Senior Civil Engineer

Black & Veatch; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on sustainable energy solutions. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and delivery of civil infrastructure projects, contributing to renewable energy initiatives and conventional power generation. With opportunities for professional growth and a flexible work environment, this position allows you to make a significant impact on communities while collaborating with talented professionals. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to be part of innovative projects, this role offers a unique chance to build a better future.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Performance-based Bonus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• MSc and Chartered Engineer qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of civil engineering projects.
• Coordinate with CAD team for engineering drawings.
• Manage client relationships and project finances.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Design of Onshore Civil Works

Feasibility Studies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

MSc in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Req Id : 107126

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: No

Full time/Part time: Full-Time

Contract Hire Only for this Project: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Job Summary

At Black & Veatch we work on sustainable solutions to some of today’s biggest energy challenges. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you’ll join a dynamic and technically focused Civil Engineering team, taking a lead role in the engineering design of civil infrastructure for energy projects.

You’ll be key in the design and delivery of multiple Civil Engineering schemes throughout the region, supporting project delivery across multiple sectors including renewables (solar PV, BESS, hydrogen), data centres and conventional power generation (gas, waste-to-energy).

This role can be based in our Glasgow or London office 3 days per week, with the flexibility to work from home the rest of the week. Some travel to client/project sites throughout the UK and internationally will be required.

Key Responsibilities

In this client-facing role, you’ll guide technical discussions and make recommendations. You’ll be responsible for:

1. Acting as a Point of Contact within the UK team for interaction with other international B&V teams.
2. Interface management with UK electrical and geotechnical leads to develop compatible engineering solutions for projects.
3. Input to the delivery of renewable energy project developments in accordance with the pre-defined budgets, deadlines, and quality requirements.
4. Design of onshore civil works including the following experience:

• Knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles.
• Application of recognised standards/codes of practice for the design of terrestrial and nearshore civil works.
• Development of engineering drawings including layouts and long sections and details.
• Design in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and regulations (e.g. CDM Regs).

Working alongside senior Engineers to undertake feasibility studies, calculations, design, specifications, and reports for various energy and power related projects.

Co-ordinating with the CAD team to deliver engineering drawings, reviewing and amending AUTOCAD drawings accurately and efficiently according to the design brief.

Regularly and accurately reporting the status of projects to management.

Be a key interface and manage the relationship with clients and contractors.

Add value, avoid/resolve issues, mitigate risks and manage project’s finances and contracts by applying robust project management practices and experience from previous projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• MSc in related field
• Professional recognition qualification such as Chartered Engineer.
• Industry recognised organisation registration.
• Full UK Driving License
• Site experience (including greenfield, construction and commissioning visits).
• Experience of: Outline design, feasibility, FEED, detailed design, procurement and installation project stages associated with, but not limited to, the following:

• Onshore cable routing design including trenchless crossings (such as Horizontal Directional drilling),
• Substation spatial layout and associated civil infrastructure works,
• External works design including road design, section agreements and earthworks,
• Utility and Drainage design/coordination.

• Knowledge of Construction feasibility of onshore civil infrastructure including pre-construction layout (e.g. stockpile, laydown area and site compound areas, temporary working corridors) and RAMS.
• Proven history of establishing and maintaining key client relationships.
• Familiar with Proposal/ tender preparation and review.

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering Job Grade 130

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.