Design Management Engineer

Orion Group; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Management Engineer to join their team in Northern Scotland. This role involves managing the design of major infrastructure projects in the renewable energy sector, including Wind Farms and Substations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in civil engineering projects, particularly in renewable energy, highways, or marine construction. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a competitive benefits package, including a company vehicle and performance-related bonuses. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Performance-related bonus scheme

Pension plan with employer contributions

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in civil engineering projects, particularly renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Manage design processes for large scale construction projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for efficient project execution.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Value Engineering

Design Management

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

NEC3/4 Contracts

MCHW Specifications

Job description

Orion Group is working with a successful and established Civil Engineering Contractor seeking a Design Management Engineer to join their team based in Northern Scotland, supporting the design management of major infrastructure projects across their renewable energy, highways, and marine portfolio.
So, what are we looking for?

You will be working on several projects across the Energy Sector including Wind Farms, Substations and Grid Reinforcement with project values typically ranging upwards from £20m.
It is essential that you can work in a collaborative manner with internal and external project stakeholders, actively managing the design process for large scale construction projects, ensuring efficient and accurate information flow between all project participants.
You will have the ability to identify and develop value engineering proposals leading to efficient design solutions and assist with obtaining consents and permissions from external stakeholders.
You'll also need to be able to work at pace. Our business moves quickly, and we need to keep up with the demand. Flexibility, agility, and resilience are key attributes for this role.
Minimum Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in civil engineering projects, preferably in renewable energy infrastructure, highways, or marine construction.
• Experience with design aspects of civil engineering works and familiarity with design standards.
• A level of experience of engaging with external stakeholders such as SEPA, NatureScot, Planning Authorities.

Desirable Experience:

• Understanding of heavy civils construction techniques.
• Familiarity with MCHW or National Grid specifications.
• Knowledge of Scottish civil engineering sector.
• Working knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts.

Please note: Due to the nature of the location, a valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel to remote sites is required. Additionally, applicants must possess valid right to work in the UK documents.

What's in it for you?
If working for one of Scotland's leading civil engineering contractors within a diverse portfolio wasn't enough, we will also offer an excellent benefits and reward package to include:

• Company vehicle.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Pension plan with employer contributions.
• Ongoing professional development support.

Location:
This role is based in their Dingwall office, with potential hybrid working available. The Glasgow office may be considered an alternative location depending on circumstances for the right candidate.

If you're ready for a challenge and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.