Staff Civil Designer - Transmission & Distribution (Glasgow, UK)

Staff Civil Designer – Transmission & Distribution (Glasgow, UK)

Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, architecture and construction solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as a leader in transmission & distribution construction services.

Responsibilities

• Leading on package detailed design development, unaided and when appropriate;
• Participating in multi-disciplinary teams to produce specific sub-packages of detailed design deliverables;
• Supporting the Civil/Structural Section Manager in growing and enhancing the Civil/Structural Section engineering capability in the UK business; and
• providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers within the Civil/Structural Section.
• Be a lead technical role on civil and structural engineering work packages relating to electricity transmission and distribution infrastructure, including undertaking the role of Lead Project Engineer on project teams, as required and when appropriate.
• Produce detailed civil/structural engineering design packages, compliant to required client and national technical standards (BS/Eurocodes/ENA), including civil design and analysis of foundations, structural substation components, steel structures and other civil structural components, using industry standard software.
• Produce various civil project designs, including site design, land development, roads, storm drainage systems, storm water management facilities, water and sanitary sewer utility design, sediment and erosion control, and facility design.
• Undertake drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Undertake a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches.
• Be a driving force in implementing and maintaining building information modelling (BIM)/digital engineering tools, systems, policies, processes and procedures in accordance with industry best practices and standards, including ISO 19650 and PAS 1192.
• Contribute to schedules, budgets and incorporating of project criteria into civil designs to support meeting project financial goals.
• Execute complex assignments requiring the use of advanced techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment, and/or technological methods.
• Undertake consultancy role on FEED stage projects, including production of technical reports and presentations.
• Maintain compliance with CDM Regulations and all other legal and regulatory requirements associated with the nature of design undertaken.
• Undertake technical quality assurance reviews and provide design approval/sign-off, as required and appropriate, on civil and structural engineering designs.
• Work closely with other sections with the UK T&D Engineering Team, particularly the Substation Section, to enable effective collaboration on multi-disciplinary projects and facilitate an optimal engineering function in the UK business.
• Maintain technical compliance to applicable Burns & McDonnell and client design management standards, processes, and procedures on all work delivered by Civil/Structural Section staff.
• Assist with developing and implementing policies, processes, procedures, standards, and technical guidance, as required to continually improve the engineering capability within the Civil/Structural Section.
• Plan and lead project and client meetings (or meeting sections), as required.
• Support the preparation of project proposals and lead tender presentations.
• Drive ‘Safety by Design’ approach on all projects, at all times.
• Support nurturing of a safety and technical excellence culture through emphasis on staff competence, diligence, and responsible attitude.
• Understanding wider industry best practices and client technical standards/procedures for construction, operations & maintenance, and decommissioning, in order to drive safety, constructability, and operability throughout whole asset lifecycles.
• Maintain project compliance to Burns & McDonnell’s UK Integrated Management System.
• Support nurturing of world‑class customer service culture, to drive client success.
• Be an ambassador for Burns & McDonnell at all times through acting in accordance with expected high ethical and moral standards, and in adherence to Burns & McDonnell Code of Conduct.
• Provide support for continued professional development of less experienced engineers in team, including technical guidance.
• Actively support marketing and business development activities, building relationships with client technical contacts to aid generating new business, and elevation of the Burns & McDonnell brand.
• Identifying new skills and competencies required within the Burns & McDonnell team to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talent, including candidate interviewing.
• Participate in relevant professional bodies and industry groups. Maintain Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• Interpret and establish policies, procedures, and strategic goals of the organisation.
• Assist in determining Section objectives and requirements, organise projects and develop standards and guidelines.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Assist with advancement and development of department tools and workflows to increase efficiency of designs, specification development, and project execution.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may reasonably be asked of this position by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in drafting technology or related field and 4 years related experience (Required) or
• Higher National Diploma and 5 years related experience (Required) or
• General Certificate of Secondary Education, 7 years progressive detailing and design experience (Required)
• Expert understanding of design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Expert knowledge in design, calculations and design systems.
• Expert knowledge in the theory and practices of civil discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job: Computer Aided Drafting & Design
Primary Location: GB-Glasgow, UK-Glasgow
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
Req ID: 254434
Job Hire Type: Experienced