Senior Civil Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Multiple Locations)

Description

Chart your own course and change the world - with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction and consulting solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 55 offices worldwide and recognised as the global leader in Transmission & Distribution.

To act in a senior technical capacity in producing Burns & McDonnell’s UK engineering related project deliverables relating to civil / structural engineering, within the (power) Transmission & Distribution Global Practice. This includes :

Key Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership : Lead civil / structural engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with BS, Eurocodes, and ENA standards.

Project Execution : Manage design, analysis, and consultancy for T&D infrastructure, including substations, overhead lines, and underground cables.

Quality Assurance : Approve designs, conduct technical reviews, and maintain compliance with CDM Regulations.

Collaboration & Development : Support cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and enhance UK civil / structural engineering capabilities.

Innovation & Efficiency : Develop new methodologies, refine engineering processes, and integrate BIM principles (Revit, Civil 3D, Tekla Tedds).

Client Engagement & Business Growth : Drive customer success, support bids, and foster relationships to expand our presence in the sector.

Regulatory Compliance : Ensure adherence to client transmission procedures and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).

7 years civil / structural design experience.

Expertise in client (National Grid TP, SSEN & SPEN) procedures, CDM 2015, and Temporary Works.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, CAD / BIM software, and structural analysis tools.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and engage with diverse stakeholders.

Desirable :

5 years civil / structural design experience in T&D.

Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status with ICE or IstructE or an equivalent professional licence gained through the professional institution to which the individual is aligned.

Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH, NEBOSH, APS). Experience as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE).

Substation safety training (NSI 30, BESC : AIM).

Job : Engineering

Primary Location : GB-Birmingham UK-Birmingham

Other Locations : GB-Glasgow, UK-Glasgow

Schedule : Full-time

Travel : Yes, 20% of the Time

Req ID : 250494

Job Hire Type : Experienced #LI-JA #UKO N / A

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