Lead Engineer - Lerwick

About Haskoning

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee‑owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology.

Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose‑driven and challenging work on diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise.

With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

About our Maritime Business

Haskoning is at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design and development.

Our multi‑disciplinary teams assist international clients to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide, providing expert commercial, technical and operational advice and creating master plans across five continents.

We are one of the largest and most experienced teams of port planning professionals and engineers globally, and we are world leaders in producing port feasibility studies, master plans and designs.

About Our Lerwick Team

The Lerwick team comprises expert maritime, civil and structural engineers, project managers and engineering technicians delivering a wide range of maritime and related projects across the Northern Isles.

You would be joining a well‑established team that is looking to develop as we embark on the next chapter.

The Role

Step into a pivotal leadership role where you’ll guide and inspire a talented team of 7 engineers.

As our Engineering Team Leader, you’ll shape the strategic direction of the team, drive high‑impact projects, and champion innovation across everything we do.

From steering financial planning and overseeing key proposals to empowering your colleagues through effective people management, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference and lead with purpose.

Responsibilities

• Technical & Project Delivery
• Prepare and review designs, calculations, inspections and structural analyses for maritime and associated structures.
• Oversee and check models, drawings, specifications and reports.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues and act as Project Manager or Technical Manager.
• Contribute to proposals, presentations and client meetings.
• Strategic Leadership
• Contribute to management team activities and help shape team direction, market focus and capability.
• Support development and growth of the team to meet advisory group objectives.
• Support business planning and delivery of revenue, added value and profit targets.
• Contribute to the overall financial success of the advisory group.
• Projects / Proposals
• Lead and coordinate preparation and review of proposals and bids.
• Work with ADAG to support high‑quality submissions and win work.
• Clients / Markets
• Help maintain order book targets for your team.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure high satisfaction.
• Support marketing, business development, and client engagement activities.
• People Management
• Plan and manage team resourcing with ADAG, ensuring efficient use of capacity.
• Support recruitment, succession planning and capability development.
• Help lead development reviews, training planning and knowledge sharing.
• Act as a first point of contact for new opportunities.

What you bring

• Analytical ability to undertake design and analysis work with support from senior engineers for complex tasks.
• Communication skills, clearly articulating orally and in writing the reasons behind your decisions.
• Client orientation, understanding the importance of the client's perception of the organisation. Maintaining a professional client facing approach.
• Conceptual ability, capable of undertaking design from concept to ready for construction.
• Problem solving, thinking laterally and developing solutions to problems with others and on your own.
• Relationship building, building a network within the immediate team, and the wider organisation.
• Solution orientation delivering the project objective without losing focus in the detail.
• Organised, disciplined, structured and consistent in the way you work.
• Personable – approachable, relatable, and empathetic.
• Civil or Structural Engineering Degree (or equivalent experience) and/or Project Management experience with a technical background.
• Background in Maritime structures would be desirable but not essential.

What we offer you

Ambitious.

Exciting.

Lively.

Collaborative.

Dynamic.

That is how our colleagues describe our company.

We also recently won the New Civil Engineer Award for the Best Place to Work (Large Consulting Firm), in recognition of our commitment to creating a supportive and flexible work environment.

You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path.

We have flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life, including part‑time options.

Opportunities to work with colleagues in other UK locations and overseas.

You can learn more about our employee benefits here.

Benefits

Includes: competitive salary, generous annual leave, life assurance, private medical and dental insurance and many more!

Location

You will be based in one of our Aberdeen or Dundee offices, hybrid working is possible; however there is a desire for a minimum of 3 days working in the office.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone’s unique background, identity, and perspective.

Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute.

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