CSA Senior Engineer (design management)
Location: London
Project: £300m New Build Data Centre
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Employer: Leading Tier 1 General Contractor
Sector: Data Centre Construction
Position Overview
To manage the end-to-end design and delivery of Civil, Structural, and Architectural packages for high-profile projects. This position is integral to ensuring the successful coordination and execution of compliant building solutions that not only meet client expectations but also deliver the optimum solution in each scenario, upholding standards for quality, safety, and performance.
Why Apply?
* A chance to work on one of London’s most iconic data centre projects
* Private Healthcare for you and your family
* Support towards valuable career qualifications and courses
* You will have the chance to grow with a leading general contractor who do things properly
* Be part of winning new work in the ever-growing data centre sector
Experience & Qualifications Required
* Lead, coordinate, and oversee the design development of all CSA packages, ensuring technical compliance with project specifications, statutory requirements, and standards.
* Ensure that all design solutions are thoroughly evaluated for buildability and provide the best possible outcome for each unique project scenario, balancing innovation, cost-effectiveness, and practicality.
* Manage the lifecycle of design packages, from initial review through estimation, procurement, planning, and execution on site.
* Engage proactively with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities, to ensure project objectives are met and relationships are maintained.
* Support the Design Manager and collaborate with MEP and CSA teams to deliver integrated solutions and resolve cross-discipline design challenges.
* Monitor design progress, identify risks or issues early, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines and deliverables.
* Contribute technical input during all project phases, providing guidance on best practices, value engineering, constructability reviews, and assessing alternative approaches to secure the most buildable and effective solutions.
* Oversee and ensure the production of high-quality technical documentation, drawings, and reports.
* Participate in and lead project meetings, design reviews, and site inspections as required, with a focus on verifying that designs are both practical and optimised for construction.
* Champion interests and values, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
The candidate
* Minimum 5+ years’ CSA design and delivery for large-scale, complex building projects, preferably within data centre or mission-critical sectors.
* Prior exposure to data centres or complex building projects is highly desirable.
* Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering or a related discipline.
* Chartered status with a recognised professional body (e.g., ICE, IStructE, RIAI) is highly desirable.
* Strong understanding of UK building codes, standards, and statutory requirements.
* Proficiency in design and analysis software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, BIM tools).
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple design packages through all phases with a focus on buildability and optimal solutions.
* Proven project management capabilities, including planning, risk management, and reporting.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence outcomes.