At a Glance
- Tasks: Create innovative civil designs and collaborate with diverse teams on impactful projects.
- Company: Join UK Power Networks, a leader in the utilities sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, Inner London Allowance, bonus, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with site visits and excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a difference in infrastructure while developing your engineering skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: BSc in Civil Engineering or equivalent, with experience in civil or structural engineering.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Join UK Power Networks as a Civil Design Engineer within our Capital Programme team. Reporting to the LPN Design Lead, you will turn project scopes into safe, practical and cost-effective civil and structural designs that meet customer expectations for time, quality and budget.
You will produce civil and structural designs for APP and Connections schemes, including contestable and non-contestable works, in line with UK Power Networks standards, relevant Codes of Practice, legislation and CDM Regulations. Working closely with Project Managers, electrical designers, PDC, operational teams, planners, estimators and CAD colleagues, you will support a smooth journey from initial enquiry through design, construction, final connection and business closure.
Responsibilities
- Preparing project costings
- Producing construction-ready drawings and designs
- Resolving civil engineering issues
- Overseeing and contributing to technical, commercial and contractual procurement documents
- Ensuring compliance with design assurance and audit processes
- Identifying and reducing design hazards
- Providing clear information to clients, the CDM team, designers and contractors
- Fulfilling the role of Principal Designer on allocated schemes
- Delivering excellent customer service
- Collaborating across UK Power Networks
- Supporting and mentoring trainee and graduate engineers
Qualifications
- BSc in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification
- Civil or structural engineering background, ideally gained within utilities
- Experience of roadworks, drainage and external works
- Reinforced concrete foundations and structures
- Structural steelwork
- Brick and block cavity walls
- Roofing
- Understanding of CDM Regulations
- Demonstrated strong safety culture and IOSH training
- Confidence in representing UK Power Networks with customers, stakeholders and external engineering organisations
- Able to work independently, set and meet targets, find innovative cost-saving solutions
- Effective communication with colleagues and the CAD team
- Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint
Although largely desk based, the role includes visits to operational and construction sites, site and manufacturer meetings, and internal design reviews. You will be expected to understand and apply the controls needed to manage health, safety and environmental risks throughout your work.
Civil Design Engineer in London employer: UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd
UK Power Networks is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the energy sector. With competitive benefits including hybrid working options, generous holiday allowances, and strong pension contributions, employees are empowered to thrive both professionally and personally. Located in Bury St Edmunds, this role provides unique opportunities for growth and development within a leading electricity network, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in power infrastructure.
Contact Details:
UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd Recruitment Team
