Lead Civil Engineer

Job description

Lead Civil Engineer

Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)

Salary Competitive with Industry leading benefits

A leading EPC specialist in turnkey substation delivery is looking for a Lead Civil Engineer to join its UK team. This role covers full project lifecycle from tendering through to construction and handover.

Responsibilities:

• Lead civil and structural design, review drawings, calculations, and documentation
• Supervise civil designers, resolve site queries, remedial works, and snags
• Support CDM and Temporary Works duties
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and industry standards
• Evaluate subcontractors and contribute to tender documentation
• Liaise with UK Transmission System Operators and major utilities
• Develop project requirements, budgets, and delivery plans
• Monitor costs, report on progress, and implement cost-effective solutions
• Support contract negotiations, manage change orders, and resolve disputes

Requirements:

• Extensive experience on large-scale infrastructure or substation projects
• Strong civil/structural design capability and project cost control
• Knowledge of UK Transmission System Operators and utility environments
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Member of a recognized professional institution; Chartered Engineer desirable

Personal qualities:

• Resilient, proactive, and self-disciplined
• Strong leadership, assertive but a good listener
• Commercially aware and solutions-focused

Offer:

• Hybrid working
• Involvement in high-value EPC projects
• Opportunity to shape engineering standards and project delivery

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Glasgow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English