Principal Civil Design Engineer

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Engineer to join our Rail in Derby working on regional projects.You will provide direct support to the Engineering Manager and assist in delivering competitive tenders for new project wins.What you'll be doingAnalyse project remits in conjunction with client and determine action plans for resolution of project specification, progress and implementation having regard to fiscal and business objectivesTo assist the Engineering Manager in ensuring that the group prepares detailed designs, drawings, plans, programmes and specifications (including the procurement of quantity surveying support) for all projectsIdentify and determine requisite in-house managerial/technical resources or procure consultancy support for same where need is identifiedEnsure design group determines scope of site surveys and implement to support the production of outline schemes / options / estimates / financial submissions to enable cost effective decisionsSupport and undertake preparation of financial submissions as projects proceed, recommend and implement corrective action in light of emerging results. Ensure design groups monitor (both in-house and on-site) and report on project progress achievement: analyse financial consequences and justify course of action, implement following endorsementEnsure all work undertaken is valued correctly and billed promptly to allow full recovery of resourcesImplement project safety strategy, monitor execution and determine/implement adjustments, where identifiedAct as Designer and / or Planning Supervisor under the Construction Design and Management Regulations as directed by the clientEnsure client satisfaction with all safety documentation producedEnsuring that Civil Engineering complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH regulations, Fire Precautions Management and Environmental Protection ActDemonstrate commitment through personal exampleEnsure that tender submissions are analysed and that the technical and safety content is satisfactoryDirect others on the methods of construction envisaged and organise the selection of subcontractorsTake part in tender review meetingsEnsure an effective and organised teamMaintain accurate and complete records with successful auditsComplete professional development reviews and for peer review competency of staffWho we're looking forYou will have the following qualities and experience:Chartered Engineer and Member of the ICE (or IStructE) essential with railway experience plus proven management ability in relation to contract administration and control, financial analysis and controlKnowledge of Network Rail contracts and other contract forms, contract procedures, Railway Standard SpecificationsPractical knowledge of safety regulations including Construction Design and Management Regulations, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Construction RegulationsWhy work for usDay in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.About usBalfour Beatty Rail Limited is an international leader in rail infrastructure engineering projects and the UK's largest rail engineering and services provider. We offer a full range of rail infrastructure activities from high-speed rail to mass rapid transit, covering urban, rural and commuter routes, for both public and private railways.For an example of the exciting work our rail teams undertake click here:We value diversity and celebrate individual differences, believing that our inclusive culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic and innovative organisation.Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering) and a member of Stonewall's Diversity Champions programme. Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums.co.uk Top Employers' Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
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