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Job Title: Principal / Senior Civil Engineer (Chartered or Incorporated) Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience) Location: Leeds (with access to Tadcaster office if required) Type: Permanent, full-time (part-time considered), hybrid working About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced Incorporated or Chartered Engineer to lead the delivery of environmental improvement, flood risk, pumping station and wider civil infrastructure projects. The role involves full project lifecycle management, technical leadership, team coordination and supporting innovation across multidisciplinary projects. You will work with engineers, ecologists and geomorphologists on schemes that promote nature-based solutions and climate resilience, including natural flood management. The position offers genuine scope for progression into team leadership or managerial roles. About Our Client: Our client is an established environmental and engineering consultancy with a strong focus on sustainability and climate resilience. Operating across multiple UK and international offices, they are independent and employee-owned, committed to innovation, professional development and providing exceptional service. Staff wellbeing, flexible working and continued learning are central to their ethos. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end project management including contracts, budgets, specifications, programmes, risks and change management. Technical leadership of design processes to deliver sustainable and resilient engineering solutions. Coordination of multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors. Championing innovation and promoting new methodologies, tools and best practice. Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues and key stakeholders. Leading Safety in Design and ensuring compliance with CDM and environmental legislation. Supporting tender development and contributing to winning new work. Mentoring and developing junior team members. Opportunities to support STEM outreach, attend conferences and collaborate with academic partners. What Our Client is Looking For: Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (e.g., ICE, CIWEM). Degree or equivalent qualification in civil, structural or geotechnical engineering. Strong communication, teamworking and organisational skills. Interest in sustainability, environmental enhancement and climate resilience. Ability to manage varied and complex workloads. Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: Strong attention to detail and ability to build rapport. Confidence managing budgets and timescales. Collaborative working style and passion for a sustainable future. What Our Client Offers: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Professional development budget and support for achieving further qualifications. Employee-owned structure with profit-sharing scheme. Wellbeing initiatives, social activities and support for work-life balance. Opportunities to engage with charitable and sustainability initiatives. Eligibility: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence. Opportunity for Growth: The role provides clear pathways into team leadership or operational management for those who aspire to progress, alongside support for further professional accreditation. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Location: London (hybrid working: min 3 days in the office) Grade: Senior / Principal Engineer Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum depending on experience including competitive benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time (37.5h p/w) What makes us different The Useful Simple Trust (UST) is a family of highly renowned professional design and consultancy practices. Our 70+ talented and committed civil and structural engineers, architects, designers, construction innovation consultants, strategists and sustainability experts work side-by-side creating positive outcomes for our changing built environment following our key company values: Work for Good, More with Less, Restore and Adapt and Get, Set, Zero. Our three practices Expedition Engineering, Useful Projects and Useful Studio share space, ideas and experience, and regularly collaborate on a range of high-profile projects in the UK and internationally. Our breadth of experience gives us a depth of inter-disciplinary thinking rarely found in the industry. As a Social Enterprise, B Corp and Employee Benefit Organisation, we do things differently. Our people are highly motivated and committed, in part because our structure and values mean that our combined success is shared equitably. We share part of our profit and re-invest the rest in research, social and environmental projects. We deliver purposeful projects that we believe have a sustainable impact on our clients and the wider human environment. We are particularly focused on the sector's biggest challenges around productivity, resource efficiency and the climate emergency / net zero. Expedition Engineering is an award-winning engineering consultancy and our masterplanning and infrastructure design work is industry leading. We work for local authorities across the UK, private developers, and international clients. Our collaborators include leading architectural, landscape and urban design practices with whom we have developed strong working relationships. We also work closely with leading ecologists. We provide a wide range of engineering services into the development of concept masterplans, infrastructure projects and building design. Our key skills are centred on nature based, water sensitive design integrated with landscape, biodiversity and climate resilience, closed-loop water strategies, flood risk mitigations and flood defence design, earthworks and ground engineering strategies. We deliver purposeful projects that we believe have a positive impact for our clients and the wider human environment. We are focused on sustainable urban regeneration, place making, resource efficiency and the climate and biodiversity emergencies. We take a whole life and holistic approach to design, built on best practice and on-going research and innovation. We work collaboratively with academics and expert collaborators to augment our skill set. What we are looking for We are looking for a professionally qualified Senior / Principal Civil Engineer with Chartered Engineer (CEng) status to join our team. You would be part of a dynamic team and have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from city-wide masterplans through to parks and public realm projects including educational, arts and leisure, commercial and residential developments You will likely have between 5-8 years post-graduation design experience with the ability to think through complex problems and