Job Description We are growing our energy sector engineering team for UK projects in the energy transition and conventional oil & gas fields. We are looking for a Senior Project Engineering Manager to work on the FEED and EPCM phase of the following projects and are keen to hear from candidates with significant experience of acting in similar roles on FEED & EPC projects for onshore brownfield oil & gas facilities; gas pipelines and energy transition projects. Working for and on behalf of bp, we will be at leading edge of the UK's net zero transition. Through NEP, bp is leading development of the East Coast Cluster, which aims to decarbonize the Teesside and Humber regions and establish a platform for economic growth. The NZT & NEP projects will deliver a new above ground CO2 gathering pipeline system and associated utilities for the Teesside industrial region. The engineering scope includes Pipelines; Crossings & AGI's. The H2T project will deliver a new Hydrogen Pipeline distribution network for a blue-hydrogen new build facility in Teesside, UK. Reporting to the Project Director, you will be responsible for the engineering delivery for the NZT, NEP and H2T OSBL pipeline projects described above. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering design and sub-contract packages to meet the project schedule, budget, safety and quality requirements supported by a team of Project Engineering Managers (termed Project Engineering Leads) responsible for their allocated project. The role is based at the Costain Manchester Office with an expectation of office-based working for three days per week (Tuesday to Thursday). Short-term/notice travel to company, supplier or client offices or sites for business purposes may be required including the Project Delivery Office at Wilton, Teesside. Responsibilities To manage the delivery of multi-discipline engineering design on major projects through the various stages of the project lifecycle that are safe-by-design, sustainable, digitally enabled, cost-effective, compliant, technically sound and meet commercial delivery targets through: Ensuring that Engineering resource requirements are identified and effectively utilised to allow execution of projects in accordance with the project requirements and targeting for maximum productivity and efficiency. Ensuring all Engineers fully understand the detailed scope, basis of design, budget and programme requirements of the project. Co-ordination of Engineering and Design interfaces between Costain and other project partners / supply chain partners. Management of contractual communications, supporting progress meetings, risk reduction meetings, cost reports, coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams and running / closing out contract actions Regularly reporting to senior operational management on the performance of the engineering delivery for the project Providing a commercial focus with a high level of challenge on project scope and protecting against uncontrolled scope creep Ensuring effective deployment and use of company engineering delivery processes on projects including engineering design strategy; master deliverable register, project schedule, work/cost breakdown structure; process safety management and engineering governance process. Ensuring that key project and programme risks are identified early, and mitigated where possible, with issues and blockers escalated immediately Ensuring all services comply fully with Client & Costain governance processes, standards and obtaining necessary approvals Developing projective relationships by communicating with colleagues and subordinates, developing trust and support and building teams. Lead by example, displaying the Company's values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe and reliable operations and client satisfaction. Ensure that personal and corporate compliance with Health and Safety policy including company policy, relevant legislation, company and client's requirements for Health, Safety and Environmental matters and to work in such a manner not to cause personal harm or injury to fellow workers, client and sub-contractors employees or the environment. Work collaboratively with business development, work winning and marketing functions to develop and tender new opportunities. Developing and reviewing the engineering strategy; basis of estimate; engineering manhour estimate; schedule; risk register; engineering gates and technical proposal. Support the Discipline Manager in developing and mentoring other members of the project engineering department. Support the Discipline Manager in maintaining/improving project engineering corporate processes, including workflows, methods, competency, software systems and technical standards and ensuring project lessons learnt are effectively captured and embedded. Qualifications Honours Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering related subject. Significant experience in coordinating multi-discipline teams the various stages of the project life cycle on major contracts in the Energy Thorough knowledge of the major project delivery process from work winning to project handover. Knowledge and understanding of UK technical and regulatory standards and global best practice. Strong process safety, quality and environmental leadership focus. Significant knowledge and understanding of Project Controls, including Schedule, Cost, Risk and Change Management. Collaborative, innovative and agile. Experienced customer facing capability with an ability to develop and influence relationships Strong interpersonal skills and an effective communicator (written & verbal) Able to work regularly from the Costain Manchester office Mobility to travel to costain/client offices, project sites and suppliers. About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description We are growing our energy sector engineering team for UK projects in the energy transition and conventional oil & gas fields. We are looking for a Senior Project Engineering Manager to work on the FEED and EPCM phase of the following projects and are keen to hear from candidates with significant experience of acting in similar roles on FEED & EPC projects for onshore brownfield oil & gas facilities; gas pipelines and energy transition projects. Working for and on behalf of bp, we will be at leading edge of the UK's net zero transition. Through NEP, bp is leading development of the East Coast Cluster, which aims to decarbonize the Teesside and Humber regions and establish a platform for economic growth. The NZT & NEP projects will deliver a new above ground CO2 gathering pipeline system and associated utilities for the Teesside industrial region. The engineering scope includes Pipelines; Crossings & AGI's. The H2T project will deliver a new Hydrogen Pipeline distribution network for a blue-hydrogen new build facility in Teesside, UK. Reporting to the Project Director, you will be responsible for the engineering delivery for the NZT, NEP and H2T OSBL pipeline projects described above. