Location
Birmingham
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
16/12/2025
Closing date
06/01/2026
Principal Civil Engineer
Location: Birmingham
New year, new challenge. If you are a Senior Civil Engineer ready to step up, this Principal Civil Engineer role in Birmingham offers the chance to lead, influence and shape a growing civil engineering team within an environmentally focused, multi-disciplinary consultancy.
As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will play a key role in strengthening civil engineering capability across the business, with a strong emphasis on drainage design, flood risk assessments and sustainable infrastructure. This Principal Civil Engineer position is ideal for someone who enjoys technical leadership while remaining hands-on with design and project delivery.
The Opportunity
This consultancy is expanding its civil engineering function across the UK. As a Principal Civil Engineer, you will take ownership of projects from early feasibility through planning and detailed design, working closely with environmental, planning and water teams. You will also help develop and mentor engineers, building a high-performing Principal Civil Engineer led team in Birmingham.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead drainage and flood risk design across residential and commercial developments
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Prepare and review Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies
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Deliver adoptable and private drainage designs to UK standards
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Provide technical leadership, mentoring and quality assurance
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Act as a key client contact and contribute to business growth
About You
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Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
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Strong background in drainage and flood risk design
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Experience within a UK consultancy environment
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Chartered or working towards chartership
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
If you are a Principal Civil Engineer looking to make a real impact in the new year, this Birmingham role offers progression, influence and long-term opportunity.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.