Costain Group PLC
Costain Group PLC
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
ConsultingDefenseLogistics
Costain Group PLC is a UK-based engineering, construction and consultancy company working on critical infrastructure across road, rail, integrated transport, water, energy, and defence and nuclear. Its work covers the full project lifecycle, including planning, digital consulting, construction, delivery, and long-term operation. The company partners with public utilities, government bodies, and institutional and corporate clients to support connectivity, sustainability, safety, and resilient infrastructure. Its multidisciplinary teams may be relevant to professionals exploring careers in engineering, construction, infrastructure consulting, digital delivery, logistics, and related technical fields.

Senior Civil and Structural Engineer – Nuclear, Manchester Hybrid

Senior Civil and Structural Engineer supporting feasibility, design and technical documentation for nuclear infrastructure projects. Lead small project tasks across Manchester and sites near Chester.

Description

  • Support nuclear industry projects across all stages of the nuclear fuel cycle
  • Collaborate with the design team on feasibility studies, reference designs and detailed designs
  • Produce reports, technical specifications and proposals for local and regional clients
  • Provide technical leadership for small projects and sub-tasks
  • Develop preliminary and detailed design analyses, calculations, specifications and civil and structural documentation
  • Present designs to BIM teams
  • Coordinate with other disciplines and construction teams
  • Engage with clients throughout project delivery
  • Identify and deliver value engineering solutions
  • Support and mentor junior team members
  • Work in Manchester two to three days per week, with regular visits to a site near Chester

Requirements

  • BEng in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with ICE or IStructE
  • Ability to obtain Security Clearance
  • Demonstrated UK nuclear industry experience
  • Strong knowledge of UK design practices and discipline installation requirements
  • Understanding of risk identification, quantification, management and HSE requirements
  • Eligibility to obtain Security Clearance
  • UK national or at least five years of UK residency
  • Nuclear industry-recognised training and qualifications are desirable
  • Existing Security Clearance is desirable
  • CSCS or CCNSG certification is desirable
  • Knowledge of civil and structural elements in pumped systems, including fire and potable water, is desirable
  • Knowledge of Urenco standards and processes is desirable
  • Experience assessing new and historic structures, including optioneering, is desirable
  • Experience leading small teams and supporting junior engineers is desirable
  • Knowledge of common contract forms is desirable
  • Project management experience is desirable
  • Requirements management experience is desirable
  • A driving licence is required

Benefits

  • Permanent employment option
  • Fixed-term contract option
  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Regular site visits
  • Nuclear industry training and qualifications for professional development are desirable
  • Support and guidance for junior team members

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