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Civil Engineering roles(Senior/Principal)


Company : Mott MacDonald


Location : Belfast, Northern Ireland


Created : 2025-10-08


Job Type : Full Time


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Civil Engineering roles(Senior/Principal)Join to apply for the Civil Engineering roles(Senior/Principal) role at Mott MacDonaldCivil Engineering roles(Senior/Principal)1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Civil Engineering roles(Senior/Principal) role at Mott MacDonaldLocation/s: Brighton/Glasgow/Bristol/Cardiff/CroydonRecruiter contact: Abhijeet BarpandaMott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices.We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual.Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, youre surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant.About ThebusinessunitThe Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle from concept and design to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, were helping to deliver the energy transition globally.About The RoleOur division provides Civil and Structural expertise across power generation and HV transmission including power plants, HV substation / HVDC Interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects. Due to continued growth, we are looking for Senior/ Principal Structural Engineer with experience of engineering design to join our Civil and Structural Team in UK. The role will span a diverse portfolio of work and there will be opportunities for advancement within the team.The Selected Candidate Will Carry Out Design Work On Power Plants, HV Substation/ HVDC Interconnector Converter Station, And HV Cable Projects, Fulfilling Tasks IncludingProject Management.Proposal Writing.Scheme Costings.Front End Engineering Design (FEED).Preparation of drawings for use in planning applications and tender packages.Detailed Civil/Structural Design.Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams.Preparation of Specifications.Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures to determine suitability for reuse.RequirementsTechnical Expertise:Advanced Structural Engineering Knowledge: The candidate should have a deep understanding of structural engineering principles, including load-bearing capacity, material properties, and design codes (e.g., Eurocodes, ASCE).Proficiency in Structural Analysis Software: Familiarity with tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, or similar software is essential for modeling and analyzing complex structures.Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM): Knowledge of BIM technologies and their application to improve project visualization, coordination, and execution.Project Management Skills:Project Leadership: The successful candidate must be capable of managing structural engineering projects independently. This includes overseeing project timelines, budgets, and quality.Proposal Writing and Cost Estimation: Ability to write compelling proposals and estimate project costs accurately.Front End Engineering Design (FEED): Experience leading FEED activities related to structural components.Design Coordination and Collaboration:Multidisciplinary Collaboration: The candidate should excel in coordinating with other disciplines (e.g., architects, electrical engineers) to integrate structural designs seamlessly.Conflict Resolution: Effective resolution of design conflicts within multidisciplinary teams.Attention to Detail:Drawing Preparation: Proficiency in creating detailed drawings for planning applications and tender packages. Compliance with relevant standards is crucial.Structural Assessment: Ability to assess existing structures for suitability and safety, considering reuse options.Communication and Leadership:Clear Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for conveying technical information, collaborating with team members, and presenting findings.Leadership Mindset: The candidate should demonstrate leadership qualities, especially when guiding junior engineers or collaborating with stakeholders.Experience:Relevant experience in structural engineering.Energy project experience would be advantageous for this role.QualificationsEducation: A Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.Professional Engineer (PE) License: While not mandatory, having a PE license is advantageousUK ImmigrationMott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.Agile workingAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.Equality, diversity, and inclusionWe put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.AccessibilityWe want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.We Offer Some Fantastic Benefits IncludingHealth and wellbeingPrivate medical insurance for all UK colleagues.Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.Financial wellbeingWe match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.LifestyleA minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years service.Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.Enhanced family and carers leaveEnhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.Learning and developmentPrimary annual professional institution subscription.A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.Networks, communities, and social outcomesJoin a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities.Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes.Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.Location(s):Brighton, GB Glasgow, GB Bristol, GB Belfast, GBContract Type: PermanentWork Pattern: Full TimeMarket: EnergyDiscipline: EnergyJob Ref: 9603Recruiter Contact: Abhijeet BarpandaSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesCivil EngineeringReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mott MacDonald by 2xGet notified about new Civil Engineering Professional jobs in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 30,000.00-40,000.00 4 weeks agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 4 days agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 30,000.00-40,000.00 4 weeks agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 1 week agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 1 day agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 1 month agoBelfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 1 week agoAntrim, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 60,000.00-65,000.00 3 weeks agoToomebridge, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 2 months agoTemporary Works Design Engineer - 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