Let’s find your next opportunity
AI Assistant: {{ chat.assistant.message }}
{{meta?.totalCount}}
results found
Sort By
{{ job.job_posting_title
}}
{{ job.job_posting_title }}
{{ job.is_cms_job ? (job.cities.split(';').length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) : (job.location_mappings.length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) }}
We are sorry there are no jobs that match your exact criteria. Try a new search term, or use the filters to continue browsing for available opportunities.
Suggested roles matches
{{ job.title }}
{{ job.title }}
{{ [job.cities[0], job.regions[0], job.countries[0]].join(', ') }}
Various locations
We are sorry there are no jobs that match your exact criteria. Try a new search term, or use the filters to continue browsing for available opportunities.
Let’s find your next opportunity
{{ job.job_posting_title
}}
{{ job.job_posting_title }}
{{ job.is_cms_job ? (job.cities.split(';').length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) : (job.location_mappings.length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) }}
On this page
Leatherhead, Surrey, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Management and provision of cost-effective design solutions to maintain or improve the M25 structures assets (bridges, culverts, tunnels, retaining walls etc.) to the standards agreed and considering the needs of key stakeholders.
Deliver the outcomes agreed with the National Highways and Connect Plus DBFO Co. to programme and budget, and to meet CPS quality standards.
Structural review, leadership and management of bridges assessment and subsequent design of strengthening, undertaken by Framework Consultants.
Management and supervision of engineers within the structures design team and to coordinate between design, asset and PM teams and organisations (NH SES).
To manage design delivery, and review documentation, from Framework Consultants.
Your role
- Monitor, review and check deliverables from external designers to ensure that designs are complete and compliant prior submission to National Highways through the Review Process.
- Manage external framework design suppliers to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget.
- Lead Substandard Structures (bridges, viaducts) structural assessments and strengthening schemes. Prioritise structures for assessments, supervise assessment process, lead strengthening schemes design, present/report to Client on progress.
- Monitor, review and check deliverables from external designers to ensure that designs are complete and compliant prior submission to National Highways through the Review Process.
- Manage external framework design suppliers to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget.
- Assist the wider Design Team in various highways Improvement Schemes.
- Manage internal design resources within Design Team to deliver agreed outcomes, scope, on time and to budget.
- Lead and supervise the in-house design of selected structural packages.
- Undertake and manage optioneering and feasibility of design solutions and preparation of whole life costing.
- Preparation and review of contract documentation.
- Work with the Connect Plus Services (CPS) Asset Team to agree achievable Asset Management Forward Plans.
- Develop and agree briefs with the design team and design suppliers, to cover scope, budget and programme, and to obtain agreement from Asset head for the same.
- Prepare and submit instructions to design suppliers.
- Manage and advise on the Design Review Process (Certification) in accordance with the DBFO contract.
- Ensure that all designs meet the quality standards required by the DBFO contract and CPS internal standards.
- Work with the Project Manager to lead the internal gateway reviews during the design phase to ensure that they are timely and appropriate sign off is achieved at each gateway.
- Provide professional and technical leadership and mentoring in structural engineering.
- Manage design team and supplier costs and budget and review supplier invoices for payment when required.
- Liaise with National Highways and DN on structural technical issues and submissions.
- Liaise internally with other teams within Connect Plus (CP) and CPS as required.
- Liaise with all statutory bodies/authorities as required – such as Highway Authorities, Planning Authorities and statutory undertakers.
- Report to the project manager on performance against budget and programme.
- Lead innovation and continual improvement in the delivery of schemes and techniques used in design and construction.
- Support the development of in-house design capability and continuous improvement of processes and deliverables.
- Ensure that learning and best practice is captured from the project with the aim of sharing it across the business.
- Deputise for line manager as required.
- Manage and support design of related schemes, including Highway Improvements.
- Live the Connect Plus Services Values.
- Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm, and Safety by Design.
- Ensure the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under CDM.
- Support the delivery of the business' Sustainability activities.
- Attend relevant community Forums to represent the Engineering Design team.
Location
Leatherhead, Surrey, England, United Kingdom
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-152712
Salary range
-
Joe Ansel
Hi there, I'm Joe Ansel and I manage this role
About you
EssentialQualifications/ skills/ experience
- Relevant vocational qualifications (MEng/MSc/BEng/BSc/HNC and HND).
