2020-02-07
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Croydon
United Kingdom
United Kingdom - Surrey, Croydon
Job Summary
We are looking to recruit a Principal Engineer, with proven experience, to join our Rail Civils team in Croydon. The role would ideally suit a self-motivated individual looking to advance their career in a dynamic and diverse organisation – career progression opportunities are widely available and fully encouraged. You will work on a variety of exciting projects and enjoy working in a vibrant team, modern environment and in a high quality location.
The successful candidate will be expected to have detailed civil and structural design experience, preferably within the rail sector. Ideally the experience will encompass all stages of the design process form feasibility to construction. Essentially a technical role we would expect the successful candidate to act as the Technical Lead for a team or small number of teams in addition, acting as the Contractor’s Responsible Engineer on projects
Duties:
Act as a technical lead for AECOM Civils Rail team in our Croydon office and ensuring that the technical outputs are delivered to the highest standards in accordance with the AECOM quality management system,
Inspection and assessment of bridges, retaining walls and other civil structures
Undertaking concept design, feasibility studies and preliminary design
Design delivery of new structures or strengthening schemes
Coordinating and ensuring the production of specification and drawings
Producing technical reports
Contribute to work winning and preparation of bid documents
Act in the role of Contractor’s Responsible Engineer
Provide direction and technical advice to junior project team members, taking a proactive role in developing team members to their full potential, developing team spirit and collaborative behaviours
Manage personal/team budgets and resources to achieve financial targets.
Keep up to date with industry best practice and where appropriate apply best practice within the team environment.
Provide assistance to senior management in the preparation of technical and financial proposals
Minimum Requirements:
Master’s degree qualification (or equivalent experience) in Civil Engineering or similar
10 years design experience in a range of civil engineering projects
Proven experience of inspection, assessment and design of various structures
Experience of Eurocodes, LU, TfL and Network Rail Standards
Experience of structural analysis software such as Midas, Superstress and LUSAS
Proven experience of delivering projects to time and budget
Effective communication skills in a Client facing role
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements
Degree qualification in Civil Engineering or similar
10 years design experience in a range of civil engineering projects
Proven experience of inspection, assessment and design of various structures
Experience of Eurocodes, LU, TfL and Network Rail Standards
Experience of structural analysis software such as Midas, Superstress and LUSAS
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree qualification (or equivalent experience) in Civil Engineering or similar
10 years design experience in a range of civil engineering projects
Proven experience of inspection, assessment and design of various structures
Experience of Eurocodes, LU, TfL and Network Rail Standards
Experience of structural analysis software such as Midas, Superstress and LUSAS
Proven experience of delivering projects to time and budget
Effective communication skills in a Client facing role
What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is
pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions
inclusion, diversity and overall
employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our
core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only
delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Engineering - Transportation
Business Line Transportation
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United Kingdom
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 234054BR
Clearance Required No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.