Technical Principal (CIVIL) in Brighton

Location/s: Glasgow, Aberdeen, York, Bristol, Southampton, Brighton, Croydon; UK

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve.

About The Business Unit:

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension.

Overview Of The Role:

Our division provides Civil and Structural expertise across power generation and HV transmission including power plants, HV substation / HVDC Interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Technical Principal with experience of engineering design to join our Civil and Structural Team. The role will span a diverse portfolio of work and there will be opportunities for advancement within the team.

The selected candidate will carry out design work on power plants, HV substation/ HVDC Interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects, fulfilling tasks including:

• Project Management
• Project lead
• Proposal Writing
• Scheme Costings
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
• Preparation of drawings for use in planning applications and tender packages
• Detailed Civil/Structural Design
• Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams
• Preparation of Specifications
• Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures to determine suitability for reuse

Candidate Specification Requirements:

• Technical Expertise:
• Advanced Structural Engineering Knowledge: The candidate should have a deep understanding of structural engineering principles, including load-bearing capacity, material properties, and design codes (e.g., Eurocodes, ASCE)
• Proficiency in Structural Analysis Software: Familiarity with tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, or similar software is essential for modeling and analyzing complex structures
• Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM): Knowledge of BIM technologies and their application to improve project visualization, coordination, and execution

• Project Management Skills:
• Project Leadership: The successful candidate must be capable of managing structural engineering projects independently. This includes overseeing project timelines, budgets, and quality
• Proposal Writing and Cost Estimation: Ability to write compelling proposals and estimate project costs accurately
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED): Experience leading FEED activities related to structural components

• Design Coordination and Collaboration:
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: The candidate should excel in coordinating with other disciplines (e.g., architects, electrical engineers) to integrate structural designs seamlessly
• Conflict Resolution: Effective resolution of design conflicts within multidisciplinary teams

• Attention to Detail:
• Drawing Preparation: Proficiency in creating detailed drawings for planning applications and tender packages. Compliance with relevant standards is crucial
• Structural Assessment: Ability to assess existing structures for suitability and safety, considering reuse options

• Communication and Leadership:
• Clear Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for conveying technical information, collaborating with team members, and presenting findings
• Leadership Mindset: The candidate should demonstrate leadership qualities, especially when guiding junior engineers or collaborating with stakeholders

Experience:

• Relevant experience in structural engineering
• Energy project experience would be advantageous for this role

Qualifications:

• Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartership in Structural / Civil engineering will be desirable

Agile Working:

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility:

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• Financial Wellbeing
• Employee Ownership
• Health and Wellbeing
• Lifestyle
• Enhanced Family and Carers Leave
• Learning and Development
• Networks, Communities, and Social Outcomes

Location(s): Brighton, GB; York, GB; Glasgow, GB; Aberdeen, GB; Bristol, GB; Croydon, GB; Southampton, GB

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Energy

Discipline: Civil

Job Ref: 15881