Senior Project Engineer - Civil

Senior Project Engineer – Civil at Nicholas O’Dwyer Ltd

At Nicholas O’Dwyer sustainability is at the core of our work. With a proven track record of over 90 years, we are committed to creating a sustainable planet. Our mission is to deliver innovative and reliable solutions using cutting‑edge technology to ensure project success and employee satisfaction across water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables.

With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As part of the RSK Group, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager – Civil to lead the delivery of civil and structural components of substation and grid infrastructure projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background and demonstrable experience in the design, management, and delivery of substation projects. You will take ownership of all project stages from design development to construction, ensuring safe, high‑quality, and commercially successful outcomes.

This is a key delivery role within Nicholas O’Dwyer’s growth, offering the opportunity to manage significant UK infrastructure projects while contributing to the company’s reputation for excellence.

• Lead and manage the delivery of civil and structural elements of substation projects, including site development, access roads, drainage, foundations, and control buildings.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring effective collaboration between civil, structural, electrical, environmental, and geotechnical disciplines.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, budgets, and risk registers to achieve time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Ensure full compliance with UK regulations, including CDM 2015 Regulations and Principal Designer responsibilities where applicable.
• Administer and manage contracts including variations, progress reporting, and cost control.
• Prepare and review technical design documentation, specifications, and tender submissions.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, utilities, and contractors, ensuring clear communication and proactive stakeholder management.
• Provide strong leadership to engineers, designers, and site supervision staff, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and technical excellence.
• Monitor on‑site activities to ensure compliance with design intent, safety standards, and environmental best practice.
• Contribute to business development by supporting tender preparation, proposals, and client presentations.
• Champion health, safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout project delivery.

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (BEng/MEng or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with professional body membership (or working toward chartership).
• Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in civil design and project management of substations, power infrastructure, or similar civil works.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil and structural design standards, reinforced concrete foundations, and substation site development.
• Experience delivering projects through all stages — from feasibility and design to construction and handover.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management skills and the ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary and multi‑cultural team.
• Solid understanding of contract administration under NEC, FIDIC, or similar forms of contract.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Agile and “Can Do” mindset.
• Full UK driving licence.

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