embrace creative and appropriate solutions. You will have strong analysis, engineering design and communication skills. The successful candidate will have the following core experience: Technical design of key infrastructure systems including water, flood mitigation, drainage, highways and utilities. Digital design and systems optimisation tools such as parametric earth movement modelling and information systems and 3D modelling Site analysis including hydrology, utilities, ground condition and environmental conditions. Defining briefs, developing strategies and undertaking feasibility studies in response to client needs. Our ideal candidate will have a sound technical base with good knowledge of relevant infrastructure standards, and an ability to adapt and work with other relevant international standards and practices. He/she will also have: Strong analytical and research skills Experience in negotiating with technical stakeholders such as the Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities and water undertakers. Experience in the production of accurate, high-quality drawings Strong IT skills along with an ability to interpret and work with maps, plans and drawings Experience of design software commonly used in the design of infrastructure associated with building-based projects. This could include Autodesk Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Revit, InfoDrainage (or similar), GIS, etc. Awareness of BIM and its application on projects A good understanding of sustainable development practice The ability to work both individually and as part of a multidisciplinary team whilst taking responsibility for the quality of their work The ability to liaise directly with clients, architects and other parties in a project's professional team. The ability to communicate confidently and to be able to adapt their approach to suit specific situations. Any of the following skills would also be welcome and would allow the candidate to contribute more widely to our projects: Experience of 3D parametric modelling such as Rhino/Grasshopper Experience of design software used in energy and environmental analysis (IES VE, JPA SAP,Ladybug, Honeybee, DIVA, EnergyPlus etc.) Environmental design of buildings Professional qualifications are expected to include: BSc/BEng (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and membership of an appropriate professional body such as ICE, CIWEM (or similar) Personal Attributes: Proactive person who enjoys working in a team environment Good sense of humour Passionate about building a better future Enthusiastic person, who takes pride in his/ her work Flexible, organised and good communicator What we offer We believe in investing and growing our people as much as we do our business. We foster talent, equal opportunity, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing to develop a high performing and sustainable workforce. The package comprises: Flexible working including 9-day fortnight scheme Aviva Private medical insurance with access to WeCare 24/7 GP access Supported route to chartership with enhanced learning and development opportunities Professional membership(s) reimbursement

Senior or Principal Landscape Architect Posted Date 13-10-25 Location Dorking Department Landscape Function Consulting Positions 1 THE ROLE We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior or Principal Landscape Architect to join our expanding team in Dorking. We are seeking talented individuals to help support the continued growth of the practice, working on a wide variety of projects involving strategic and detailed landscape design and implementation, masterplanning, landscape and visual impact assessment and public realm design across the UK. You will be part of a forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary team of Landscape Architects, working closely with our Architects, Ecologists, and Arboriculturists. Our collaborative and joined-up approach consistently delivers design and environmental excellence for clients across many sectors. To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate the following capabilities and experience: A relevant postgraduate qualification, with 5 or more years professional experience. Be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI). Experience of concept design and detailed landscape design. Experience of masterplanning would be advantageous. Experience in LVIA and Landscape Planning. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. Highly skilled in a range of 2D and 3D CAD software, and a willingness to learn. Vectorworks, LSS, Lumion and GIS experience would be desirable. Demonstrate the ability to think creatively to innovate and problem-solve collaboratively. A strong communicator with excellent written, verbal and graphic communication skills. Ability to supervise more junior staff, where they are supporting you to produce work. Ability to prioritise and work on multiple projects and tasks effectively. UK driving licence with access to (or willingness to obtain) a private car for site visits. DIRECT APPLICANT BONUS Successful applicants who apply directly (not via a recruitment consultant) will be eligible for a bonus, which will be paid upon successful completion of the probationary period. More information available on request. SALARY The salary range is up to £45,000. Salary offered will be based on experience. Bonuses are paid in addition to this. BENEFITS Our team members can develop their career in a supportive environment and access a wide range of benefits, including flexible working, compressed working week, pension contributions, a health cash plan and bike-to-work scheme. We are an Employee Owned Trust, providing additional benefits to our staff, and allowing us to pay a discretionary annual tax-free bonus. (For a full list of benefits, please request a copy of our Benefits Brochure). DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS The deadline for applications is subject to change, depending on level of interest. If you are interested in a position with us, an early application is advised. These will be reviewed as they come in, rather than waiting for the deadline. ABOUT FPCR Established in 1957, FPCR are an award winning multi-disciplinary environment and design practice with expertise in Landscape, Urban Design, Masterplanning, Architecture, Ecology and Arboriculture. We believe our diverse range of skills provide clients with an excellent rounded approach to projects while concurrently providing our staff with a dynamic and diverse place to work. We have also recently become an Employee Owned Trust, providing additional benefits for our employees. INTERESTED? To apply please submit a cover letter, portfolio and CV. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. Candidates must have the right to work permanently in the UK.