Engineer

Lancaster City Council; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization is looking for talented Engineers to join their award-winning team in Morecambe. This role involves delivering high-profile public projects while managing council infrastructure and contributing to climate emergency initiatives. Ideal candidates possess strong skills in project coordination, contract design, and must hold a degree in Engineering or relevant experience. Flexible working hours and generous benefits are offered to support career development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in contract design, preparation, administration and site supervision.
• Proficiency in project coordination and budget control.
• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Engineering is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and manage council infrastructure assets.
• Design projects using computer drawing applications.
• Produce contract documents and supervise construction work.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies to solve complex challenges.

Skills

Contract design

Project coordination

Budget control

AutoCAD proficiency

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

The Role

Join our multi award-winning Engineering team and make a real difference to the places people live, work, and visit.

Lancaster City Council is looking for talented Engineers to help deliver ambitious projects that will transform our district.

As part of our expanding team, you’ll work on high-profile public realm and highway schemes, as well as coastal and drainage projects that protect communities and enhance our environment. You’ll also play a key role in building capacity within the team to manage a diverse portfolio of assets.

Why join us?

• Be part of major regeneration projects, including the Morecambe Bay/Heysham Gateway commercial development and exciting mixed-use city centre plans.
• Contribute to coastal and flood defence schemes that safeguard our future.
• Work in a team that’s passionate about innovation and sustainability – Lancaster has declared aclimate emergency and is committed to achievingnet-zero carbon by 2030.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in contract design, preparation, administration and site supervision.
• Skills in project coordination and budget control, plus proficiency in AutoCAD.
• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Engineering is desirable, but we value experience and practical know-how.

What you’ll do:

• Inspect and manage council infrastructure assets.
• Design projects using computer drawing applications.
• Produce contract documents and supervise construction work.
• Collaborate with colleagues, external agencies, and the public to solve complex challenges.

What we offer:

• Flexible working hours and a supportive team environment.
• A role based at Morecambe Town Hall, with opportunities to work across the district.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on Lancaster’s future while developing your career.

Full UK driving licence is essential for site visits and surveys.

Ready to shape Lancaster’s future?

Apply now at www.lancaster.gov.uk/jobs. Please ensure your supporting statement clearly demonstrates how your experience meets our needs. CVs will not be considered.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity prior to applying, please contact Jonathan Noad, Chief Officer Sustainable Growth on 01524 582000 or [e-mail].

Excellent benefits include

A Local Government Pension Scheme (the Council makes a 15.5% contribution). Discounted gym membership and discount on days out, activities and retail.

About You

You will identify with our organisational values of Pride, Ownership, Working Together and Ambition.

Our Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• A range of employee benefits including discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, the opportunity to purchase extra time off, as well as discounts on days out, activities and retail.

Lancaster City Council has unanimously declared a climate emergency and will therefore work towards reducing carbon emissions to net‑zero by 2030. As part of this role, you will be expected to participate and work towards reducing both carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change.

We are an investor in people, forces friendly employer, and an armed forces covenant committed organisation. We welcome applications from defence reserves and other members of our armed forces community. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all parts of our community.

At Lancaster City Council we aim to have a diverse workforce that is representative of the district that we serve and provide a working environment where each employee feels able to bring their whole self to work. We welcome applications from all sections of our community and provide several supportive and inclusive workplace networks and safe spaces for employees to feel connected. Our workplace wellbeing strategy drives our commitment to staff wellbeing initiatives and ensures that our organisation is a great place to work for all.

We are a disability‑confident committed employer.

Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to update all applicants individually. If you do not receive a response from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, then your application will have unfortunately been unsuccessful in progressing to interview.