Principal Civil Maritime Engineer

Principal Civil Maritime Engineer

Bristol or Swansea (Hybrid – 3 days office/site)

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a leading international engineering consultancy delivering complex infrastructure and environmental programmes across the UK and globally.

They are seeking an experienced Principal Civil Maritime Engineer to join a high-performing, multi-disciplinary design team working on major projects within the water and maritime sector.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering large-scale, technically challenging infrastructure schemes, supporting both UK and international programmes across the full project lifecycle.

As a Principal Maritime Engineer, you will:

• Lead and coordinate teams delivering complex maritime design projects.
• Produce and review technical deliverables (reports, calculations, drawings, scopes)
• Provide technical expertise across multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and key milestones.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team capability growth
• Contribute to bid development and technical proposals.
• Ensure compliance with design standards, codes, and quality assurance processes.

About You

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng)
• Strong experience within a design consultancy environment
• Proven leadership in managing engineering design teams.

Expertise in maritime structures such as:

• Berthing structures
• Quay walls
• Dolphins
• Port infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of UK design standards and CDM regulations
• Experience with wave modelling / overtopping tools
• Background in the water sector is essential.
• Experience in sectors such as energy or defence is advantageous.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and solve complex engineering challenges.

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working model (3 days office/site)
• Exposure to high-profile UK and international projects
• Structured career development and progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
• Inclusive, collaborative working environment