Principal Designer and CDM Advisor – Energy and Resources

STANTEC; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor, where you'll play a crucial role in the UK's energy transition. This position offers the chance to work on innovative hydropower projects and collaborate with a dynamic team. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on professional growth, you'll contribute to impactful solutions in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements while making a difference in the energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension Plan

Free Private Medical Insurance

Discounted Gym Membership

Flexible Working Arrangements

Industry-leading Training and Development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in construction, health and safety, or engineering.
• Chartered status and Health and Safety qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support clients as a CDM Advisor and ensure compliance with CDM 2015.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on energy projects.

Skills

CDM Regulations 2015

Project Management

Health and Safety

Coaching and Mentoring

Sustainability Commitment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

NEBOSH Certification

Job description

The UK&I energy sector is experiencing a transformative period. With increasing demand, stringent regulations, and ambitious net-zero targets, innovation is at the forefront. This is your opportunity to be a part of this exciting journey.

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join Stantec as a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor. This role offers a chance to significantly contribute to the UK's energy transition.

You will join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working on cutting-edge hydropower and pumped storage hydro solutions such as Coire Glas in Scotland, Koysha in Ethiopia, and Dinorwig in Wales, as well as other energy projects across energy from waste, nuclear, hydrogen generation, and transmission and distribution.

Read more about our work at: Stantec Hydropower & Dams

As a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor, responsibilities include those outlined under CDM 2015, including supporting clients as a CDM Advisor when necessary. This role demands a deep understanding of design and construction processes and effective communication skills. You must be well-versed in the legal requirements of CDM and other relevant legislation.

A about You

• Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant construction, health and safety, or engineering discipline. Chartered status and additional Health and Safety qualifications such as NEBOSH are preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience in a consultancy environment, with the ability to coach and mentor junior team members and collaborate across the business.
• Skills: Strong understanding of innovative solutions and industry best practices, with experience managing projects from concept to completion, and in-depth knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015.
• Passion: A commitment to sustainability and a desire to make a positive environmental impact.

Why Join us?

• Our People Culture: We're a close-knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK&I — we want you to be part of it!
• Awards: Stantec was awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work - Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards, and is consistently recognized among the top 10 most sustainable companies by Corporate Knights.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership, and more.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects: Across all sectors.
• Industry-leading training and development: Including paid professional subscriptions.

To hear what some of our employees say about life at Stantec, please click on My Stantec Stories.

Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the energy sector.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver, and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programs, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We address today’s challenges while keeping a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, focusing on clean growth, supporting radical economic changes, and meeting future community needs.

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We ensure equitable opportunities in all employment aspects.

Building an inclusive and inspiring work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is key to our success. If you are excited about this role but feel your experience doesn’t perfectly match, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec, we are committed to accessible recruitment processes. If you need support or adjustments, please contact careers.UK&[e-mail].

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