Senior Structural Engineer Job at Egis in the UK (Leatherhead)

Job Responsibility

Structural review, leadership and management of bridges assessment and subsequent design of strengthening, undertaken by Framework Consultants
Management and provision of cost-effective design solutions to maintain or improve the M25 structures assets (bridges, culverts, tunnels, retaining walls etc.) to the standards agreed and considering the needs of key stakeholders
Deliver the outcomes agreed with the National Highways and Connect Plus DBFO Co. to programme and budget, and to meet CPS quality standards
Management and supervision of engineers within the structures design team and to coordinate between design, asset and PM teams and organisations (NH SES)
To manage design delivery, and review documentation, from Framework Consultants
Lead Substandard Structures (bridges, viaducts) structural assessments and strengthening schemes. Prioritise structures for assessments, supervise assessment process, lead strengthening schemes design, present/report to Client on progress
Monitor, review and check deliverables from external designers to ensure that designs are complete and compliant prior submission to National Highways through the Review Process
Manage external framework design suppliers to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget
Assist the wider Design Team in various highways Improvement Schemes
Manage internal design resources within Design Team to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget
Lead and supervise the in-house design of selected structural packages
Undertake and manage optioneering and feasibility of design solutions and preparation of whole life costing
Preparation and review of contract documentation
Work with the Connect Plus Services (CPS) Asset Team to agree achievable Asset Management Forward Plans
Develop and agree briefs with the design team and design suppliers, to cover scope, budget and programme, and to obtain agreement from Asset head for the same
Prepare and submit instructions to design suppliers
Manage and advise on the Design Review Process (Certification) in accordance with the DBFO contract
Ensure that all designs meet the quality standards required by the DBFO contract and CPS internal standards
Work with the Project Manager to lead the internal gateway reviews during the design phase to ensure that they are timely and appropriate sign off is achieved at each gateway
Provide professional and technical leadership and mentoring in structural engineering
Manage design team and supplier costs and budget and review supplier invoices for payment when required
Liaise with National Highways and DN on structural technical issues and submissions
Liaise internally with other teams within Connect Plus (CP) and CPS as required
Liaise with all statutory bodies/authorities as required – such as Highway Authorities, Planning Authorities and statutory undertakers
Report to the project manager on performance against budget and programme
Lead innovation and continual improvement in the delivery of schemes and techniques used in design and construction
Support the development of in-house design capability and continuous improvement of processes and deliverables
Ensure that learning and best practice is captured from the project with the aim of sharing it across the business
Deputise for line manager as required
Manage and support design of related schemes, including Highway Improvements
Live the Connect Plus Services Values
Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm, and Safety by Design
Ensure the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under CDM
Support the delivery of the business’ Sustainability activities
Attend relevant community Forums to represent the Engineering Design team

Requirements

Relevant vocational qualifications (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc/HNC and HND)
30 hours of CPD in last 12 months including 20 related to structures/bridges/highway engineering
Competent in Structural (Bridge) Design and Assessment
Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation
Competent in exercising the Designer’s duties and the Principal Designer duties under CDM
Broad understanding of environmental requirements of highway schemes
Broad knowledge of Quality Management and IMS
Excellent IT Skills relevant to Civil Engineering Design and Microsoft Office is essential
Knowledge of design and assessment standards (DMRB / MCHW / Eurocodes etc.) relevant to structures
Knowledge of structural design analysis

Nice to have

Membership of an appropriate professional institution (ICE, IStructE or IHT)
Alternatively registered with the Engineering Council working towards IEng or CEng level or with good relevant experience and expecting to obtain IEng/CEng within 12 months from appointment
Experience in Highway Structures
Asset Management experience
Knowledge of National Highways approvals procedures
Relevant experience in operating at a senior level
Experienced in leading a design team, managing a design portfolio and coordinating interfaces with other disciplines
Hold appropriate CSCS card registration
Knowledge of the use of computer design applications
Consultation experience with National Highways, Local Councils, Emergency Services and key stakeholders
Broad skills, knowledge/understanding of other highway related design areas
Knowledge of the Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8
Licensed to drive in the UK or with reciprocal agreement

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