Agreeing technical requirements of the client remit, ensuring it is fully understood, questioning and challenging where necessary, leading the development of fee proposals for review in accordance with delegated authority policy, organising and leading the day-to-day workload of engineers and technical staff within the design team, ensuring technical compliance of the design to the remit
Provide leadership to direct and indirect reports, supporting Head of Construction Engineering, implementing and complying with Kier policies and procedures for functional governance, conducting staff inductions and performance reviews for direct reports, managing team workload, maximising personal utilisation and project efficiency
Ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies / procedures, including CDM Regulations, the Kier SHE Management System (SHEMS) and design Quality Management System (QMS), overseeing and contribute to the production of design deliverables, including calculations, drawings, reports and design risk assessments, identifying and assessing technical opportunities for value engineering, implementing them with suitable approval, developing and building a positive relationship with the client / design / site teams that supports fulfilment of contractual obligations
Developing and reviewing engineering methods and software, including design or assessment spreadsheets and / or calculation templates for use within Kier Design with a view to increasing overall quality and efficiency
Checking and approval of temporary traffic management (TTM) plans for low-speed and high-speed designs,design and checking of low speed TTM designs, producing of some high speed TTM designs, under appropriate supervision
Requirements
travel
ieng
ceng
traffic management
level 6
level 7
Able to travel to offices and sites across various areas
You have completed IEng Initial Professional Development (or CEng equivalent progress) with a relevant professional institution (e.g. ICE)
Knowledge of traffic management from a Design point of view at a Principal level, hold Level 6 or Level 7 qualifications and significant relevant experience
Benefits
Information not given or found
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1928
Year Founded
The company was established in 1928, marking the beginning of its legacy.
£4 Billion
Annual Revenue
Generated nearly £4 billion in 2024, indicating strong financial performance.
£10Bn Order Book
Confirmed Contracts
A strong pipeline of £10 billion worth of contracts ensures steady growth.
£150M Profit
Operating Margin
Delivers healthy margins with £150 million in operating profit.
Kier undertakes a wide range of projects—from hospitals and schools to roads, rail links, and prisons.
Their 360° model spans develop, design‑build, maintain and operate services across sectors like aviation, water, energy and nuclear.
They’ve delivered landmark schemes such as the Luton DART airport‑rail link and the UK’s first all‑electric prison.
Property division focuses on urban regeneration, mixed‑use residential and commercial developments.
Headquartered in Manchester (Salford Quays) with enduring influence across the UK infrastructure landscape.
Culture + Values
We value integrity, teamwork, and responsibility.
We encourage and support personal development.
We are committed to delivering the highest standards of service.
We believe in clear communication, respecting individuals, and working collaboratively.
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2050
Long-term environmental commitment
Aims to completely eliminate carbon emissions in the long term.
40% Emission Reduction
Operational carbon target
Plans to cut operational carbon emissions significantly within four years.
100% Renewable Energy
Energy transition commitment
Committed to sourcing all energy from renewable sources within four years.
Focused on minimizing waste through efficient resource management.
Utilizes sustainable design and construction practices in projects.
Inclusion & Diversity
Women 30%
Representation in senior roles
Targeted increase in women's representation in senior leadership roles by 2025.
Minority 20%
Workforce diversity
Ethnic minority representation within the workforce.
Introduced leadership development program to increase diversity in senior roles.