PRINCIPAL CIVIL ENGINEER

Within this role, the output will consist of a specification (Project Brief) and a reference solution. The selected candidate will provide technical leadership and guidance to Engineers working on projects. In addition, provide support to project managers and the Definition Managers in order to deliver the Capital Programme.

Key areas of accountability:

• Production od tender documentation.

• Engagement with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

• Ensure that study work and definition outputs are developed and delivered to a high quality.
• Plan the delivery of studies and accurately estimate the resource input, cost and time requirements.
• Produce high-level designs and scope information to enable solutions to be valued.
• Performance management of work undertaken by external consultants.
• Support the development of Health and Safety culture.
• Maintain awareness of developments in own discipline and approaches to design and construction.
• Share knowledge and experience with less experienced engineers, as well as providing local technical support.

Experience / Qualifications:

• Engineering Degree.

• Chartered Status (preferred but not essential).

• Strong project management skills.

• Engineering and design background in water and wastewater projects.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to understand complex project programmes.

• Understanding of project risk.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to effectively communicate with colleagues, contractors and consultants.

• Strong presentation skills.