Principal Civil Engineer

AtkinsRéalis

Principal Civil Engineer at AtkinsRéalis managing civil engineering design delivery for multi-disciplinary teams. Shaping the future of critical UK infrastructure with exciting projects.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeBristol • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate or manage a team of civil engineers for delivery of technical design work
Responsible for producing and reviewing technical deliverables such as design reports, specifications, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work
Provide technical input into project design deliverables
Collaborate with client, operational, project, or service activities within your immediate team
Provide mentorship to less experienced colleagues
Work independently with minimal technical guidance
Provide technical support for bid proposals

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Chartered or Incorporated Civil Engineer
Proven experience in coordinating or managing a civil engineering design delivery team
Strong knowledge and practical experience in external works such as drainage, utilities, pavements, and earthworks
Practical knowledge of current design codes and standards
Proficiency in applicable analytical software and related tools such as Causeway Flow, InfoDrainage and Civil3D

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Employee rewards
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Hybrid working culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

technical designdesign reportsspecificationsdrawingscalculationsscopes of workexternal worksdrainageutilitiespavements

Soft Skills

team coordinationmentorshipindependent worktechnical guidancecollaboration

Certifications

degree in Civil EngineeringChartered Civil EngineerIncorporated Civil Engineer