Principal Engineer

A large Civil Engineering Contractor with a £134million turnover are looking for a Principal Engineer to oversee the design team and assist the Design Manager with structural, temporary works and geotechnical experience in Leeds. They're looking for an experienced individual to work on projects within the tunnelling industry as well as above ground structures and large Infrastructure projects. They offer a variety of excellent work and lifestyle benefits, along with a competitive salary of up to £75,000 DOE.



The most successful Principal Engineer will be degree of CEng status with a minimum of 8 years' experience capable of producing designs and checking of others work as well as management. The Principal Engineer will have expertise in underground structures / tunnelling temporary works and complex Infrastructure projects.



Principle Engineer Salary & Benefits



Salary: £65k-£75k

23 day's holiday plus 8 days Bank Holidays

Discretional company bonus

Life insurance 4 x salary

Additional Perks

Pension 5 % company 4% employee

8am to 5pm Monday to Friday



Principle Engineer Job Overview



Provide technical support to the sectors of the business

Support tendering developing construction methodology,

Lead the projects through the preconstruction design phase producing designs, as well as provide technical support through the construction phase supporting the site teams.

Lead and manage design teams in delivering high-quality engineering solutions for major projects.

Liaise with external consultant

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior design engineers.

Ensure all designs meet safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Oversee the integration of design changes, addressing any technical challenges that arise during project development.

Participate in client meetings and support business development through technical input.



Principle Engineer Job Requirements



BEng or MEng level in Civil and/or Structural Engineering

Chartership statue CEng with the ICE or IStructE

8 + years' experience with expertise in underground structures / large Infrastructure projects

Design consultancy environment.

Technical skill with accomplished structural design skills and geotechnical knowledge

Ability to help support, mentor and develop junior engineers within the team

Sound knowledge with CDM H&S regulations.

Excellent written English and grammarBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.



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