Civil Engineer; SCE-PPM-FC--LD

Job Description

You will undertake concept and preliminary design and prepare and implement design and construction contracts for the detailed design and construction of the civil engineering required for the new FCC Injection Complex to be constructed at the CERN Site in Prevessin, France, subject to FCC project approval. The civil engineering consists of a cut and cover reinforced concrete structure over 1km long and a series of surface buildings to house ancillary technical infrastructure.

• Working with colleagues from the accelerator and infrastructure teams, prepare conceptual and preliminary layouts and designs for the Injector complex structures.
• Prepare technical specifications and other contract documents for the procurement of civil engineering consultancy services related to the injection complex.
• Manage contracts to develop tender designs and specifications and play a lead role in the procurement of civil engineering contractors for the construction of the complex.
• Manage the technical aspects and participate in the commercial aspects of the contracts to deliver the complex.

Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Civil Engineering or a related field.

• Experience in the design and construction of major cut and cover structures and a technical understanding of bored tunnel design and construction.
• Experience in managing contracts for civil engineering design and construction.
• Have a proven record of delivering major civil engineering projects as part of a team.
• Project management.
• Civil work.
• Achieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
• Achieving Results: defining clear objectives, milestones and deliverables before initiating work/project.
• Demonstrating Flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
• Demonstrating Flexibility: readily accepting new tasks or work/projects.

Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

Applications should normally reach us no later than 05.07.2026 at 23:59 CEST.

• Contract type:
  Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
• Working Hours:
  
  40 hours per week
• Job Flexibility:
  Hybrid
• This position involves:
  • A valid driving licence.
  • Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
  • Shift work, when required by the needs of the Organization.
• Job grade: 6-7
• Job reference: SCE-PPM-FC--LD
• Field of work:
  Civil Engineering
• Benchmark
  
  Job Title:
  
  Civil Engineer
• A competitive salary (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
• 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
• A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
• Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.