Principal / Associate Civil Engineer (Infrastructure)

Posted 19 August 2025
Salary Negotiable
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Construction
ReferenceBM11508_1755617547

Job description

Principal / Associate Civil Engineer (Infrastructure) | Belfast
A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a Principal or Associate level Civil Engineer to join their infrastructure team in Belfast. This newly created role comes as a result of several major project awards, reflecting the company's continued growth and reputation for delivering complex infrastructure works across Ireland.

Your new role as Principal / Associate Civil Engineer

You will take a prominent, senior role in the design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects, with responsibility for managing high-profile schemes, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and working directly with clients and stakeholders. Typical projects include public realm regeneration, green infrastructure, and sustainable transport / active travel initiatives.

What you will need to succeed as a Principal / Associate Civil Engineer

To be considered for this role, you should have:

  • A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
  • Chartered Engineer status (ICE, IEI)
  • Significant experience delivering projects in public realm, environmental improvement, or active travel schemes
  • Strong project management skills with experience in budget, programme, and resource management
  • A collaborative leadership style with the ability to support and mentor junior engineers

Desirable:

  • Experience working with local authorities and public sector clients in Northern Ireland
  • Familiarity with design standards, funding processes, and guidance relevant to public realm and active travel projects
  • Knowledge of sustainable and innovative design approaches for urban infrastructure

What's in it for you?

If successful, you will benefit from:

  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes
    • Basic Salary £50,000 - £60,000
    • Enhanced company pension contribution
    • Health insurance, private medical insurance and income protection
    • Early Friday finish
  • Real opportunities for progression into leadership and management
  • A collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy culture with flexible working arrangements
  • Ongoing investment in your career development and professional growth

For a confidential discussion on this or similar roles in civil infrastructure and urban regeneration, contact our specialist recruitment team today.