Principal Design Engineer

Principal Design Engineer (Ground Specialist)

Location: Brighton | Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Join a specialist civil engineering contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across coastal, river, and flood defense sectors. This is an opportunity to lead innovative design solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop temporary and permanent works designs for tender and contract stages, including shoring, foundations, and ground stability analyses.
• Provide technical leadership, supervising junior engineers and managing external design support.
• Conduct technical reviews, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients, designers, and consultancies to enhance design outcomes and identify new opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with QHSE and CDM regulations, ensuring high-quality documentation.
• Promote innovation through BIM integration and digital modeling techniques.
• Stay ahead of advancements in design technology and industry best practices.
• Play a proactive role in shaping the success of the company.

Skills & Knowledge

• Commercial awareness (NEC4 & JCT contracts).
• Expertise in structural and geotechnical design.
• Understanding of certified management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Strong leadership and mentoring experience.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, environmental constraints, and licensing requirements.

Experience & Technology Skills

• Proven experience in temporary works design, including shoring, foundations, and ground stability analyses.
• Expertise in interpreting ground information for soil stability and piling practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Competence in AutoDesk software (AutoCAD, Civils 3D, Revit, Infraworks, Navisworks).
• Working knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modelling).

Qualifications & Training

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (ICE or equivalent).
• CSCS Card.
• Temporary Works Coordinator certification.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package.
• Career progression within a leading civil engineering firm.
• Exciting projects shaping the UK’s coastal and infrastructure landscape.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Interested? Apply Today!

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