Senior Civil Engineer

Posted 3 hours 40 minutes ago by Samuel Knight International

£55,000 - £62,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Temporary Jobs
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description
Senior Civil Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (UK) Location & Travel

  • West Midlands or Glasgow

  • Travel approximately 10%

Package

  • Salary up to £62,000

  • 20% bonus

  • £6,000 car allowance

Description

An opportunity to take on a senior technical role within a UK Transmission & Distribution engineering practice, supporting the delivery of complex power infrastructure projects. This position sits within a global power engineering environment and offers exposure to major T&D programmes across the UK.

The role involves acting in a senior civil/structural engineering capacity, leading project deliverables from concept through to construction, while supporting clients, project teams, and wider stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead civil design from concept through detailed design and project completion

  • Prepare civil and structural specifications, datasheets, RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and recommendations

  • Review vendor and contractor drawings and manage interfaces with suppliers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams

  • Support project planning including schedule, scope, budget, resourcing, and construction strategy

  • Manage and assess change orders

  • Apply expert knowledge of civil engineering codes, standards, and industry best practice

  • Produce technical studies, reports, and specifications

  • Develop and implement non-standard design solutions for complex projects

  • Conduct QA/QC reviews of design outputs to ensure compliance with project, client, and industry standards

  • Support construction activities, including resolving site queries, inspections, calculations, and material testing

  • Lead and participate in site inspections and technical assessments

  • Prepare and present technical reports to clients and industry forums

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders

  • Support business development, bids, and project pursuits

  • Lead cost estimates, proposals, and project budgets

  • Monitor and report project performance

  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers

  • Ensure adherence to QA/QC, safety policies, and internal procedures

  • Coordinate effectively with other engineering disciplines

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) with 7+ years of civil/structural design experience
    or

  • Master's Degree with 7+ years of civil/structural design experience

  • Strong experience working with UK T&D clients (e.g. National Grid, SSEN, SPEN)

  • Solid understanding of CDM 2015 and Temporary Works

  • Proficiency in CAD/BIM tools, structural analysis software, and Microsoft Office

  • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and engage with a wide range of stakeholders