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering design and sub-contract packages to meet the project schedule, budget, safety and quality requirements supported by a team of Project Engineering Managers (termed Project Engineering Leads) responsible for their allocated project. The role is based at the Costain Manchester Office with an expectation of office-based working for three days per week (Tuesday to Thursday). Short-term/notice travel to company, supplier or client offices or sites for business purposes may be required including the Project Delivery Office at Wilton, Teesside. Responsibilities To manage the delivery of multi-discipline engineering design on major projects through the various stages of the project lifecycle that are safe-by-design, sustainable, digitally enabled, cost-effective, compliant, technically sound and meet commercial delivery targets through: Ensuring that Engineering resource requirements are identified and effectively utilised to allow execution of projects in accordance with the project requirements and targeting for maximum productivity and efficiency. Ensuring all Engineers fully understand the detailed scope, basis of design, budget and programme requirements of the project. Co-ordination of Engineering and Design interfaces between Costain and other project partners / supply chain partners. Management of contractual communications, supporting progress meetings, risk reduction meetings, cost reports, coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams and running / closing out contract actions Regularly reporting to senior operational management on the performance of the engineering delivery for the project Providing a commercial focus with a high level of challenge on project scope and protecting against uncontrolled scope creep Ensuring effective deployment and use of company engineering delivery processes on projects including engineering design strategy; master deliverable register, project schedule, work/cost breakdown structure; process safety management and engineering governance process. Ensuring that key project and programme risks are identified early, and mitigated where possible, with issues and blockers escalated immediately Ensuring all services comply fully with Client & Costain governance processes, standards and obtaining necessary approvals Developing projective relationships by communicating with colleagues and subordinates, developing trust and support and building teams. Lead by example, displaying the Company's values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe and reliable operations and client satisfaction. Ensure that personal and corporate compliance with Health and Safety policy including company policy, relevant legislation, company and client's requirements for Health, Safety and Environmental matters and to work in such a manner not to cause personal harm or injury to fellow workers, client and sub-contractors employees or the environment. Work collaboratively with business development, work winning and marketing functions to develop and tender new opportunities. Developing and reviewing the engineering strategy; basis of estimate; engineering manhour estimate; schedule; risk register; engineering gates and technical proposal. Support the Discipline Manager in developing and mentoring other members of the project engineering department. Support the Discipline Manager in maintaining/improving project engineering corporate processes, including workflows, methods, competency, software systems and technical standards and ensuring project lessons learnt are effectively captured and embedded. Qualifications Honours Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering related subject. Significant experience in coordinating multi-discipline teams the various stages of the project life cycle on major contracts in the Energy Thorough knowledge of the major project delivery process from work winning to project handover. Knowledge and understanding of UK technical and regulatory standards and global best practice. Strong process safety, quality and environmental leadership focus. Significant knowledge and understanding of Project Controls, including Schedule, Cost, Risk and Change Management. Collaborative, innovative and agile. Experienced customer facing capability with an ability to develop and influence relationships Strong interpersonal skills and an effective communicator (written & verbal) Able to work regularly from the Costain Manchester office Mobility to travel to costain/client offices, project sites and suppliers. About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform the Principal Electrical Engineer role on a range of Defence and Nuclear Energy projects from Concept Studies through to Detailed Design provide a variety of interesting work. Working predominantly for our Defence and Nuclear Energy clients there may also be a requirement to support work across other sectors within Costain. Industries can range across Water, Transport and Energy including Green Energy, Nuclear and Oil and Gas Working in a multi-disciplinary team delivering projects in the Nuclear Sector, you will be responsible for the production of electrical design deliverables including analysis, calculations, reports and specifications. Taking responsibility for leading projects and sub tasks from a technical perspective. Communicating designs effectively to electrical engineer and designers, other disciplines, construction personnel and stakeholders. Hybrid role with a mix of remote and site/office based work. Attendance occasionally required for site visits, design reviews and client meetings, mainly within the Northwest region. You will also support and guide more junior team members. You will challenge and deliver value engineering solutions so you will need to be confident and assertive in front of clients. Responsibilities As a client facing Principal Engineer, your responsibilities will/may involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation, checking and/or approval of engineering documentation Organising discipline staff, allocating work and ensuring delivery against plan Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Production of high-quality electrical engineering deliverables to schedule, budget and client satisfaction Ensuring designs are compliant with all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards Preparing equipment specifications and requisitions for a variety of electrical equipment including HV and LV switchboards, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, motors, VFD's, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Protection grading studies and earthing calculations Power system analysis including fault level calculations and load flows Electrical equipment sizing calculations Commissioning support DNO engagement and procurement support Qualifications Essential Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline within the Nuclear sector. Significant electrical engineering experience within the Nuclear sector Security Clearance or capability to achieve it E xtensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards Competence in the requirements for installation of equipment on Nuclear plant Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Degree in electrical engineering or suitable equivalent (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of