Senior Structural Engineer

Job Description

Structural review, leadership and management of bridges assessment and subsequent design of strengthening, undertaken by Framework Consultants.

Management and provision of cost-effective design solutions to maintain or improve the M25 structures assets (bridges, culverts, tunnels, retaining walls etc.) to the standards agreed and considering the needs of key stakeholders.

Deliver the outcomes agreed with the National Highways and Connect Plus DBFO Co. to programme and budget, and to meet CPS quality standards.

Management and supervision of engineers within the structures design team and to coordinate between design, asset and PM teams and organisations (NH SES).

To manage design delivery, and review documentation, from Framework Consultants

• Lead Substandard Structures (bridges, viaducts) structural assessments and strengthening schemes. Prioritise structures for assessments, supervise assessment process, lead strengthening schemes design, present/report to Client on progress.
• Monitor, review and check deliverables from external designers to ensure that designs are complete and compliant prior submission to National Highways through the Review Process.
• Manage external framework design suppliers to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget.
• Assist the wider Design Team in various highways Improvement Schemes.
• Manage internal design resources within Design Team to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget.
• Lead and supervise the in-house design of selected structural packages.
• Undertake and manage optioneering and feasibility of design solutions and preparation of whole life costing.
• Preparation and review of contract documentation.
• Work with the Connect Plus Services (CPS) Asset Team to agree achievable Asset Management Forward Plans.
• Develop and agree briefs with the design team and design suppliers, to cover scope, budget and programme, and to obtain agreement from Asset head for the same.
• Prepare and submit instructions to design suppliers.
• Manage and advise on the Design Review Process (Certification) in accordance with the DBFO contract.
• Ensure that all designs meet the quality standards required by the DBFO contract and CPS internal standards.
• Work with the Project Manager to lead the internal gateway reviews during the design phase to ensure that they are timely and appropriate sign off is achieved at each gateway.
• Provide professional and technical leadership and mentoring in structural engineering.
• Manage design team and supplier costs and budget and review supplier invoices for payment when required.
• Liaise with National Highways and DN on structural technical issues and submissions.
• Liaise internally with other teams within Connect Plus (CP) and CPS as required.
• Liaise with all statutory bodies/authorities as required – such as Highway Authorities, Planning Authorities and statutory undertakers.
• Report to the project manager on performance against budget and programme.
• Lead innovation and continual improvement in the delivery of schemes and techniques used in design and construction.
• Support the development of in-house design capability and continuous improvement of processes and deliverables.
• Ensure that learning and best practice is captured from the project with the aim of sharing it across the business.
• Deputise for line manager as required.
• Manage and support design of related schemes, including Highway Improvements.
• Live the Connect Plus Services Values.
• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm, and Safety by Design.
• Ensure the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under CDM.
• Support the delivery of the business’ Sustainability activities.
• Attend relevant community Forums to represent the Engineering Design team.

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant vocational qualifications (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc/HNC and HND).
• 30 hours of CPD in last 12 months including 20 related to structures/bridges/highway engineering.
• Competent in Structural (Bridge) Design and Assessment.
• Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation.
• Competent in exercising the Designer’s duties and the Principal Designer duties under CDM.
• Broad understanding of environmental requirements of highway schemes.
• Broad knowledge of Quality Management and IMS.
• Excellent IT Skills relevant to Civil Engineering Design and Microsoft Office is essential.
• Knowledge of design and assessment standards (DMRB / MCHW / Eurocodes etc.) relevant to structures.
• Knowledge of structural design analysis.

Good to have

• Membership of an appropriate professional institution (ICE, IStructE or IHT).
• Alternatively registered with the Engineering Council working towards IEng or CEng level or with good relevant experience and expecting to obtain IEng/CEng within 12 months from appointment.
• Experience in Highway Structures.
• Asset Management experience.
• Knowledge of National Highways approvals procedures.
• Relevant experience in operating at a senior level.
• Experienced in leading a design team, managing a design portfolio and coordinating interfaces with other disciplines.
• Hold appropriate CSCS card registration.
• Knowledge of the use of computer design applications.
• Consultation experience with National Highways, Local Councils, Emergency Services and key stakeholders.
• Broad skills, knowledge/understanding of other highway related design areas.
• Knowledge of the Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8.
• Licensed to drive in the UK or with reciprocal agreement.

Personal attributes:

• Good Communication skills
• Project management and team building skills.
• Ability to develop relationships and engender trust at all levels of the Connect Plus Services organisation and with Clients

Additional Information

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

*Please note, to be considered for this role, you must be based in the UK and must already be able to legally work in the UK. We are unable to offer or provide sponsorship for this position*