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Overview Of The Role
Our division provides civil expertise across power generation and HV transmission including power plants, HV substation / HVDC interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Technical Director with experience of working for our key platinum clients including National Grid and SSE to join our Civil Team. The role will span a diverse portfolio of work and there will be opportunities for advancement within the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Lead outlining Delivery plan for a coordinated civil design including earthworks, drainage, access roads and geotechnical aspects
- Technical Subject Matter Expert within the team and division
- Technical lead in understanding client standards and challenging the specifications to provide value engineering opportunities
- Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
- Approval of drawings for use in planning applications and tender packages
- Approval of Detailed Civil/Structural Design
- Support for Senior and Principal Engineers leading Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams
- Approval of Specifications
- Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures to determine suitability for reuse
- Supporting Project Management (Programme, budget, resources and quality plan)
Candidate Specification
To apply for this position, you must have the following:
- Technical Expertise
- Deep knowledge of civil/structural engineering principles, including load-bearing capacity, material properties, and design codes (British Standards, Eurocodes, NGTS)
- Ensure technical quality management with clear plans for reviews, checks, and approvals
- Uphold Mott MacDonald’s PRIDE values in the project’s technical culture
- Proven track record as a Designer under CDM 2015
- National Grid and SSE Specifications
- Project Technical Lead
- Lead the Project Team in technical innovation and problem-solving
- Ensure top-notch technical quality within scope, cost, and time
- Collaborate with the Project Manager to build and resource the Design Team
- Oversee technical management, coordinate interfaces, and resolve conflicts
- Contribute to proposal writing with compelling content and accurate cost estimates
- Lead Front End Engineering Design activities for structural components
- Guide detailed designs for civil and structural components
- Design Coordination and Collaboration
- Excel in coordinating with other disciplines to integrate structural designs seamlessly
- Effective resolution of design conflicts within multidisciplinary teams
- Attention to Detail
- Proficiency in approval of detailed drawings for planning applications, FEED, and construction level detailed design packages
- Compliance with relevant standards is crucial
- Ability to manage and deliver designs in coordination with all relevant disciplines
- Communication and Leadership: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrable leadership, especially when guiding junior engineers or collaborating with stakeholders
Essential Experience
- Relevant experience in Civil Engineering
- Energy project experience would be advantageous for this role
Qualifications
- Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or Construction Management
- Chartered Engineer (CEng, MICE or MIStructE)
Additional Information
If this resonates, let’s explore how your expertise fits our team.
UK Immigration
Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision reflects changes to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship.
Agile working
We offer a hybrid working policy that supports balancing client, team, and personal commitments.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion to ensure fair employment procedures and opportunities for all. We strive for an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Accessibility
If you need reasonable adjustments to apply or attend an interview, contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com for support.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits, including: financial wellbeing, employee ownership, health and wellbeing, lifestyle, enhanced family and carers leave, learning and development, and networks and communities. Details are provided in the full job description.
Location and Job Details
Location: Glasgow, Brighton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, or Altrincham (UK).Contract Type: PermanentWork Pattern: Full TimeMarket: EnergyDiscipline: CivilJob Ref: 13756Recruiter Contact: Cassidy Browne
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