Associate (Land Development) in London

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership; Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung. RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

Role Purpose

Lead the delivery of UK private-sector land development infrastructure and drainage design, producing commercially optimised, compliant, and approval-ready engineering solutions. Provide technical coordination and mentor early-career engineers to strengthen our internal capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead S38/S278 highways design (road geometry, pavement, access, junctions)
• Lead drainage and SuDS strategy + detailed design (surface, foul, sewer networks)
• Oversee earthworks optimisation and cut/fill balance
• Coordinate utilities and service design, including diversions and easements
• Produce/assure design reports (FRA, Drainage/SuDS, Infrastructure/Transport Statements)
• Manage approvals with Local Authorities, LLFAs, and water companies
• Mentor junior engineers and provide multidisciplinary technical oversight
• Support bids, client scoping, and design risk/constructability decisions

Qualifications

• Degree/Masters Level Civil Engineer
• Chartered CEng MICE (or equivalent) preferred

Experience

• Considerable years’ experience in delivering projects in the Land Development Sector.
• AutoCAD + Civil 3D, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage (or equivalent)
• Proven team leadership
• Experience in other standards (DMRB, Eurocodes etc.) desirable.

Skills

• Technical leadership
• Client Management
• Bid writing and fee proposals
• Proficient written and verbal skills in English
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Customer Relations Management

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Civil Engineering

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