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Job Title


Lead Civil Engineer


Company : Quest Global


Location : south west england, south west england


Created : 2026-03-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Quest Global is an organisation at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognised expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility.We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.We are looking to expand our civil engineer capability in all levels of experience and are keen to hear from you if you feel you’re ready to take the next step in your career.You must be a Sole UK citizen and qualify for Security Clearance. Job DescriptionThe Civil Engineer Lead will work collaboratively with the Customer to provide technical support on non-nuclear and nuclear assets and facilities within the Devonport Dockyard site; for example, refurbishments/renovation, new developments and listed building compliance. This role may include but is not limited to: supporting the customer in key delivery projects, providing professional and flexible technical support to the delivery of construction related projects, ensuring that all engineer aspects of construction modifications, redesigns and new infrastructure are scoped, developed and delivered to meet operational requirements, safety standards and compliance obligations.Key Responsibilities:Providing advice on construction related mattersProviding input into various stages of the RIBA processProducing drawing information and specificationLiaising with key customer stakeholders and design teamInterfacing with statutory authoritiesArrange Site and Ground Investigations, undertake condition surveys and interpret findings to create reports and remediation strategies where necessary.Alterations to existing structures including listed buildings, design of small scale new structures and Input into temporary support designWork ExperienceQualifications & Experience Degree in related disciplines accredited by Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE).Hold Chartership with a governing body such as ICE.Relevant post-graduate civil engineering experience Proven track record in delivering projects from RIBA stages 3 to 5Knowledge and experience working within RIBA stages 0 to 2 preferable Strong knowledge of Revit and/or similar BIM capable software and project delivery to BIM level 2Proficiency in understanding/production of engineering drawings and specifications.Experience in checking and verification up to category 2 within civil/structure engineering.Ability to work in ambiguous environments, working with a customer-first approach and providing flexibility to changing requirements. Desirable Attributes:Good Communication skills - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.Understanding of nuclear industry and/or other safety critical environments. Experience in working in a dockyard, marine, Defence or MoD environments particularly with asset lifecycle support.Knowledge of commercial and industrial sector environment Experience with deliver projects in compliance environmental regulations Experience working with common data environment or data delivery platformsExperience working with various size projects to provide a broad range of skills