Senior Design Engineer in City of London

Senior CSA Design Engineer - London - Commercial Construction

Design Build Search has partnered with a progressive quality Commercial Construction Contractor with operations in Ireland, UK and Europe. Due to winning landmark projects in London Docklands, there is an opportunity for an experienced Senior CSA Design Engineer for a major data centre in London Docklands. If you would like to join a company that wins high-profile projects with blue-chip clients and if you enjoy working in a stimulating environment, then this is the job for you.

REPORTING TO: Senior CSA Project Manager

Purpose of Role

To manage the end-to-end design and delivery of Civil, Structural, and Architectural packages for high-profile projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and oversee the design development of all CSA packages, ensuring technical compliance with project specifications and statutory requirements.
• Ensure that all design solutions are thoroughly evaluated for buildability and provide the best possible outcome for each unique project scenario, balancing innovation, cost-effectiveness, and practicality.
• Manage the lifecycle of design packages, from initial review through estimation, procurement, planning, and execution on site.
• Engage proactively with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities, to ensure project objectives are met and relationships are maintained.
• Support the Design Manager and collaborate with MEP and CSA teams to deliver integrated solutions and resolve cross-discipline design challenges.
• Monitor design progress, identify risks or issues early, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines and deliverables.
• Contribute technical input during all project phases, providing guidance on best practices, value engineering, constructability reviews, and assessing alternative approaches to secure the most buildable and effective solutions.
• Oversee and ensure the production of high-quality technical documentation, drawings, and reports.
• Participate in and lead project meetings, design reviews, and site inspections as required, with a focus on verifying that designs are both practical and optimised for construction.

The Candidate

• Minimum 5+ years’ CSA design and delivery for large-scale, complex building projects, preferably within data centre or mission-critical sectors.
• Prior exposure to data centres or complex building projects is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered status with a recognised professional body (e.g., ICE, IStructE, RIAI) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of UK building codes, standards, and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in design and analysis software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, BIM tools).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple design packages through all phases with a focus on buildability and optimal solutions.
• Proven project management capabilities, including planning, risk management, and reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence outcomes.

Benefits & Next Steps

Solid career path for highly performing individuals is to progress from Design Manager to Project Manager to Senior Project Manager. Attractive salary plus benefits available now.

To apply, send an updated resume outlining projects and the construction scope as well as day-to-day tasks to regina.fitzpatrick@dbsearch.ie. Applicants must be living locally; sponsorship not provided.