Principal Maritime Civil Engineer

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 in 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: Our Maritime team are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design, and development. We are multi-disciplinary experts that work on international projects to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical and operational advice and created master plans across the five continents for a wide range of port projects. We are one of the largest and most experienced teams of port planning professionals globally and we are world leaders in the production of port feasibility studies and master plans.

The role: If you are already a senior structural / civil marine engineer looking to work on globally significant projects, this role would provide you a step-up in the career ladder. We have a flat organisation structure, and this role will provide great exposure to local and global projects alike, whilst working with the leading professionals within the maritime and shipyard sector! The team is part of the Maritime UK Advisory Group, in 5 of our UK offices. Across the globe, Haskoning has 6,000 colleagues in 75 offices in more than 30 countries. The role will require you to use your technical and practical experience to develop engineering design solutions for maritime civil engineering structures in ports and shipyards, using steel, concrete, timber, and other materials to relevant design codes. You will have engineering input in all project stages from inception, through design and construction, to demolition, recycling, and reuse. Your technical and commercial experience, and liaison with multi-disciplinary teams will be vital to the success of the projects you work on.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare designs and analysis for maritime and associated structures for ports and shipyards.
• Collect and collate design data.
• Carry out inspections and surveys.
• Produce design calculations, check, and review calculations produced by others.
• Check and review models and drawings prior to issue.
• Provide guidance to more junior staff including project managers, engineers, graduates, technicians, and admin staff working on your projects.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities, Contract Documents and Specifications.
• Undertake structural analyses and reporting.
• Give presentations to client organisations and internal audiences.
• Provide engineering judgment and advice.
• Review (or prepare) study reports to a high standard of written English.
• Provide commercial awareness of projects to deliver profitable results within programme by setting and agreeing expectations and achieving on-time delivery.
• Act as Project Manager for small and medium sized projects, or Technical Manager on large/complex projects.
• Contribute to local, national, and international business development efforts through the production of proposals and interaction with clients.
• Participate in the development of new and existing client bases.

Required skills and experience:

• Analytical Ability – lead design and analysis work with limited support.
• Conceptual Ability – capable of undertaking design from concept to ready for construction.
• Communication Skills – clearly articulate orally and in writing the reasons behind your decisions. Show confidence in presenting to team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Client Orientation – maintain a professional client-facing approach.
• Problem Solving – think laterally and develop solutions to problems with others and on your own.
• Relationship Building – build a network within the immediate team, and the wider organization as a trusted advisor to our clients.
• Solution Orientation – deliver project objectives without losing focus in the detail.
• Organised – show organisation, discipline, and a structured, consistent approach in the way you work.
• Personable – approachable, relatable, and empathetic.

Ideal:

• Demonstrate experience in the development of shipyard infrastructure, such as heavy-duty quays, dry docks, floating docks or ship lifts.
• Demonstrate commitment to training of junior staff e.g. as Delegated Engineer or Supervising Civil Engineer within an ICE training scheme.

What we can offer you: Ambitious. Exciting. Lively. Collaborative. Dynamic. That’s how our colleagues describe our company. Want to contribute to enhancing society with your expertise? Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? Join us! 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.

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.