Civil Engineering Manager

Civil Engineering Manager

Base location: Ideally Wales or UK with regular travel to Wales.

Please send your CV to Greg@Venesky-Brown.co.uk to apply.

Our client, a leading developer of onshore wind and solar Energy Parks, has built up a market-leading pipeline of renewables projects in Wales, incorporating the latest technology for onshore wind and solar generation. Their experienced Onshore Projects team aims to deliver a £3 Billion portfolio by the end of the decade.

They are now seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Manager to join this team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high growth business and contribute to helping Wales reach its Net Zero targets.

The role:

The Engineering team are responsible for supporting the development of the portfolio our client's projects to achieve timely Financial Investment Decisions (FID) in line with the company's portfolio programme. The Civil Engineering Manager will form part of a senior team working currently in the project development phase leading on-site investigation and preparation, access works and early contractor engagement for pre-FID design works.

The Civil Engineering Manager will work closely with Tier 1 Contractors to ensure all civil works are delivered safely to programme, cost and quality requirements.

This senior role requires an experienced and qualified Civil Engineer who has been through the complete project lifecycle in a management or leadership position and can bring a wealth of relevant experience to bear on challenging projects.

Main Responsibilities:

• Management of all aspects of wind farm, solar and BESS civil engineering design across the portfolio of projects.
• Identify the need for specialist external technical support, manage the technical aspects of procurement of specialist external support, including drafting work scopes and undertaking technical assessment of proposals.
• Manage external specialist technical support to ensure project requirements are delivered on time and to budget.
• Procurement and management of civil, ground and access engineering consultants and contractors.
• Management of consultants to deliver workable major component transport routes for projects.
• Be the Technical Authority on civil engineering issues and decision points including constructability.
• Management of interfaces with electrical and wind turbine contractors.
• Provide reports, recommendations on key decisions and risk management advice to Board or other senior management meetings on civil engineering matters.
• Review of consultants and contractors' proposals, reports, and designs for all civil engineering matters.
• Undertake site inspections, inspect works and respond to technical queries.
• Provide specialist support to prepare for project FID stages and procurement activities.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong communication skills both in-person and written that enable efficient and clear delivery to the wide range of project stakeholders - contractors, external parties (including the public), Board members and the wider team.
• Ability to recognise and plan for risk in projects, working with all appointed parties to reach efficient solutions.
• Practical application of NEC4 and FIDIC forms of contract in the development and delivery phases of civil projects.
• A proactive self-starter who can be trusted to work with remote colleagues and external teams efficiently and professionally at a senior level but who is also prepared to get into the roots of a problem and take ownership of issues on behalf of the project.
• A good working knowledge of commercial design software and digital technologies.

Experience & Background:

• Chartered Engineer with a strong technical capability and a keen interest in how the renewable energy sector needs to evolve to support a low carbon future.
• Experience at management level of all phases of the project lifecycle, preferably in the energy sector although other major infrastructure sectors can also be considered.
• Experience of managing consultants and contractors through major value commissions and controlling internal and external interfaces of behalf of a client organisation.
• Experience of building & managing a team in a similar sector or industry.
• Demonstrate a high degree of technical competency in the design of civil and structural project elements combined with practical experience of construction and commissioning.

Benefits:

• Full flexibility with the option to work from home or in the office as needed.
• Flexitime with the ability to work core hours and take time back in lieu throughout the week.
• Fridays are allocated as ‘no meeting' days to ensure downtime at the end of the week.
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance from day 1 with cover for immediate family including spouse or partner and children, including direct mental health pathways and support.
• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus.
• Employer pension contributions up to 7%.
• Electric car scheme via salary sacrifice.
• Life assurance cover and income protection.
• Travel insurance.
• Suite of enhanced policies and provisions to support colleagues through all the moments that matter.
• Regular team socials, activities, sporting events and charity fundraisers.

If you're interested in this position, apply here by clicking the button below. Alternatively, please email Greg@Venesky-Brown.co.uk

About Venesky Brown:

Venesky Brown is a UK-based Recruitment Agency, specialising in Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure, IT & Digital, and Professional Services. Established in 2005, we've evolved into industry leaders, driven by our mission to inspire and empower through meaningful employment.

Our distinguishing factors include exceptional customer service and a proven record of delivering results. We are privileged to support major UK projects and contribute significantly to Scottish Government Frameworks.

When you join us, you gain access to a stable, long-term career. We collaborate with Tier 1 clients on major infrastructure projects, offering growth opportunities and a clear career pathway. Our comprehensive Career Development Programs, from Level 2 Construction Operations to Level 6 Site Management, bridge skill gaps to benefit both you and our clients.