Balvac - Methods and Proposals Engineer - Derby

BALFOUR BEATTY; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rejoignez l'équipe Balvac en tant qu'ingénieur en méthodes et propositions. Vous contribuerez à des projets complexes en gérant les informations techniques, en développant des livrables et en assurant la conformité aux exigences de sécurité et de qualité. Ce poste offre des opportunités pour développer vos compétences et faire un impact significatif dans un environnement dynamique.

Qualifications

• Ingénieur(e) en génie civil souhaité(e) avec diplôme.
• Expérience avec un contracteur ou consultant est un plus.
• Connaissances des techniques de construction spécialisées appréciées.

Responsibilities

• Collaborer avec des équipes techniques pour préparer des documents techniques.
• Élaborer des plans de livraison avec des délais clairs.
• Conduire des examens de faisabilité et préparer des propositions techniques.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Industry standards awareness

Education

Engineering degree (or equivalent)

Professional membership (IEng MICE, CEng MICE)

Job description

About the role

Join our Balvac team as a Methods and Proposals Engineer and contribute to delivering complex projects that matter to our business and the world around us. Our projects are opportunities to develop your expertise and make a significant impact.

What you'll be doing

• Report to the Engineering Lead; collaborate with Technical, Preconstruction, and Operations teams
• Review enquiry documents and prepare internal briefing materials
• Submit technical queries as needed
• Maintain document control of all technical information
• Develop delivery plans with clear deliverables and timescales
• Assist with cost and time estimates when required
• Research and support engineering solution development and buildability
• Identify and recommend techniques/methods for engineering tasks
• Conduct buildability reviews, ensuring programme, budget, safety, and quality considerations
• Produce documents such as technical proposals, reports, sketches, method statements, and test plans
• Support in drafting and reviewing design briefs

Who we're looking for

• Civil engineering experience (with a contractor or consultant)
• Engineering degree (or equivalent); professional membership (e.g., IEng MICE, CEng MICE) preferred
• Specialist experience (desirable, not essential) in areas such as:
• Structural concrete repair
• Strengthening & protection
• Cathodic protection
• Sprayed concrete
• CFRP strengthening
• Waterproofing
• Post-tensioning
• Resin injection (vacuum-assisted)
• Grouting
• Leak sealing & water management
• Bridge jacking & bearing replacement
• Bridge refurbishment
• Awareness of industry standards, specifications, and specialist construction techniques is a plus.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver impactful projects in challenging conditions, developing, managing, and maintaining vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern societies rely on.

About us

Balvac is a leading specialist contractor in structural repair, strengthening, and refurbishment, part of the Balfour Beatty Group. We extend the life of infrastructure through innovative solutions, focusing on sectors like transport, energy, and power. Our approach covers scheme development to project delivery, including structural repairs, crack injection, leak sealing, structural strengthening, corrosion protection, bridge work, and structural health monitoring.

We aim to create a dynamic environment for career growth through diverse projects and expertise development. Balfour Beatty is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. Our UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan details our proactive steps towards these goals.