Danny Sullivan Group are currently looking for a Senior/Design Engineer with utilities bias for a role working with a contractor on the Gatwick expansion framework. Working for this specialist civil engineering contractor will see you taking on stage 3 & 4 design responsibilities as well as assisting with delivery program and sequencing of these utilities works. Will also have to take on site based responsibilities once design responsibilities are fulfilled. Responsibilities: 1. Technical Design & Asset Management Utility Infrastructure: Lead the design of potable water mains, fire hydrants, HV/LV power networks, and complex drainage systems (including aviation fuel-water separators). BIM & 3D Coordination: Utilize Civil 3D and Navisworks to ensure clash detection against existing underground airport services and structural foundations. Asset Protection: Develop "Protection of Works" statements for critical airport assets, ensuring zero disruption to airfield operations. 2. Aviation Compliance & Safety Acre/Gatwick Standards: Ensure all designs comply with Gatwick Airport Limited (GAL) engineering standards and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations (CAP 168). Permit to Work: Assist the site team in securing "Permits to Dig" and "Impact Plans" within high-security airside and landside zones. Risk Mitigation: Champion "Safety in Design" (CDM 2015), identifying and eliminating hazards associated with deep excavations near live taxiways. 3. Stakeholder Interface GAL Liaison: Act as the primary technical contact between the contractor and Gatwick’s internal engineering and safeguarding teams. Utility Providers: Coordinate with external DNOs and statutory undertakers for service connections and diversions. 4. Site based work Will also be overseeing site based work as a Senior Engineer outside of the design scope as well so candidates must be suitable for design and site based work. Experience/qualifications: BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering. Ideally Chartered (MICE) or working towards it. Minimum 5 years in civil design/delivery with a heavy focus on underground utilities and aviation based work ideally (not entirely essential). Previous experience in an aviation environment (Gatwick, Heathrow, or Stansted) is a significant advantage. Expert proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential. You understand the complexity of working around live aircraft and working to tight handover timelines on works at the airport. Role would be for a long term position with this client on a permanent basis at the Gatwick expansion. Client will include car/car allowance, bonus, pension etc. as part of their package. Contact Jimmy Holly at Danny Sullivan Group for more details