Technical Director

Overview of the role

Our division provides Civil expertise across power generation and HV transmission including power plants, HV substation / HVDC Interconnector converter station, and HV cable projects. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Technical Director with experience of working for our key platinum clients including National Grid and SSE to join our Civil Team. The role will span a diverse portfolio of work and there will be opportunities for advancement within the team.

• Technical Lead outlining Delivery plan for a coordinated civil design including earthworks, drainage, access roads and geotechnical aspects
• Technical Subject Matter Expert within the team and division
• Technical lead in understanding client standards and challenging the specifications to provide value engineering opportunities
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
• Approval of drawings for use in planning applications and tender packages
• Approval of Detailed Civil/Structural Design
• Support for Senior and Principal Engineers leading Design Coordination across multidisciplinary teams
• Approval of Specifications
• Condition and Structural Assessment of existing structures to determine suitability for reuse
• Supporting Project Management (Programme, budget, resources and quality plan)

• Technical Expertise
  • Deep knowledge of civil/structural engineering principles, including load-bearing capacity, material properties, and design codes (British Standards, Eurocodes, NGTS)
  • Ensure technical quality management with clear plans for reviews, checks, and approvals
  • Uphold Mott Mac Donald's PRIDE values in the project's technical culture
  • Proven track record as a Designer under CDM 2015
  • National Grid and SSE Specifications
• Project Technical lead
  • Lead the Project Team in technical innovation and problem-solving
  • Ensure top-notch technical quality within scope, cost, and time
  • Collaborate with the Project Manager to build and resource the Design Team
  • Oversee technical management, coordinate interfaces, and resolve conflicts
  • Contribute to proposal writing with compelling content and accurate cost estimates
  • Lead Front End Engineering Design activities for structural components
  • Guide detailed designs for civil and structural components
• Design Coordination and Collaboration
  • Excel in coordinating with other disciplines (e.g., architects, building services engineers) to integrate structural designs seamlessly
  • Effective resolution of design conflicts within multidisciplinary teams
• Attention to Detail
  • Proficiency in approval of detailed drawings for planning applications, FEED, and construction level detailed design packages
  • Compliance with relevant standards is crucial
  • Ability to manage and deliver designs in coordination with all relevant disciplines
  • Communication and Leadership
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for conveying technical information, collaborating with team members, and presenting findings
  • Demonstrable leadership qualities, especially when guiding junior engineers or collaborating with stakeholders

• Relevant experience in Civil Engineering
• Energy project experience would be advantageous for this role

• Education:
  
  A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or Construction Management
• Chartered Engineer (CEng, MICE or MIStruct
  
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Mott Mac Donald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

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