Senior Civil Engineer

Amey; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Generous pension scheme

Professional development support

Community involvement days

Health cash plan

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Scotland seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead road schemes and mentor junior designers. The role involves producing compliant engineering solutions, managing project budgets, and ensuring safety practices. Candidates should have a strong technical background and ideally hold Chartered status. Excellent benefits include flexible work options and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Developed experience in civil engineering with a focus on road schemes.
• Capable of producing sound engineering solutions and supervising juniors.
• Good understanding of CDM and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for producing engineering solutions.
• Prepare and check designs against client requirements.
• Responsible for project budget and success.

Skills

Technical Engineering Solutions

Project Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Client Liaison

Mentoring Junior Staff

Education

Incorporated or Chartered Status

Tools

CAD Software

Relevant Analytical Tools

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Senior Civil Engineer to join our Amey Consulting team in Scotland. We have design hubs in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Motherwell, Perth and Aberdeen together with additional office space in Dumfries, Ayr, Dundee, Nairn and Huntly.

Our Amey Consulting Scotland Team are involved in designing some of the largest civil engineering and associated infrastructure projects across Scotland with cumulative values in excess of £1bn. In addition long-term contracts with NMC, we also have a diverse portfolio of major roads, bridges and transportation and civil design projects with Transport Scotland, Local Authorities, and established contractors across the country.

The role

Our Senior Engineers play an important part within the Design team and alongside our client, Transport Scotland. As a Senior Engineer you will provide effective support and assistance to your Design Team Leader on a variety of road schemes whilst taking the lead on projects and mentoring junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements
• Prepare and check designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy quality, cost and programme criteria
• Oversee the actions of junior staff undertaking similar tasks and take responsibility for their actions
• Be responsible for the commercial success of the projects within their portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverables
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries
• Contributing to the preparation of bids and the general work winning function
• Drive effective health and safety practices within the team

What you will bring to us

• Developed experience and expertise within the relevant technical field, probably gained in an engineer role or equivalent
• Able to produce technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements, working unsupervised and supervising junior staff undertaking similar tasks
• Experienced in project related tasks associated with the management of health, safety and welfare, e.g. Amey's Integrated Management System and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
• Capable of acting as day-to-day main engineering contact for a project where required under the terms of the commission, e.g. Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) for Network Rail schemes
• Very good working knowledge of relevant software and similar analytical tools
• Demonstrates good commercial awareness
• Has a very good understanding of CDM and risk assessment. Substantially experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensures appropriate risk mitigation and transference has been applied. Is capable of acting as Principal Designer for appropriate projects
• Successful completion of either the professional review or end point assessment, resulting in the award of Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence
• Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence gained through the professional institution to which the individual is aligned is desirable and may be essential on particular contracts

What we can offer you

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That we join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through life’s ups and downs. Investors in People ranks us among the top 1% of employers.

Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.

Work-life balance, hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.

Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers

EDI - At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas - Women at Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

Social Value - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.

• Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset.

You’ll be stretched, but always supported. We recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design and Engineering

Industries

• Civil Engineering and Engineering Services