Senior Civil Engineer - Major Infrastructure & Nuclear Build
Listed on 2026-09-16
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Building Services Engineer
Title:
Senior Civil Engineer
- Major Infrastructure & Nuclear New Build
Location:
Bristol (Hybrid)
Employment Type:
Permanent / Staff About Vulcain Engineering
Vulcain Engineering, an international engineering consultancy, supports global industrial leaders in their transition to a more responsible and sustainable future. We support our customers in the design, construction, commissioning and operation of their complex infrastructure projects that will shape the world of tomorrow. With operations in 17 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to the needs of our clients by delivering high-value engineering expertise tailored to our clients’ most complex challenges.
In the UK, we have a key focus in the Nuclear sector, contributing to ground breaking projects, such as Hinkley Point C (HPC).
The Position:Senior Civil Engineer
- Major Infrastructure & Nuclear New Build
Vulcain Engineering is seeking experienced Civil Engineers to support the delivery of a major nuclear new build programme in the UK. This position offers the opportunity to work on the technical oversight, design review and delivery of complex civil engineering structures and specialist containment systems throughout the project lifecycle.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will contribute to design governance, contractor management, technical assurance and the resolution of engineering challenges associated with large reinforced concrete structures, containment structures, tanks, basins, water-retaining structures, embedded steelwork and specialist infrastructure assets.
Some of the main responsibilities of the Senior Civil Engineer will include:- Provide technical oversight and engineering support for major civil engineering and infrastructure packages.
- Review and assess contractor and supplier design deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements and engineering standards.
- Support the development, review and maintenance of technical specifications and engineering documentation.
- Manage and respond to technical queries arising during design, procurement, manufacture and construction phases.
- Undertake technical surveillance activities and support contractor performance monitoring.
- Participate in design reviews, technical workshops and multidisciplinary engineering meetings.
- Contribute to constructability assessments, design integration activities and project delivery strategies.
- Capture, share and implement lessons learned to support continuous improvement across engineering activities.
Joining Vulcain Engineering offers the opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes while working alongside highly experienced engineering professionals. You will gain exposure to complex engineering challenges, innovative design solutions and long-term career opportunities across major energy, nuclear and infrastructure sectors.
Preferred Profile:Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience with in major infrastructure, energy, nuclear, defence, industrial, marine, water or large-scale construction projects.
- Background in civil structures, reinforced concrete structures, structural engineering or infrastructure design.
- Experience reviewing engineering designs, specifications and contractor deliverables.
- Knowledge of design assurance, technical governance, engineering surveillance or quality management processes.
- Experience supporting engineering contracts, contractor management or supplier interfaces.
- Understanding of construction methodologies,…
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