Lead delivery of civil and structural components for UK substation and grid projects.
19 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Construction services
Sector Specialisms
Water
Environmental
Civil
Structural
Wastewater
Climate Resilience
Renewables
Infrastructure
Role
Description
compliance management
team coordination
programme management
design documentation
civil works
stakeholder management
Ensure full compliance with UK regulations, including the CDM 2015 Regulations and Principal Designer responsibilities where applicable.
Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring effective collaboration between civil, structural, electrical, environmental, and geotechnical disciplines.
Develop and maintain project programmes, budgets, and risk registers to achieve time, cost, and quality objectives.
Prepare and review technical design documentation, specifications, and tender submissions.
Champion health, safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout project delivery.
Lead and manage the delivery of civil and structural elements of substation projects, including site development, access roads, drainage, foundations, and control buildings.
Act as a key point of contact for clients, utilities, and contractors, ensuring clear communication and proactive stakeholder management.
Monitor on-site activities to ensure compliance with design intent, safety standards, and environmental best practice.
Administer and manage contracts including variations, progress reporting, and cost control.
Contribute to business development by supporting tender preparation, proposals, and client presentations.
Provide strong leadership to engineers, designers, and site supervision staff, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and technical excellence.
Requirements
ms project
primavera
chartered engineer
civil design
nec
budget management
Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.
You will have an agile and “Can Do” mindset.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) with professional body (or working toward chartership).
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience delivering projects through all stages — from feasibility and design to construction and handover.
Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.
Strong technical knowledge of civil and structural design standards, reinforced concrete foundations, and substation site development.
Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in civil design and project management of substations, power infrastructure, or similar civil works.
Full UK driving licence.
Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and financial reporting.
Solid understanding of contract administration under NEC, FIDIC, or similar forms of contract.
Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng/MEng or Equivalent)
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded 1932
Year Established
The firm was established in 1932, marking the beginning of its journey from local engineering to global consultancy.
Joined 2020
Year Joined RSK Group
The company became part of the RSK Group in 2020, expanding its international footprint across key regions.
€100M to €600M Contracts
Project Contract Range
The firm manages contracts ranging significantly in scale, from solo ventures to large partnerships.
Delivers major projects from concept to completion, including Dublin’s Vartry water upgrade and Monrovia gravity pipeline.
Specializes in water, wastewater, transportation infrastructure, and environmental planning across public and private sectors.
Manages contracts, supervises construction, and provides technical advisory with ISO-backed systems.
Executed projects funded by prominent organizations such as the World Bank, EU, African Development Bank, and national utilities.
Merges civil and structural engineering with environmental and planning expertise on complex infrastructure projects.
Culture + Values
90 Years
Engineering Experience
The company has a long-standing history of providing professional excellence in water services engineering.
Advise and assist the global community in delivering sustainable infrastructure for tomorrow.
Provide a comprehensive engineering, environment and planning consulting service.
Market leaders in design, procurement and management of large-scale projects.
Environment + Sustainability
240 Trees
Planted to Date
Under a corporate initiative to support biodiversity, 240 native Irish trees have been planted as part of a tree-planting campaign.
1,200 Tonnes CO₂
Sequestered Projected
The forest is projected to capture a significant amount of carbon dioxide over the tree lifetimes, contributing to carbon sequestration efforts.
5 Tonnes CO₂
Per Mature Tree
Each fully grown tree provides substantial carbon capture, supporting environmental sustainability.
15 Acres
Forest Span
The reforestation project covers an extensive area dedicated to enhancing biodiversity and carbon capture.
Achieved net‑zero carbon targets in advisory projects (e.g. World Bank challenges)
Inclusion & Diversity
350+ Members
Neurodiversity Network
Supports a neurodiversity network dedicated to fostering inclusion and providing resources for individuals with neurological differences.
Won World Bank 'Utility of the Future' youth challenge for net-zero carbon design (Nicolai Thorbal)
Promotes apprenticeship career pathways with internal promotions (e.g., Ellie Stanfield)