Principal / Associate Civil Engineer\nLocation: Manchester\n\nOverview\n\nOur client is expanding their presence in Manchester and is seeking a talented Principal or Associate Civil Engineer to join their growing team. This is a rare opportunity to step into a developing office, make a genuine impact, and play a key role in shaping the consultancy’s identity and capability across the North West.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a senior member of the team, you will take technical and managerial responsibility across a diverse portfolio of multi-disciplinary projects. You’ll provide leadership, mentor emerging engineers, liaise directly with clients, and ensure high-quality technical delivery.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nOversee and take ownership of technical outputs including drawings, reports, calculations, and design documentation.\n\nLead and coordinate work produced by internal teams and external partners.\n\nUse and support others in the use of design and analysis software such as Civil 3D and CAD.\n\nAnalyse engineering challenges, develop innovative solutions, and assess the feasibility of new approaches.\n\nEnsure designs meet relevant industry standards, best practice, and CDM 2015 requirements.\n\nContribute to internal procedures to maintain quality, consistency, and value for clients.\n\nIdentify, assess, and manage project risks within your area of responsibility.\n\nSupport technical development across the team, acting as a mentor and role model.\n\nAttend site visits, proactively identify constraints, and liaise with contractors during the construction process.\n\nLead project delivery, working closely with clients, design teams, and third parties.\n\nConfidently present and communicate engineering solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.\n\nDeliver internal project management including resource planning and financial oversight.\n\nIdentify commercial risks and opportunities, and contribute to fee proposals and cost estimates.\n\nDevelop and maintain strong client relationships, supporting both repeat business and new opportunities.\n\nUphold company values while contributing to the continued development of processes, policy, and team culture.\n\nSupport business development activities and help drive the growth of the Manchester office.\n\nRequirements:\n\nStrong consultancy experience, ideally within the North West market.\n\nMaster’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (desirable).\n\nChartered, or close to Chartered, with ICE or IStructE.\n\nSkills & Attributes:\n\nPositive, proactive, and enthusiastic approach.\n\nStrong problem-solving mindset with a willingness to tackle complex technical challenges.\n\nCommercial awareness and a desire to contribute to the company’s ongoing expansion.\n\nClear and confident communicator with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.\n\nOrganised, responsible, and committed to delivering high-quality work on time.\n\nPassionate about engineering excellence and continuous improvement.\n\nSupportive team player with the ability to mentor others and contribute to a collaborative culture.\n\nMotivated to grow personally and professionally, and to support the development of the wider team.\n\nHow to Apply\n\nIf you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a