Principal Civil & Structural Engineer - Nuclear at Costain Group Plc in Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

technical guidance

specification development

bid assessment

structural design

engineering deliverables

progress reporting

Advise and guidance on specialist discipline matters relating to nuclear sector requirements, regulations, latest technologies and industry best practice.
Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers
Defining client requirements
Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with.
Planning and delivering project tasks undertaken by the C&S team
Reviewing supplier’s quotations and preparing technical bid assessments
Organising discipline staff, allocating work and ensuring delivery against plan
Development of specifications and sub-contract SOWs including GI / SI contamination scopes
Responsibility for C&S discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation, checking and/or approval of engineering documentation
Preparing installation scopes of works and supporting constructability and delivery specialists
Design of new structures, assessment of historic structures, checking and approving C&S documentation from subordinates.
Production of high-quality C&S engineering deliverables to schedule, budget and client satisfaction
Supporting the PM in identifying change, progress reporting, tracking of issues, risks and resolutions
Optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development.

Requirements

project management

security clearance

cscs

chartership

nuclear industry

beng

Knowledge and experience of common forms of contracts
Project Management experience
Experience in leading small teams and supporting more junior engineers.
Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries.
Currently holding Security Clearance
Requirements Management experience
Extensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards
C&S elements of pumped systems, such as fire and potable water.
Ability to obtain Security Clearance - British Citizen or 5 years residency in UK
CSCS or CCNSG
Significant experience within the UK nuclear industry at all stages of the project lifecycle
Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements
Knowledge of nuclear industry standards and processes
Experience with new and historic structures, optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development.
Nuclear Industry recognised training and qualifications
Chartership with ICE or IStructE
Minimum BEng Civil or Structural Engineering

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

must obtain security clearance – british citizen or 5 years uk residency required

Company

Overview

Founded 1865

Year Established

Established in 1865, the company has over 150 years of experience in engineering and construction.

A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK.
Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors.
Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients.
Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure.
Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes.
Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management.
Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

Culture + Values

5% reduced incidents

Safety improvement

Achieved a 5% reduction in workplace incidents over the past three years through comprehensive safety training and equipment upgrades.

100% renewable energy

Energy commitment

Committed to sourcing 100% of our electricity from renewable energy sources by 2025.

95% satisfaction rate

Customer loyalty

Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rate by consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

50% engagement increase

Employee wellness

Increased employee engagement by 50% through initiatives focused on mental and physical wellbeing.

Integrity – doing the right things in the right way
Customer focus – striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs
Be collaborative – teamwork through being connective and inclusive
Be curious – being innovative, agile and constantly learning
Be caring – being empathetic and considerate in what we do
Be courageous – being bold and committed to being better

Environment + Sustainability

38% Scope 1 Emissions

Carbon Reduction Target

Achieved a significant reduction in operational emissions compared to baseline.

80% HVO Fuel Mix

Sustainable Fuel Adoption

Increased the proportion of hydrotreated vegetable oil in the fuel mix.

10% Emission Intensity

Carbon Efficiency Improvement

Reduced emission intensity per revenue unit compared to baseline.

100% Renewable Electricity

Clean Energy Transition

All office energy consumption sourced from renewable tariff-backed providers.

Commitment to deliver low-carbon whole-life solutions to every client by 2023 and to be net zero by 2035
Net zero target for operational and supply-chain emissions (Scope 1, 2 by 2035; Scope 3 by 2045)
Emission intensity (tCO₂e/£M revenue) reduced by 10% compared to baseline
Introduction of a Low Carbon Materials mandate for concrete, cement and asphalt
October 2024 Board-approved climate transition plan with accelerated decarbonisation targets
Carbon reduction tool deployed in 2024 for enhanced Scope 1, 2 and supply-chain emissions tracking
PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in infrastructure achieved Q4 2024
Company awarded London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

75% Participation

Best Companies Accreditation 2024

Achieved 'A Very Good Company to Work for' Best Companies one-star accreditation with 75% employee participation.

26 Weeks Leave

Enhanced Parental Leave Policy

Improved maternity and adoption leave to 26 weeks full pay, paternity leave to 8 weeks full pay, and introduced 5 days paid carers' leave.

46/50 Score

Considerate Constructors Scheme

Achieved an average score of 46/50 in Considerate Constructor Scheme contracts, exceeding the industry average of 41.

41% Spend

SME Contract Spend

41% of total contract spend (£650m) went to SMEs in 2024, exceeding the UK Government's 33% target.

