At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the delivery of high-quality civil engineering projects and mentor junior team members.
- Company: Leading engineering firm involved in major infrastructure projects for the MoD.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, full-time hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting work environment with a focus on safety and quality.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team working on impactful projects that shape the future of naval infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil engineering design and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 65 - 65 £ per hour.
12 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Up to £65 per hour umbrella Full time on site in Plymouth
Overview of Department: In order to deliver the MoD's submarine and warship programmes, a significant programme of infrastructure investment is required on the Devonport site. The ‘Major Infrastructure Projects' (MIP) Business Unit has been established to support this. One of the key scope elements within MIP is establishing a defuel capability for out of service submarines, which is delivered under the programme banner of 14 Dock Readiness. This work comprises of a number of interrelated projects to develop various multi-disciplinary infrastructure systems, with an overall value in excess of £100m. The Dock Readiness project is delivering the infrastructure upgrades for the existing dry dock that will be used for the submarine defuels. The dry dock is within a nuclear licensed site.
Job Role: The primary purpose of the role is to provide advice and support to the Implementation Design Manager in ensuring the delivery of high-quality assets through witnessing and recording the physical works on site throughout the course of the Implementation phase and ensure the Design Intent is maintained.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Construction and Project team by providing advice and communicating with contractors and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve site issues / technical queries during construction in line with contract timescales.
- Co-ordinate with the Contractor, Construction and Commissioning to deliver allocated packages of work to completion.
- Witness hold points and where identified undertake or organise independent checking associated with the quality requirements.
- Develop and mentor junior team members.
- Ensure the Contractor adheres to the design documents, scope of works and change requests.
- Champion safety and quality through delivery.
- Utilise SQEP resource to inform decisions / approvals.
- Build relationships with the wider team, stakeholders and interfaces to aid the delivery of the package.
- Undertake and record inspections to ensure adherence to scope and ITPs.
Key Attributes:
- Knowledge and experience of the design of heavy civil engineering and building structures to relevant codes, preferably including seismic codes.
- Knowledge of architectural design of industrial buildings.
- Knowledge of building services design and installation.
- Knowledge of construction techniques employed structures.
- Be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and skills required in technical design development.
- Sound understanding of engineering design and safety practice as relevant to discipline, post and project requirements.
- Sound understanding of Company and departmental procedures relating to Design, Health.
Civil Structural Engineer in Devon employer: Morson Edge
As a Civil Structural Engineer at our Plymouth site, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering critical infrastructure projects for the MoD's submarine and warship programmes. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and professional development, offering ample opportunities for mentorship and growth within a high-stakes environment. Join us to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying competitive remuneration and the chance to work on innovative engineering solutions in a supportive setting.
