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Balfour Beatty

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • Derby
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in civil or structural engineering, strong post-grad experience, design knowledge of substations, CAD skills, and familiarity with BIM, drainage design, and relevant software.
  • You will design civil projects, ensure compliance with standards, prepare reports, analyze foundations, manage tenders, maintain safety protocols, and support project teams and training.

Requirements

  • Degree level education or equivalent with formal training in civil engineering, structural engineering and/or geotechnical engineering.
  • Strong, proven post-graduate experience in the civil engineering industry
  • Experience of the supervision of sub-consultants or subcontractors
  • Proven experience of the design of civil engineering works and/or civil design of substations
  • IT Literate (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CAD)
  • Good knowledge and experience of applying National Grid Technical Specifications and Design Handbooks
  • Strong understanding of BIM principals (PAS1192 and ISO16950)
  • Experience in the design and checking for civil engineering projects
  • Experience of substation structural components
  • Experience of drainage design and water management
  • Revit, Civil 3D, Microdrainage software usage

Responsibilities

  • To undertake the design and co-ordination of civil designs required on substation projects, from the initial feasibility assessment through to detail design, installation, and final removal.
  • Ensure the timely delivery and quality of designs including preparation of reports, calculations and drawings to a high technical level which are compliant with the required Client and national technical standards (BS/Eurocodes/ENA).
  • Undertake reinforced concrete design and detailing compliant to required Client & national technical standards (BS/Eurocodes/ENA)
  • Analysis of existing foundations.
  • Construction site layouts and CDM implementation
  • Undertake check function for design calculations performed by other engineering colleagues.
  • Assist in the management of the tender process, understand and interpret scope of works.
  • Support the provision of designs, volumes and quantities as required for tender submissions such that upon contract award, the budget, programme and specification can be achieved.
  • Working closely with Project Teams to determine and maintain common objectives and to ensure work undertaken is appropriate and in accordance with project priorities.
  • Liaise with appropriate personnel to achieve optimum installation procedures. Undertake site visits as necessary to plan and inspect foundation and other civil works.
  • Embed “Safety by Design” principles in all activities, including managing safety through appropriate life cycle designs that minimise risks to personnel and property, by ensuring that Health & Safety Regulations and Balfour Beatty procedures and requirements are followed in the design of civil substation works.
  • Analyse contract documents to ensure correct interpretation of customers/consultant’s intentions.
  • Correspond as directed with the Business Units, customer, consultant, vendor (sub-contractor) to ensure the achievement of satisfactory progress and quality. Visit sites and offices to discuss and solve problem issues, as appropriate.
  • Assist in training of new designers and/or trainees.
  • Undertake other such duties as may be required by the Design lead or Design Delivery Manager.
  • Maintain compliance of CDM regulations and all other legal and regulatory requirements associated with the nature of designs output by the team.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Civil Design Engineer role at Balfour Beatty?

The main purpose is to work with project teams, designers, and subcontractors during the design phase to deliver safe and suitable civil design works for Power T&D construction projects, particularly focusing on Substations Civils delivery.

Is this position open to part-time candidates?

Yes, Balfour Beatty welcomes applications from both full-time and part-time candidates, including those interested in job-sharing arrangements.

What are the key responsibilities of the Civil Design Engineer?

Key responsibilities include designing and coordinating civil designs for substation projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery of designs, undertaking reinforced concrete design, and assisting with the tender process, among others.

What educational background is required for this role?

A degree-level education or equivalent with formal training in civil engineering, structural engineering, and/or geotechnical engineering is required.

What tools and software should candidates be proficient in?

Candidates should be IT literate, particularly in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and CAD software. Familiarity with Revit, Civil 3D, and Microdrainage software is desirable.

What type of projects will the Civil Design Engineer work on?

The Engineer will work on Power Transmission & Distribution construction projects, focusing particularly on substation civil designs.

Are there any specific safety principles that the role focuses on?

Yes, the role emphasizes "Safety by Design" principles, ensuring that designs minimize risks to personnel and property and comply with Health & Safety regulations.

What kind of benefits does Balfour Beatty offer to employees?

Benefits include smart working arrangements, 25 days of paid annual leave (pro rata), family-friendly policies, a pension, a share incentive plan, and recognition schemes, among others.

Is experience with subcontractors required?

Yes, experience in supervising sub-consultants or subcontractors is required for this role.

How does Balfour Beatty support diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Balfour Beatty actively promotes diversity and inclusion through their Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, ensuring that all employees can thrive regardless of their identity or background.

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1909
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Mission & Purpose

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group. With 24,500 employees, we provide innovative and efficient infrastructure that underpins our daily lives, supports communities and enables economic growth. We finance, develop, build and maintain complex infrastructure such as transportation, power and utility systems, social and commercial buildings.