LLS Civil Engineer

Posted 31 October 2024
Salary £600 - £700 per day + outside of IR35
LocationLondon
Job type Contract
DisciplineEnergy Recruitment
ReferenceCR/075096_1730461654
Contact NameIan Hunter

Job description

We have a current opportunity for a Civil / Architectural Engineer on a contract basis. The position will be based in London.

Outside of IR35: Civil / Architectural Engineer

required in central London 3 days a week with 2 days WFH; 12 month + contract with a major operator in Wind.

Interfaces / coordinates with

Support for:

  • LSS WP

Coordination/Interfaces with:

  • Offshore Substation Platform OSP (as part of EPC substation's contract)
  • Electrical & Information Systems WP
  • Transmission Engineering WP
  • Onshore EXC WP

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Coordination:

  • Lead all engineering efforts for the design of civil, structural, building services, landscape, and architectural works necessary for the effective completion of a Land Substation
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary team (e.g. Electrical-, Onshore Cable-, Substation Work Package, EPC contractor, Owner's Engineer, Land- & Consents-, and Stakeholder team, National Grid, etc) to ensure seamless integration of all design aspects. Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and understanding of project requirements and progress.

Design Development:

  • Assist Design Document process of all civil design concepts and philosophies (in-house & external), ensuring they align with employer's requirements.
  • Oversee & evaluate the final design and implementation, which will be undertaken as part of the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) by the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation (EPCI) contractor.
  • Review on main EPC contract's tender feedback (designs and specification etc.)

Project Management:

  • Monitor and guide the EPCI contractor throughout the detailed design and implementation phases to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes and standards.
  • Manage civil construction timelines, -budgets, and -resources effectively to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.

Regulatory Compliance:

  • Ensure all designs and construction activities comply with local, national, and international regulations and standards.
  • Assist / Obtain that all necessary permits and approvals from relevant authorities.

Risk, Sustainability and Safety:

  • Promote sustainable design practices and ensure the project minimizes environmental impact.
  • Implement and enforce health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all project personnel.

Qualifications

Educational Background:

  • Completed studies (diploma/master's degree) in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or comparable courses of study.

Professional Experience:

  • Several years of professional experience in the field of civil, structural, building services, landscape, and architectural works for (onshore) electrical substations and power cables.
  • Ideally, knowledge/experience in project management (incl. planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) is a plus); experience in FIDIC based contracts.

Technical & Regulatory Skills:

  • Strong understanding of UK building regulations, standards, and codes of practice.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK construction laws, health and safety regulations, and environmental standards. Familiarity with the planning & permitting processes in the UK
  • Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, and other relevant tools is a plus.

Health and Safety:

  • Comprehensive understanding of health and safety regulations and best practices.

For further information about this position please apply.


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