Design Engineer

TRIbuild Solutions Limited; Cricklade; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor seeks a Design Engineer for a major infrastructure programme in Swindon. The role requires acting as the technical lead for permanent works design, managing design consultants, and ensuring compliance with project requirements. Ideal candidates will have a background in civil engineering design for major projects and strong communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity for long-term career growth within a Tier One contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Background in civil engineering design within major infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with design consultants in a contractor-led environment.
• Good understanding of CDM and Principal Designer duties.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for permanent works design on assigned projects.
• Manage design consultants and coordinate their activities and deliverables.
• Ensure design outputs meet programme and client requirements.

Skills

Civil engineering design

BIM and digital engineering practices

Strong communication skills

Job description

Design Engineer | Major Infrastructure Programme | Swindon

I am working in partnership with a Tier One infrastructure contractor delivering a long term civil engineering programmes across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Engineer looking to take on a key technical role within a complex, regulated project environment.

The role sits within the technical services function and will suit someone who enjoys working closely with design consultants, construction teams and wider project stakeholders to ensure high quality, compliant design delivery.

The role

• Act as the technical lead for permanent works design on assigned projects
• Manage design consultants and coordinate their activities and deliverables
• Ensure design outputs are delivered in line with programme and client requirements
• Manage technical queries, design comments and requests for further information
• Review design deliverables and drawings to ensure compliance with scope and standards
• Maintain and update design deliverable schedules and monthly progress reporting
• Support BIM and digital engineering requirements for permanent and temporary works
• Interface closely with construction teams to ensure buildability and coordination
• Support temporary works design processes in line with project procedures

What they are looking Couldbe Possibly for

• Background in civil engineering design within major infrastructure or heavy civils projects
• Experience working with design consultants in a contractor-led environment
• Good understanding of CDM and Principal Designer duties
• Confident managing technical queries, interfaces and design assurance activities
• Exposure to BIM and digital engineering practices
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, proactive approach

Why this role

This is a strong opportunity to join a major infrastructure programme offering long 周 confirms, structured development and clear progression within a Tier One contractor environment. The role provides broad exposure across design, construction and technical assurance, making it ideal for someone looking to build a long term career in major projects.

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