Building a sustainable tomorrow
We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join the BAM UK & Ireland Temporary Works Centre of Expertise. The Temporary Works Centre of Expertise provides design and technical support to the whole of BAM UK & Ireland, so our work covers a wide range of engineering applications. We are a diverse and well-established team with a strong focus on personal development and supporting progression towards professional qualifications.
We offer flexibility in location, with this role based at any of our Northern England offices, alongside a flexible hybrid working schedule.
Making Possible
- Represent the Temporary Works CoE at internal and external meetings.
- Liaise with project, bid, and divisional teams to clarify and manage design requirements.
- Act as Lead Designer when appointed, serving as the main point of contact on specific projects or bids.
- Supervise and support team members, ensuring high performance and adherence to professional and procedural standards.
- Conduct Performance & Development Reviews, provide feedback, and identify development opportunities.
- Plan and undertake site visits as needed to support design accuracy and feasibility.
- Ensure accurate time recording and cost recovery for all chargeable design work.
- Manage the preparation and review of conceptual and detailed designs, ensuring compliance with current standards, risk assessments, and drawing requirements.
- Preparing/supervising the development of detailed designs following current standards and codes, including calculations, design risk assessments and sufficiently detailed sketches for the preparation of 3D models and working drawings.
- Review design work from internal staff and external contributors, maintaining quality and consistency.
- Maintain up-to-date records in the design task database and support pricing by summarising relevant quantities.
- Drive continuous improvement through process enhancements, professional development, and delivery of training, including graduate tutorials.
What do you bring to the role?
- Proven experience and expertise in civil engineering design for structures commonly required by BAM UK&I, which may include earthworks, earth retaining structures, foundations, structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, timber and formwork/falsework.
- Proven experience in construction methods and processes.
- Degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject.
- Experience and knowledge of digital construction processes.
- Chartered membership of ICE and/or IStructE or an accepted alternative professional institution or demonstrable experience and responsibility at a level at least equivalent to a Chartered Engineer.
The following are desirable requirements:
- Construction site/project experience.
- Knowledge of modern methods of construction (e.g. DfMA etc.).
- Experience in training and coaching.
Whats in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- A wide range of family-friendly policies
- Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
- 8 % matched pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance
- 26 days holiday
- 2 wellbeing days
- 1 volunteering day
- Personal and professional development
Senior Design Engineer in Westhoughton employer: BAM UK & Ireland
BAM UK & Ireland is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and employee well-being. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills in a supportive environment while enjoying competitive benefits such as a company car, comprehensive healthcare, and generous holiday allowances. Join us in leading innovative HV Substation projects and be part of a team that values collaboration and excellence.
