Project Engineering Manager - Civil & Structural

Costain Group PLC; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead multi-disciplinary engineering design on major infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on nuclear, water, and transport sectors. You will oversee project delivery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while fostering collaboration among teams. With a flexible working policy and a commitment to innovation, this position is ideal for someone passionate about driving sustainable solutions in civil engineering. Join a forward-thinking team that values your expertise and encourages professional growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing multi-discipline teams on major projects.
• Strong leadership in safety, quality, and environmental management.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of multi-discipline engineering design ensuring compliance and integrity.
• Coordinate engineering interfaces with partners and supply chain.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Safety Management

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Team Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Education

Honours Degree in Engineering

Job description

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We are expanding our Infrastructure sector engineering team for UK projects in the nuclear fuels, decommissioning, water, and transport sectors.

Job Description

We are seeking candidates with significant experience as a Project Engineering Manager, particularly in Concept/FEED/Detailed Design phases on sites with major chemical process hazards and in highly regulated environments, including civil and structural schemes.

As a client-facing Project Engineering Manager, you will oversee the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering design on major projects, ensuring they meet schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

The role is based at the Costain Manchester Office, with an expectation of working in the office up to three days per week. Our flexible working policy allows employees to discuss and agree on working arrangements based on individual and role requirements.

Travel to company, supplier, or client sites may be required for business purposes.

Responsibilities

1. Manage the delivery of multi-discipline engineering design, ensuring safety, sustainability, digital enablement, cost-effectiveness, compliance, and technical integrity.
2. Ensure effective utilization of engineering resources to maximize productivity and efficiency.
3. Coordinate engineering and design interfaces with project partners and supply chain.
4. Manage contractual communications, support meetings, risk assessments, cost reporting, and team coordination.
5. Report regularly to senior management on engineering performance.
6. Maintain a commercial focus, challenging scope creep and safeguarding project scope.
7. Implement and oversee engineering delivery processes, including design strategy, project scheduling, and safety management.
8. Identify and mitigate project risks early, escalating issues as needed.
9. Ensure compliance with governance standards and obtain necessary approvals.
10. Develop strong relationships through effective communication and team building.
11. Lead by example, uphold company values and safety standards.
12. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies.
13. Collaborate with business development to develop and tender new opportunities.
14. Support mentoring and development of engineering team members.
15. Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and capture lessons learned.

Essential Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing multi-discipline teams on major projects.
• Knowledge of civils, structures, and infrastructure, preferably within nuclear, chemical, or similar industries.
• Understanding of project delivery processes from inception to handover.
• Familiarity with UK standards and global best practices.
• Strong leadership in safety, quality, and environmental management.
• Knowledge of project controls including schedule, cost, risk, and change management.
• Collaborative, innovative, and adaptable approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work from the Manchester office at least 3 days a week and travel as required.
• Honours Degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Ability to achieve SC clearance.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with CE marking requirements.
• Knowledge of energy transition technologies such as green/blue hydrogen, CCUS, and emissions reduction.
• Strong engineering and business system skills.
• Chartered Engineer status and membership of a professional institution.
• PMI accreditation or similar.

About Us

Costain delivers innovative, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK, focusing on energy, water, transportation, and defense sectors. We aim to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure company, emphasizing digital optimization and sustainable practices.

We are a Disability Confident employer and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply.

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Civil Engineering