- 30 hours of CPD in last 12 months including 20 related to structures/bridges/highway engineering.
- Competent in Structural (Bridge) Design and Assessment.
- Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation.
- Competent in exercising the Designer's duties and the Principal Designer duties under CDM.
- Broad understanding of environmental requirements of highway schemes.
- Broad knowledge of Quality Management and IMS.
- Excellent IT Skills relevant to Civil Engineering Design and Microsoft Office is essential.
- Knowledge of design and assessment standards (DMRB / MCHW / Eurocodes etc.) relevant to structures.
- Knowledge of structural design analysis.
Good to have
- Membership of an appropriate professional institution (ICE, IStructE or IHT).
- Alternatively registered with the Engineering Council working towards IEng or CEng level or with good relevant experience and expecting to obtain IEng/CEng within 12 months from appointment.
- Experience in Highway Structures.
- Asset Management experience.
- Knowledge of National Highways approvals procedures.
- Relevant experience in operating at a senior level.
- Experienced in leading a design team, managing a design portfolio and coordinating interfaces with other disciplines.
- Hold appropriate CSCS card registration.
- Knowledge of the use of computer design applications.
- Consultation experience with National Highways, Local Councils, Emergency Services and key stakeholders.
- Broad skills, knowledge/understanding of other highway related design areas.
- Knowledge of the Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8.
- Licensed to drive in the UK or with reciprocal agreement.
Personal attributes
- Good Communication skills
- Project management and team building skills.
- Ability to develop relationships and engender trust at all levels of the Connect Plus Services organisation and with Clients
Behavioural Competencies
- Results Driven: Demonstrates a passion and excitement for his/her work. Tackles problems head-on and works to resolve them without delay.
- Focus on Excellence: Willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations. Continually searches for ways to add value and take performance to the next level.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Puts aside personal agendas to work for the benefit of customers and suppliers and other stakeholders. Proactively builds knowledge through sharing knowledge, ideas and expertise with others.
- Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Actively collects customer information and uses it to improve services and solutions. Manages the experience of customers to ensure positive relationships are established and maintained.
- Operational Excellence: Plans and organises work to safely achieve maximum efficiency and output. Delivers results consistently.
- Adaptability: Learns quickly. Adapts positively to changing business and customer demands. Is energised by change. Able to multi-task and prioritise.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
Watch this short film and imagine what you could achieve here, too.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
#LI-UK#LI-ATKINS #LI-Transportation #CPSJobs
Related jobs
Related blogs
What does a water engineer actually do?
From hydraulic modelling to fieldwork, no two weeks in water engineering are the same. Explore the range of work shaping the sector today.
Building the factory behind the energy transition
The US is rapidly scaling clean‑energy manufacturing, and AtkinsRéalis is helping build the digital systems that keep major industrial programs moving with control.
The grid is changing, and so is the work behind it
As the grid evolves, the engineering behind it is changing too. Discover the work guiding major utility projects across the Northeast.
Rebuilding Puerto Rico’s power grid. Engineering resilience that lasts.
Puerto Rico’s power grid is being rebuilt for long‑term resilience and AtkinsRéalis engineers are leading the work that keeps communities connected.
Thames Tideway Tunnel
Designing the western section of London’s 25km super sewer, AtkinsRéalis helped deliver one of the largest wastewater infrastructure upgrades in the city’s history, transforming how London protects the Thames for generations.
My first year as a graduate engineer: A journey of growth
Discover what it's really like starting your engineering career. Graduate engineer Viola Lee shares her first-year experience, growth, and opportunities.
How AtkinsRéalis UK&I supports employee wellbeing?
A quick look towards a healthier, happier workplace. Find out how we help you to thrive.
“Recognition, reflection, and responsibility”: Nidhie on leading UK infrastructure frameworks from India, mentoring with purpose, and what IWD really means
From Gurgaon to the UK, read how Nidhie drives complex infrastructure delivery with clarity, calm, and conviction.
“Small improvements at design stage can make a big difference”: Pooja on water infrastructure, working across borders, and never giving up on yourself
From designing critical systems to strengthening global teamwork, read how Pooja creates meaningful impact behind the scenes.
“I discovered a deep love for art”: Sangeeta on nuclear engineering, fusion technology, and finding creativity where you least expect it
Meet Sangeeta, an engineer who discovered a surprising love for art. Read how she blends creativity with her work on global projects.