Senior Civil Engineer

Progressive; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering company in the West Midlands is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to support the design and delivery of National Grid substation projects. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in civil and structural design, especially for substations, and the ability to work independently. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement with a preference for candidates who can commute to Stafford.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on National Grid substation projects.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design packages.
• Experience with hybrid working and remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil design packages for substations.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid specifications and standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Civil and structural design expertise

Knowledge of National Grid standards

Proficient in AutoCAD

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

STAAD.Pro

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer role at Progressive. This design-focused position supports the design and delivery of National Grid substation projects. Requires deep technical expertise in substation civil engineering and knowledge of National Grid standards and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil design packages for National Grid substation projects.
• Ensure designs comply with National Grid specifications, CDM regulations, and relevant British Standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical engineers, project managers, and contractors.
• Review and approve technical drawings, calculations, and documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Attend site visits and client meetings as required.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working on National Grid substation projects.
• Strong background in civil and structural design, particularly for substations.
• Proficient in relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD.Pro).
• In-depth knowledge of National Grid technical standards and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design packages.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng or equivalent).
• Experience with hybrid working and remote collaboration tools.
• Located within commuting distance of Stafford (preferred but not essential).

Working Arrangement

• Hybrid working preferred from the Stafford office.
• Remote candidates with strong National Grid experience will also be considered.

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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales