Senior Engineer CE

Robert Bird Group is a global consulting engineering firm delivering innovative, sustainable and buildable solutions across structural, civil, geotechnical, construction engineering and virtual design & construction (VDC). Established in Brisbane in 1982, we now have more than 850 staff across twelve offices in Australia, the UK, Asia, the Middle East and North America.

As part of SJ Group, a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, we are connected to a global network reimagining a smarter, more sustainable future. Headquartered in Singapore, the group brings together 16,000 specialists across more than 40 countries, spanning architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other built environment experts. We can draw on this depth of expertise while retaining the agility and focus of a specialist consultancy, to deliver projects of any scale and complexity.

We work collaboratively with clients, architects and contractors to realise shared ambitions and achieve certainty in cost, programme and quality.

From buildings and transport to energy, healthcare, sports and entertainment, we provide innovative end-to-end engineering solutions. We think, plan and design with the construction process in mind, applying construction engineering expertise to anticipate challenges, improve efficiency and enhance buildability. Our advanced digital design tools and modern methods of construction enable us to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability throughout project life cycles.

Our portfolio spans some of the world’s most ambitious projects, from Battersea Power Station and 21 Moorfields in London, to the Camp Nou regeneration in Barcelona, Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur, Dubai’s ICD Brookfield Place, and Snowy Hydro 2.0 in Australia. We combine vast experience with the curiosity, passion and creativity needed to solve the most complex challenges. Each project demonstrates our ability to collaborate across disciplines and geographies, delivering solutions that meet complex structural, logistical and environmental challenges.

Driven by a culture of integrity, agility and collaboration, we continue to push the boundaries of engineering design and delivery in pursuit of our goal: to shape a better world through the relentless pursuit of engineering excellence.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our growing Construction Engineering Team in Birmingham.

This role offers exposure to high‑profile UK and international projects, including commercial and mixed‑use developments, data centres, major stadiums, tall buildings, large‑scale infrastructure, and globally recognised structures.

You will contribute to:

Integrated permanent and temporary works

Construction methodology and buildability strategy

Erection staging and sequencing

Enabling works and logistics planning

Temporary works design

Digital rehearsals and advanced analysis

Key Responsibilities Lead client liaison and support business development

Coordinate project delivery, resources, and design documentation

Develop engineering solutions and lead design philosophy

Produce preliminary and detailed designs for temporary and permanent works

Carry out design checking, technical reporting and subcontractor coordination

Develop erection schemes and specialist engineering methodologies

Support Associates and Associate Directors with resource planning, technical delivery, and project coordination

Support cost control, fee proposals, and project variations

Conduct site inspections and provide technical support to site teams

Ensure temporary works are designed, checked and constructed safely

Mentor junior engineers and support team development

Ensure compliance with Quality, Health & Safety and RBG procedures

The ideal candidate will bring:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.

Actively working toward chartership with IStruct

E, ICE, or an equivalent international organisation, supported by structured training and mentorship

Minimum 5 years’ design and development experience

Background in construction engineering or temporary works design

Strong analytical and design skills and ability to apply first principles…