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Principal Civil Design Engineer\n\nClean & Wastewater Infrastructure\n\nManchester | Hybrid / Flexible Working\n Permanent\n\nOur client is a specialist engineering design company delivering complex clean and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Principal Civil Design Engineer to play a key leadership role within their Manchester-based team.\n\nThis position offers the opportunity to combine hands-on technical excellence with strategic input, influencing project delivery, technical standards, and team development.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Principal Civil Design Engineer, you will:\n\nLead the civil design delivery of major clean and wastewater infrastructure projects\n\nAct as technical authority across multiple schemes, ensuring quality and consistency\n\nProvide leadership, mentoring, and technical development for engineers across the team\n\nWork closely with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary stakeholders\n\nContribute to technical governance, best practice, and continuous improvement\n\nAbout You\n\nYou will ideally have:\n\nA degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)\n\nExtensive experience in clean and/or wastewater infrastructure design\n\nProven capability leading design teams and complex work packages\n\nStrong knowledge of UK water industry standards and regulations\n\nExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills\n\nChartered Engineer status (ICE or equivalent) is strongly .\n\nWhat’s On Offer\n\nCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits package\n\nFlexible and hybrid working arrangements\n\nA senior leadership position within a specialist, growing consultancy\n\nLong -term career progression and influence over technical direction\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to step into a principal-level role with real autonomy and impact across the UK water sector.\n\nApply now or contact us for a confidential discussion

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