Achieved Disability Confident Level 3 and Disability Confident Leader status in 2024
Workforce of ~14,500 people across 170+ sites, with over 30 million hours worked in FY 2024
Since 2016, engagement increased and incidents halved, reflecting safer and more engaged workforce

Articles

Careers at Costain

Sustainability

Our Projects

Role

Description

technical guidance

specification development

bid assessment

structural design

engineering deliverables

progress reporting

Advise and guidance on specialist discipline matters relating to nuclear sector requirements, regulations, latest technologies and industry best practice.
Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers
Defining client requirements
Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with.
Planning and delivering project tasks undertaken by the C&S team
Reviewing supplier’s quotations and preparing technical bid assessments
Organising discipline staff, allocating work and ensuring delivery against plan
Development of specifications and sub-contract SOWs including GI / SI contamination scopes
Responsibility for C&S discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation, checking and/or approval of engineering documentation
Preparing installation scopes of works and supporting constructability and delivery specialists
Design of new structures, assessment of historic structures, checking and approving C&S documentation from subordinates.
Production of high-quality C&S engineering deliverables to schedule, budget and client satisfaction
Supporting the PM in identifying change, progress reporting, tracking of issues, risks and resolutions
Optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development.

Requirements

project management

security clearance

cscs

chartership

nuclear industry

beng

Knowledge and experience of common forms of contracts
Project Management experience
Experience in leading small teams and supporting more junior engineers.
Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries.
Currently holding Security Clearance
Requirements Management experience
Extensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards
C&S elements of pumped systems, such as fire and potable water.
Ability to obtain Security Clearance - British Citizen or 5 years residency in UK
CSCS or CCNSG
Significant experience within the UK nuclear industry at all stages of the project lifecycle
Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements
Knowledge of nuclear industry standards and processes
Experience with new and historic structures, optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development.
Nuclear Industry recognised training and qualifications
Chartership with ICE or IStructE
Minimum BEng Civil or Structural Engineering

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

must obtain security clearance – british citizen or 5 years uk residency required

Company

Overview

Founded 1865

Year Established

Established in 1865, the company has over 150 years of experience in engineering and construction.

A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK.
Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors.
Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients.
Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure.
Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes.
Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management.
Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

Culture + Values

5% reduced incidents

Safety improvement

Achieved a 5% reduction in workplace incidents over the past three years through comprehensive safety training and equipment upgrades.

100% renewable energy

Energy commitment

Committed to sourcing 100% of our electricity from renewable energy sources by 2025.

95% satisfaction rate

Customer loyalty

Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rate by consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

50% engagement increase

Employee wellness

Increased employee engagement by 50% through initiatives focused on mental and physical wellbeing.

Integrity – doing the right things in the right way
Customer focus – striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs
Be collaborative – teamwork through being connective and inclusive
Be curious – being innovative, agile and constantly learning
Be caring – being empathetic and considerate in what we do
Be courageous – being bold and committed to being better

Environment + Sustainability

38% Scope 1 Emissions

Carbon Reduction Target

Achieved a significant reduction in operational emissions compared to baseline.

80% HVO Fuel Mix

Sustainable Fuel Adoption

Increased the proportion of hydrotreated vegetable oil in the fuel mix.

10% Emission Intensity

Carbon Efficiency Improvement

Reduced emission intensity per revenue unit compared to baseline.

100% Renewable Electricity

Clean Energy Transition

All office energy consumption sourced from renewable tariff-backed providers.

Commitment to deliver low-carbon whole-life solutions to every client by 2023 and to be net zero by 2035
Net zero target for operational and supply-chain emissions (Scope 1, 2 by 2035; Scope 3 by 2045)
Emission intensity (tCO₂e/£M revenue) reduced by 10% compared to baseline
Introduction of a Low Carbon Materials mandate for concrete, cement and asphalt
October 2024 Board-approved climate transition plan with accelerated decarbonisation targets
Carbon reduction tool deployed in 2024 for enhanced Scope 1, 2 and supply-chain emissions tracking
PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in infrastructure achieved Q4 2024
Company awarded London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

75% Participation

Best Companies Accreditation 2024

Achieved 'A Very Good Company to Work for' Best Companies one-star accreditation with 75% employee participation.

26 Weeks Leave

Enhanced Parental Leave Policy

Improved maternity and adoption leave to 26 weeks full pay, paternity leave to 8 weeks full pay, and introduced 5 days paid carers' leave.

46/50 Score

Considerate Constructors Scheme

Achieved an average score of 46/50 in Considerate Constructor Scheme contracts, exceeding the industry average of 41.

41% Spend

SME Contract Spend

41% of total contract spend (£650m) went to SMEs in 2024, exceeding the UK Government's 33% target.

Achieved Disability Confident Level 3 and Disability Confident Leader status in 2024
Workforce of ~14,500 people across 170+ sites, with over 30 million hours worked in FY 2024
Since 2016, engagement increased and incidents halved, reflecting safer and more engaged workforce

Articles

Careers at Costain

Sustainability

Our Projects