Principal Civil Engineer (Water)

Jobleads-UK • North East, England, United Kingdom • Posted June 18, 2026

Location North East, England
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted June 18, 2026

Our client, a leading consultancy in the water sector, is currently seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join their team in Newcastle. This is a permanent role that offers the opportunity to lead the design and build of next-generation water infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities



  • Leading the civil engineering input on major water and wastewater projects

  • Liaising internally across multiple technical disciplines, including junior and senior Civil Engineers, Project Technical Lead, and Project Manager

  • Engaging externally with clients, contractors, regulatory bodies, and planning consultants

  • Driving forward Design & Build collaboration with contractors, aligning technical delivery with constructability and cost-efficiency

  • Developing concept-stage solutions and optioneering to identify best value for clients

  • Providing technical assurance, creative problem-solving, and design leadership

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