Maritime / Civil Design Engineer - Intermediate to Principal level

My client, arguably one of the largest independent companies in the UK, require Structural / Civil Design engineers of levels from intermediate to principal, with good experience in Concrete, Foundations, Maritime, Ports and Harbours. To meet the current workload demand, the team specialises in providing sustainable development solutions to mainly private sector clients in both the UK and overseas. The team also works closely with other office disciplines to provide integrated solutions on high profile multi-disciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

Take ownership and pride in the work being delivered by the team. Bring original thought and challenge to engineering problems. Review documents, designs and drawings completed by team to ensure consistent high quality and compliance with design standards, industry best practice, contractual obligations and client expectations. Deliver work in compliance with Health and Safety legislation and Quality Management procedures. Liaison with Clients and stakeholders and other relevant third parties. Manage projects, providing support, mentoring and guidance to less experienced colleagues. Ability to take initiative and manage own workload/deadlines. Proven reporting and communication skills will be required, together with an ability to work as part of a team.

Qualifications / Experience

Ideal candidates for the position will have a minimum of 2/3 years’ experience for intermediate level and upwards of 5 yrs plus for senior / principal either chartered or working towards chartership. The prospect to promote to Directorship also exists. Experience in Heavy Civil / Structures either highway, bridges and maritime / ports and harbours design with a working knowledge of UK design standards is needed, together with the ability to balance several projects and meet project timetables. The role offers an opportunity to provide design solutions on a large portfolio of projects, and to work within a friendly and professional team that is proud of the quality of the service it delivers to its clients. We have a clear vision for innovation and engineering excellence. Benefits include a competitive salary, according to skills and experience, together with an excellent flexible benefits package, training opportunities, reimbursement of professional fees, contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance