Principal Designer and CDM Advisor – Energy and Resources

Stantec; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor to lead innovative projects in the UK's energy sector. This role involves working on hydropower solutions and other energy projects, where your expertise in CDM Regulations and project management will be crucial. Join a dynamic team dedicated to sustainability and making a positive environmental impact. With a commitment to growth and collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of energy while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

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 relevant discipline required.
• Proven consultancy experience with coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support clients as a CDM Advisor under CDM 2015.
• Manage projects from concept to completion.

Skills

CDM Regulations 2015

Project Management

Health and Safety

Communication Skills

Sustainability Commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction

Master's degree in Engineering

NEBOSH Certification

Job description

Principal Designer and CDM Advisor – Energy and Resources

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The Opportunity

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 as varied as Coire Glas in Scotland, Koysha in Ethiopia, and Dinorwig in Wales as well as other wider 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 outlined under CDM 2015, including where necessary carrying out the role of CDM Advisor to support our clients. 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.

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 in 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 were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work - Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects across all sectors
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid for 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.

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 programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

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