Bakerhicks
Bakerhicks1mo ago

Principal Civil Engineer

United KingdomManchesterlead
EngineeringCivil Engineer
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Key Responsibilities

Building Structures Drainage and external works Foundations & Sub-Structures Earthworks and site investigations Minor road and bridge design Specialist knowledge or sector expertise (eg nuclear,

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About the Role

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Reporting to the Associate Director/Associate Engineer, you will lead large Civil project teams or oversee multiple smaller teams to achieve overall business objectives. This role requires strong leadership and technical expertise to ensure the successful delivery of projects to cost, schedule, and quality criteria.

We are looking for a well-rounded civil engineer with broad experience across multiple aspects of civil engineering, including earthworks, drainage, highways, and external works. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing diverse projects and adapting to various engineering challenges.

 

  • Ensure project teams deliver civil designs to cost, schedule, and quality criteria.
  • Ensure project teams have in place appropriate skills and resources.
  • Ensure compliance with business quality and management systems.
  • Implement change as directed by the Director and Associate Engineer.
  • Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Chartered Civil/ Structural Engineer CEng MICE/ MIStructE
  • Conversant with current C&S design codes & standards
  • Experienced in discharging responsibilities under CDM and health and safety regulations
  • Comprehensive and current detailed knowledge base of all aspects of civil and structural design, including some of the following:
  1. Building Structures
  2. Drainage and external works
  3. Foundations & Sub-Structures
  4. Earthworks and site investigations
  5. Minor road and bridge design
  • Specialist knowledge or sector expertise (eg nuclear, seismic, public sector, contaminated land, ground improvement, highways, Rail, defence & Life Sciences)
  • Demonstrable track record of successful project delivery and client satisfaction
  • Experience of significant project delivery within some of the sectors we operate within
  • Fully familiar with relevant technical standards and assurance processes
  • Proven ability to work within a fully integrated, multi-discipline design team

What We Offer

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Lead the delivery of major, high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Professional development opportunities and support towards Chartership.
Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
Flexible/hybrid working options.

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

  

What We Offer

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Company car or cash allowance
Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
Life assurance scheme
25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
Flexible/hybrid working
Family friendly policies
Employee assistance
Professional development

 
BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.  

 
BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.   

 

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Listing Details

Posted
February 27, 2026
First seen
March 26, 2026
Last seen
April 14, 2026

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BakerhicksPrincipal Civil Engineer