WGM Engineering Ltd, part of RSK Group has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Civil/Structural Designer to join our Technical & Design team on a permanent contract based in Glasgow with Hybrid Working arrangements.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding, self-delivery design and build partner recognised across the Scottish and English Water industry for outstanding high quality work, outstanding client service and a commitment to health, safety and wellbeing.
The role of the Lead (Civil) Designer is to manage the production of discipline specific engineering design deliverables, for a range of multi-disciplinary engineering projects. This includes the design and assessment of various Civil structures, typically encountered on Water and Wastewater sites. This might include the design or assessment of concrete plinths, base-slabs, retaining walls, tanks, channels and flumes etc. designed to resist specified static and dynamic forces generated by the equipment or medium placed upon, in, or adjacent to them. You will also be required to consider the construction aspects of the aforementioned structures, including ground conditions, buildability and demolition.
Closely related to Civil design, is Structural design which is undertaken periodically in WGM. This typically includes Structural steelwork design, including access platforms, walkways, staircase and ladders, required to access various processes or items of equipment.
Key Responsibilities
* Working alone, or as a member of a wider team of Designers, producing individual project design deliverables in line with departmental and company goals
* Ensure that all design work is completed in compliance with all WGM QA Policies, Procedures and Specifications as necessary
* Build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external key contacts in order to maximise efficiencies and identify further opportunities
* Lead and perform as key member of a highly efficient, multi-disciplinary design team
Person Specification
* Broad experience in Civil engineering and/or Construction.
* Structural design experience is desirable, but not essential.
* Adequate understanding of structural theory, with proven problem solving ability.
* Good all-round knowledge of health and safety legislation and good practice inc CDM 2015.
* Good verbal and written communication, and report writing skills.
* Accredited degree in Civil Engineering or similar.
* Near Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer.
* Experience of analysis software (ie. TEKLA TEDDS) is an advantage.
* Experience of 3D modelling and BIM (ie. Revit/CAD 3D) is an advantage.
* Valid UK driving licence.
Salary and Benefits
* Up to £52,000 per annum/Full Time Equivalent.
* Pension scheme.
* Hybrid working arrangements.
* Life Assurance - 3x salary.
* Annual Leave entitlement increasing with length of service.
* Option to purchase additional annual leave.
* A flexible benefits programme including:
o Cycle to work scheme
o Gym membership discounts
o Employee Discounts scheme
o Electric Vehicle scheme via salary sacrifice.
* Enhanced family leave, including Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave.
* Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential support (including Mental Health support and virtual GP appointments).
* Trained Mental Health First Aiders across WGM.
* Employee Referral bonus scheme.
* Paid Volunteering day.
* Next Generation Apprentice and Graduate programmes.
* Learning & Development opportunities.
* Long Service awards and Employee Appreciation programme.
WGM is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a proud member of “Living Wage Scotland”, recognising the importance of fair pay.
WGM will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies outside of our approved PSL.
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