Lead Civil Infrastructure Engineer – Utilities & External Works

SNC-Lavalin; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering firm in Manchester seeks a Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer to lead teams in designing utilities and external works for critical UK infrastructure projects. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of utilities and strong problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will possess chartered engineer qualifications and have proven experience in multidisciplinary design and project coordination. This position offers competitive salaries and a range of tailored benefits for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible holiday allowances

Opportunities for training and professional development

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of gas, power, water, and communication networks.
• Proven hands-on experience in utilities and external works.
• Ability to assess complex utilities scenarios and identify key risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design work to high standards.
• Prepare briefs and scopes of work for projects.
• Manage time and budgets effectively for project milestones.

Skills

Utilities Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Coordination

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Chartered Engineer in relevant discipline

Job description

An international engineering firm in Manchester seeks a Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer to lead teams in designing utilities and external works for critical UK infrastructure projects. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of utilities and strong problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will possess chartered engineer qualifications and have proven experience in multidisciplinary design and project coordination. This position offers competitive salaries and a range of tailored benefits for personal and professional development.