Principal Heavy Civil Design Engineer

Job Description

The Role

As a Principal Engineer, you’ll lead the design assurance and as-built engineering activities across major HS2 work packages.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring that constructed works are accurately captured, validated, and reflected in final design records, working closely with site teams, designers, and digital delivery specialists.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the review and validation of as-built designs across heavy civils packages (earthworks, structures, drainage, etc.)
  • Provide technical oversight and assurance to ensure compliance with HS2 standards and specifications
  • Coordinate with construction and site teams to resolve design discrepancies and engineering challenges
  • Support the production of as-built models, drawings, and engineering documentation
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to technical best practice
  • Engage with stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely information handover

What We’re Looking For

  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership
  • Significant experience in heavy civils design (rail, highways, Structures, civils and major infrastructure)
  • Strong understanding of as-built processes and design assurance
  • Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects (HS2 experience highly desirable)
  • Proficiency with relevant design tools within Bentley Environments.
  • Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication skills

Why This Role?

  • Be part of HS2 – shaping the future of UK infrastructure
  • Work on complex, high-value heavy civils engineering challenges
  • Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team
  • Competitive salary, package, and long-term project pipeline