Senior Civil & Structural Design Engineer

Veolia

The Role

Overview

Design and optimise civil/structural aspects of energy facilities

Key Responsibilities

  • design compliance
  • costing
  • feasibility
  • specification
  • design review
  • cdm compliance

Tasks

-Ensure all civil and structural engineering work is designed and executed in full compliance with Veolia’s contractual obligations. -Maintain open communication with the Design, Engineering, Construction, and Operations departments regarding complex technical matters. -Participate in regular progress meetings during the tender, design, and construction phases of projects. -Provide support to the project development team with regards to the costing and programming of civil and structural works for each project. -Conduct feasibility studies and design assessments with the MEP design team for energy projects, supporting the RIBA Stage 2 design process. -Generate technical and performance specifications for inclusion in the employer's requirements for external detailed design contractors. -Serve as the specialist Civil and Structural Engineering resource for Project Managers and Technical Solutions Managers. -Collaborate with the Technical Solutions Team to design initial site concept layouts for energy projects, prioritising operational efficiency, safety, flexibility, and buildability. -Review detailed design packages, providing technical governance and feedback focused on enhancing safety, performance, and achieving value engineering. -Liaise with operations, planning, and permitting teams to guarantee adherence to CDM regulations.

Requirements

  • construction contracts
  • civil design
  • chartered
  • 5 years
  • stakeholder collaboration
  • project management

What You Bring

-Fundamental understanding of common construction contracts (e.g., NEC3, FIDIC Red Book) and environmental legislation. -Proficiency in the design of civil and structural elements for energy installations across a variety of facilities (e.g., commercial, industrial, NHS, district heating). -A qualified Civil and Structural Design Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience. -Demonstrable ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external contractors, fostering strong working relationships. -Proven skills in project management, time planning, and self-organisation, with a strong results-oriented approach. -Working towards, or a commitment to achieving, Chartered status with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or another recognised professional body.

Benefits

-Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers -Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to -Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential -Free physiotherapy service -Access to our people’s pension scheme -Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000 -25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

The Company

About Veolia

-Born as a water services pioneer in 1853, evolved into a global environmental leader. -A major merger with Suez in 2021 solidified its global presence and service capabilities.

Sector Specialisms

Municipal

Industrial

Energy

Water

Utilities

Government

Automotive

Food & Beverage

Mining

Aerospace

Chemical

Power Generation

Metal Processing & Finishing

Colleges & Universities

Bioenergy