate will bring 7+ years’ experience working with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MicroDrainage/Flow, alongside a broad portfolio of project delivery across multiple sectors. Project sectors include:
  • Residential developments
  • Commercial schemes
  • Sports and leisure venues
  • Industrial projects
  • New-build infrastructure
The consultancy has been a major presence in the Welsh engineering market for over 20 years, delivering high-quality civil and structural engineering solutions across the region. Their workload is varied and technically engaging, ranging from traditional civil engineering schemes to truly unique projects - including drainage design for a driving range constructed within a cave and major earthworks packages for high-profile venues such as the Principality Stadium. The Role As Principal Civil Engineer, you will take a hands-on role in project delivery while working closely with the Civils Lead. You will also play an important part in:
  • Mentoring and supporting graduates and technicians
  • Providing technical leadership across projects
  • Contributing to team development and business growth
What’s on Offer
  • Salary: £50,000 – £60,000
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Free on-site parking
  • Tax free bonus
  • ICE support and mentoring toward Chartership
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, people-focused consultancy offering direct access to senior management, regular staff socials, strong training pathways, and a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and development. For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

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