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Power Civils Lead Engineer

United Kingdom, Manchester · Job Posted January 11, 2026
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Help shape the infrastructure that powers the UK’s energy future. At Morson Praxis, we are the technical consultancy that actually delivers what it designs and our growing pipeline of power and energy projects needs strong civil engineering leadership to drive it forward. From new-build substations to grid modernisation, renewable generation connections and major electrical infrastructure upgrades, our teams are helping transform how energy moves across the UK. We are now seeking an experienced Power Civils Lead to guide multidisciplinary teams, deliver high-quality design solutions and support the next generation of engineers.

Job Responsibility

  • Leading, managing and developing a team of civil engineers and designers working across a diverse power project portfolio
  • Overseeing design packages for substations, substation extensions/upgrades, onshore renewables and wider grid infrastructure
  • Ensuring robust quality assurance, technical governance and design compliance
  • Undertaking technical and feasibility studies, site investigations and engineering assessments
  • Supporting bids, tenders and proposal development for new opportunities
  • Providing on-site engineering advice and resolving project-based civil/structural issues
  • Mentoring junior engineers and promoting knowledge sharing across the team
  • Coordinating effectively with internal disciplines, external consultants, suppliers and clients
  • Managing project budgets, resource plans and delivery schedules
  • Identifying, communicating and managing design changes and associated impacts
  • Utilising a range of civil and structural design software and digital tools to deliver efficient engineering solutions

Requirements

  • HND or Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Ideally IEng or CEng, with membership of ICE, IStructE or similar
  • Minimum 5 years’ civil/structural design experience in substation or electrical infrastructure projects
  • Strong background within the Electrical Transmission & Distribution sector
  • Solid understanding of CDM regulations
  • Good knowledge of UK Environmental and Waste Management legislation
  • Detailed familiarity with National Grid Transmission Procedures, particularly: TP106, TP135, TP137, TP141, TP153, TP184, TP188, TP219, TP221, TP235, TP241
  • Proven ability to supervise, mentor and lead technical teams
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to balance technical detail with project-level oversight and delivery

What we offer

  • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Full support and guidance towards chartership
  • Company funded professional memberships
  • Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • Life assurance scheme
  • 24/7 GP Access
  • Funded team socials and events
  • Mega-projects throughout the UK and internationally
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • High street discount scheme
  • Enhanced company sick pay scheme
  • Mental Health Wellbeing app
  • Specsavers discount scheme

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