Lead Civil & Structural Engineer - Substations

Ably Resources Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ably Resources Ltd is seeking a Lead Civil Engineer to manage the civil design, construction and contracting activities for HV/EHV substation projects from early engagement through to commissioning.

This senior role can be based in Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester or London, and requires leadership of civil and structural design teams, review of drawings and calculations, and coordination with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Experience in HV/EHV substations or electricity transmission infrastructure.
• Familiarity with UK construction legislation and industry regulations.
• Chartered Engineer status or progress towards registration is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural engineering for HV/EHV substation projects.
• Review drawings, calculations and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate civil design teams and provide technical direction.
• Support tender submissions, specifications and subcontractor assessments.
• Track deliverables, costs and progress to meet budgets and schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Tendering

Cost control

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer (beneficial)

Job description

As Lead Civil Engineer, you would be responsible for managing the substation civil design engineering, construction- and contracting activities, from early project engagement through to construction.

This role can be based in Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester or London

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in the civil and structural engineering aspects of HV/EHV substation projects, ensuring designs meet the relevant technical specifications and contractual obligations.
• Examine and provide technical feedback on engineering drawings, design calculations and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate the work of civil design teams, offering technical direction and assistance where required.
• Provide engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle, including feasibility studies, design development, construction and commissioning.
• Work alongside site and construction teams to address technical queries, design modifications, remedial works and outstanding issues.
• Assist CDM and Temporary Works Coordinators in ensuring appropriate engineering and construction procedures are followed.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, engineering consultants, subcontractors and project delivery teams.
• Provide technical contributions to tender submissions, specifications and the assessment of potential subcontractors.
• Participate in contractor selection, commercial discussions and the management of contractual changes.
• Track engineering deliverables, expenditure and project progress to support successful delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a relevant construction-related discipline.
• Demonstrable civil and structural engineering experience, preferably involving HV/EHV substations or electricity transmission infrastructure.
• Strong technical ability in assessing civil engineering designs, calculations, drawings and associated project documentation.
• Familiarity with UK construction legislation, engineering standards and industry regulations.
• An understanding of UK electricity transmission operators, utility infrastructure and their engineering requirements.
• Experience working with design consultancies, EPC contractors, construction teams and other project stakeholders.
• Previous involvement in tender preparation, technical evaluations, contractor selection and project coordination.
• Ability to identify and resolve engineering challenges arising during design and construction.
• Experience supporting project cost control, reporting and contractual variations.
• Chartered Engineer status, or progress towards professional registration, would be beneficial.