Senior / Principal Civil Engineer

  • ICE Recruit
  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
  • Dec 11, 2025
Full time Construction Civil Engineer Management Architect and Design

Job Description

Senior / Principal Civil Engineer

Cambridge

£55k-£70k DOE plus benefits

Our client is looking for a Senior / Principal Civil Engineer to join their growing team in Cambridge. They have a multitude of projects at various stages in their project lifecycle, from appraisal through to construction and in several different sectors.

These include residential, leisure, commercial, and retirement & care. Their clients range from local smaller scale businesses to local government, respected regional contractors, national housebuilders, and commercial developers.

The Role:
  • Lead civil engineering design (drainage, highways, S278/S38)
  • Oversee and mentor junior engineers, supporting ICE progression
  • Manage resources and review design work
  • Liaise with architects, developers, and local authorities
  • Prepare fee proposals and uphold quality standards
  • Use AutoCAD and Site 3D (or equivalent)
About You:
  • Chartered or working towards CEng (ICE)
  • Degree/HND in Civil Engineering
  • Strong project and team management experience
  • Skilled in coordinating with local authorities and stakeholders
  • Confident handling projects across planning stages

Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and career development opportunities.

To learn more and be considered, please send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting.