Principal Engineer/ Associate

Principal Engineer/ Associate Wanted - Immediate Start! Leicester | £50K-£60K+ (DOE) Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Principal Engineer? Regional Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Principal Engineer/ Associate to join an ambitious, independent consultancy based in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a growing organisation, working on a varied portfolio of highway, infrastructure, public realm and development projects ranging from local highway improvements through to major multi-million-pound development schemes for both private and public sector clients. What's on Offer: Opportunity to lead and grow your own team Diverse and technically challenging projects Clear career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the business Qualifications Essential: Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification Extensive experience in highways, infrastructure and drainage design Strong understanding of DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20, NRSWA and related standards Experience with S278, S38 and S104 adoption agreements Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civils 3D and drainage modelling software including Causeway Flow Experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies for planning applications Good understanding of SuDS, NPPF, PPG and flood risk legislation Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills Proven ability to manage projects and lead teams effectively Strong commercial awareness and ability to support business development Ability to produce clear and accurate technical reports Desirable: Chartered status, or working towards Chartership (ICE, CIHT or CIWEM) Experience in construction phase supervision and contract management Experience preparing fee proposals and bids Understanding of Flood Risk Activity Permits and Land Drainage Consent processes Roles & Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of highway, infrastructure and drainage projects Prepare designs in accordance with current legislation, national standards and best practice Manage projects, resources, budgets and programme delivery Attend meetings with clients, architects, contractors, local authorities and statutory bodies Produce technical reports, Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies Build and maintain strong client relationships to support business growth Requirements As a Principal Engineer/ Associate, you will also be expected to: Support and mentor junior engineers and assist with team development About Regional Recruitment  This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.  If this Principal Engineer/ Associate role is right for you - Click to apply below. To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit (url removed)