At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver high-profile aviation and transport infrastructure projects.
- Company: Global engineering consultancy expanding across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for international assignments.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with strong focus on teamwork and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on exciting projects in the aviation sector.
- Qualifications: Chartered Civil Engineer with at least six years of consultancy experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Design Build Search are working with a global engineering consultancy who continue to expand throughout the UK. Due to securing some exciting work they have an opportunity for a chartered Civil Engineer in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have a specialisation in Transport Engineering, ideally with demonstrable experience in airport infrastructure projects, to support our clients expanding Aviation and civil portfolio across the UK and Ireland.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering;
- Chartered Engineer status (e.g. CEng MIEI or equivalent);
- Minimum of six years’ experience working in design and engineering consultancies;
- Strong technical knowledge of UK and/or Irish standards and regulations relevant to transport infrastructure;
- Proven ability to work both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams;
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, with experience in building and maintaining effective working relationships across all levels of our company;
- Willingness to attend client meetings and industry events across Ireland and UK.
Purpose of the role and main responsibilities:
- Play a key role in the immediate delivery of a high-profile Design & Build projects;
- Contribute to the development and execution of aviation and broader infrastructure projects across Ireland, the UK, and occasionally on international assignments;
- While the primary focus will be on airport and aviation infrastructure, the role may also involve input into other transport-related projects, including road, rail, and port developments;
- Collaborating with and supported by specialist teams—including structural, geotechnical, civil, drainage, aeronautical, and electrical engineers, among others—you will be responsible for a range of technical tasks, including:
- Providing technical input to both outline and detailed design phases;
- Leading the development of technical specifications, ensuring alignment with project requirements and applicable standards;
- Preparing and contributing to the development of technical details, engineering reports, and Bills of Quantities (BoQ);
- Performing basic structural assessments to inform and support design decisions;
- Coordinating the design and integration of civil infrastructure associated with utilities, including drainage systems, water supply networks, ducting systems, etc.
Civil Design Engineer, (Consultancy) Manchester in Warrington employer: Design Build Search
Join a leading global engineering consultancy in Manchester, where innovation meets opportunity. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative work culture, we offer our Civil Design Engineers the chance to work on high-profile projects in aviation and transport infrastructure. Enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive environment, and the chance to grow your career while making a meaningful impact across the UK and Ireland.
