Planning Engineer - MU Design

BUUK Infrastructure; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cost of living pay review

Company pension contributions up to 10

33 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Referral payment £1000 (net of tax)

Hybrid working where eligible

Development opportunities

Job summary

BUUK Infrastructure is seeking a Planning Engineer - MU Design to help design multi-utility networks for housing, mixed-use, and industrial projects. The role involves liaising with clients and internal teams to deliver fit-for-purpose networks in a cost-effective manner.

Key responsibilities include design calculations, stakeholder engagement, and cost control for variations, ensuring compliance with standards and best practices across BUUK projects.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 5 or above in English and Maths.
• Knowledge of engineering principles.
• Knowledge of health and safety.
• Legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake demand calculations, network drawings and variations to ensure designs are fit for purpose and compliant.
• Design innovative engineering solutions that balance customer needs with cost efficiency.
• Liaise with clients to understand project requirements and constraints.
• Calculate contract variation costs and produce variation orders for clients.
• Attend meetings with Clients, Network Operators and other BUUK groups.
• Coordinate across BUUK to ensure safe, efficient construction of projects.
• Aim for high customer satisfaction with design and variation processes.
• Perform additional duties as required by the manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

GTC, part of the BUUK Infrastructure Group, are looking for Planning Engineer - MU Design who would like to help us reach our mission to "earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service".

Purpose of this role

The Planning Engineer - Multi-Utility Design will liaise with internal and external parties to design multi-utility networks for new housing, mixed-use, and industrial and commercial projects.

Your key responsibilities

• Undertake demand calculations, network drawings and variations and to ensure network designs are fit for purpose, legislatively compliant and in accordance with Company and industry standards.
• Design innovative engineering solutions that satisfy both our customer needs and the needs of internal stakeholders - provide lowest cost for greatest benefit.
• Liaise with our clients to understand the requirements and constraints on their projects.
• Calculate contract variation costs and produce variation orders for clients.
• Attend meetings with Clients, Network Operators, and other companies as required.
• Liaise with other departments and companies across the BUUK group to ensure the safe and efficient construction of projects.
• Achieve high customer satisfaction with our design / variation processes.
• Any other duties as required by the manager.

GCSE (or equivalent)

Grade 5 or above in English language and Maths.

Experience/Knowledge

• Knowledge of engineering principles.
• Knowledge of health and safety.
• Legislation.

Abilities/Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office programmes or equivalent.

Desirable

• An Engineering Degree.
• Engineering Council Membership at EngTech or above.
• Experience in a design related role in the construction or Utilities sector.
• Proficient in using AutoCAD & GIS (geographical Information Systems).

About BUUK Infrastructure

Our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years. We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best - ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.

What can you expect from us

• Cost of living annual pay review.
• Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax).
• Hybrid working for eligible roles.
• Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.
• BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.

Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications.

You can also ask us about flexible working options.

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Recruitment Policy

The BUUK Group operates with preferred suppliers for recruitment agencies which are reviewed periodically. We do not accept unsolicited speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. Receipt of unsolicited CVs does not imply an introduction to the BUUK Group; therefore, no ownership of such candidates will be given. If recruitment agencies submit unsolicited speculative CVs, we retain the right to contact, pursue and hire these candidates directly and consider them for current or future vacancies without any financial obligation to the recruitment agency in question. This will also apply to any CVs sent directly to line managers. Should you wish to be considered as a preferred supplier, please email [e-mail] to enquire. All terms will only be agreed by the Resourcing Team at BUUK.