Engineer – Birmingham

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We are looking to recruit a Development Infrastructure Engineer to support the continuing success of our Birmingham office.

Duties and responsibilities

The candidate will provide design expertise and support on a wide range of commercial and residential projects ensuring designs are prepared in accordance with current legislation, best practice, council policies and to the highest technical standards.

Our ideal candidate

• Ideally have a degree in civil engineering or similar with 4 years’ relevant postgraduate experience.
• A good knowledge of highway design, and drainage.
• Knowledge and experience of highway design standards – DMRB and Manual for Streets.
• Experience in the design of both commercial and residential developments including infrastructure, external works and drainage.
• Knowledge and experience of highway and drainage adoption processes and legal requirements for S278, S38 and S104.
• Knowledge and experience of earthworks strategies.
• Experience of meeting attendance to discuss issues with clients, architects, contractors, local authorities and other statutory bodies.
• Working towards a professional qualification i.e. Incorporated or Chartership.

They will also have

• Good understanding and use of software packages including AutoCAD, Civils 3D, Site 3D and Flow.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Good time management and organisational skills with the ability to maintain good records.
• Excellent problem solving skills.

Health and Safety

• Read and understand the company Health & Safety policy and discuss with your immediate superior any specific points which require clarification.
• Take reasonable care for your own safety, whether on or off site, and those around you who may be affected by your acts or omissions.
• Co‑operate with the company in achieving Health and Safety standards where relevant and as directed.
• Report to your manager any actual or potential risks, accidents or dangerous occurrences that you identify in the workplace in line with company policy.

What you can expect

• An attractive and modern working environment with good accessibility by all modes of transport.
• A wide range of challenging projects.
• Ongoing support, training and mentoring from senior professionals within the business with a real commitment from senior management towards personal and professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 25 Days annual leave plus the ability to purchase additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Option to participate in the Company Share Ownership scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Techscheme.
• Payment of professional subscription.
• Membership of our group pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.

How To Apply

If you would like to be considered for this role, then please email your CV and a covering letter to recruit@pja.co.uk. Please ensure you state the role you are applying for in the email subject.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Civil Engineering