Civil/Structural Design Lead – On‑Site Defence Project

Morson Human Resources Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 68,880 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

Morson Human Resources Limited is seeking a Design Engineer for a 12-month contract in Plymouth. The role involves supporting the Implementation Design Manager in delivering project scopes, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating design activities with engineering teams.

Candidates should possess HNC/HND qualifications or relevant experience in technical leadership within the civil engineering domain. The position offers an hourly rate of up to £70, paid through an umbrella package, and requires full-time, on-site work.

Qualifications

• Awareness of seismic codes and heavy civil engineering.
• Experience in design team leadership in commercial or defense projects.
• Knowledge of quality requirements and company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Implementation Design Manager in project delivery.
• Ensure staff are aware of health and safety hazards.
• Coordinate design activities with engineering teams.
• Assist in selecting tools and methods for tasks.
• Check existing drawings to meet ISO standards.
• Contact professional engineering colleagues for discipline issues.
• Contribute to design reviews and resolve technical queries.
• Develop innovative design solutions.

Skills

Awareness of design codes

Knowledge of construction techniques

Technical design development

Engineering computer applications

Specialist knowledge in design

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent

Job description

Morson Human Resources Limited is seeking a Design Engineer for a 12-month contract in Plymouth. The role involves supporting the Implementation Design Manager in delivering project scopes, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating design activities with engineering teams.

Candidates should possess HNC/HND qualifications or relevant experience in technical leadership within the civil engineering domain. The position offers an hourly rate of up to £70, paid through an umbrella package, and requires full-time, on-site work.