being close to gaining these professional titles Desirable Experience of working in multi-discipline teams Experience of leading projects in a client facing role Experience in the requirements for ATEX 18th Edition Wiring Regulations About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform the Principal Electrical Engineer role on a range of Defence and Nuclear Energy projects from Concept Studies through to Detailed Design provide a variety of interesting work. Working predominantly for our Defence and Nuclear Energy clients there may also be a requirement to support work across other sectors within Costain. Industries can range across Water, Transport and Energy including Green Energy, Nuclear and Oil and Gas Working in a multi-disciplinary team delivering projects in the Nuclear Sector, you will be responsible for the production of electrical design deliverables including analysis, calculations, reports and specifications. Taking responsibility for leading projects and sub tasks from a technical perspective. Communicating designs effectively to electrical engineer and designers, other disciplines, construction personnel and stakeholders. Hybrid role with a mix of remote and site/office based work. Attendance occasionally required for site visits, design reviews and client meetings, mainly within the Northwest region. You will also support and guide more junior team members. You will challenge and deliver value engineering solutions so you will need to be confident and assertive in front of clients. Responsibilities As a client facing Principal Engineer, your responsibilities will/may involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation, checking and/or approval of engineering documentation Organising discipline staff, allocating work and ensuring delivery against plan Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Production of high-quality electrical engineering deliverables to schedule, budget and client satisfaction Ensuring designs are compliant with all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards Preparing equipment specifications and requisitions for a variety of electrical equipment including HV and LV switchboards, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, motors, VFD's, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Protection grading studies and earthing calculations Power system analysis including fault level calculations and load flows Electrical equipment sizing calculations Commissioning support DNO engagement and procurement support Qualifications Essential Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline within the Nuclear sector. Significant electrical engineering experience within the Nuclear sector Security Clearance or capability to achieve it E xtensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards Competence in the requirements for installation of equipment on Nuclear plant Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Degree in electrical engineering or suitable equivalent (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of being close to gaining these professional titles Desirable Experience of working in multi-discipline teams Experience of leading projects in a client facing role Experience in the requirements for ATEX 18th Edition Wiring Regulations About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description We are growing our Infrastructure sector engineering team for UK projects in the nuclear fuels and Decommissioning/Water and Transport sector. We are keen to hear from candidates with significant experience of acting in a Project Engineering Manger role at Concept/FEED/Detailed Design on sites containing major chemical process hazards and in highly regulated site environments/ Civil and Structure schemes. As a client facing, Project Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for managing the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering design on major projects through the various of stage of the project life cycle to meet the project schedule, budget, safety and quality requirements. The role is based at the Costain Manchester Office with an expectation of office-based working for up to three days per week - our informal dynamic working policy allows all employees to discuss and agree flexibility to where, when and how they work based on individual preferences and subject to role, client, business and team requirements. Short-term/notice travel to company, supplier or client offices or sites for business purposes may be required. Responsibilities To manage the delivery of multi-discipline engineering design on major projects through the various stages of the project lifecycle that are safe-by-design, sustainable, digitally enabled, cost-effective, compliant, technically sound and meet commercial delivery targets through: Ensuring that Engineering resource requirements are identified and effectively utilised to allow execution of projects in accordance with the project requirements and targeting for maximum productivity and efficiency. Ensuring all Engineers fully understand the detailed scope, basis of design, budget and programme requirements of the project. Co-ordination of Engineering and Design interfaces between Costain and other project partners / supply chain partners. Management of contractual communications, supporting progress meetings, risk reduction meetings, cost reports, coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams and running / closing out contract actions Regularly reporting to senior operational management on the performance of the engineering delivery for the project Providing a commercial focus with a high level of challenge on project scope and protecting against uncontrolled scope creep Ensuring effective deployment and use of company engineering delivery processes on projects including engineering design strategy; master deliverable register, project schedule, work/cost breakdown structure; process safety management and engineering governance process. Ensuring that key project and programme risks are identified early, and mitigated where possible, with issues and blockers escalated immediately Ensuring all services comply fully with Client & Costain governance processes, standards and obtaining necessary approvals Developing projective relationships by communicating with colleagues and subordinates, developing trust and support and building teams. Lead by example, displaying the Company's values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe and reliable operations and client satisfaction. Ensure that personal and corporate compliance with Health and Safety policy including company policy, relevant legislation, company and client's requirements for Health, Safety and Environmental matters and to work in such a manner not to cause personal harm or injury to fellow workers, client and sub-contractors employees or the environment. Work collaboratively with business development, work winning and marketing functions to develop and tender new opportunities. Developing and reviewing the engineering strategy; basis of estimate; engineering manhour estimate; schedule; risk register; engineering gates and technical proposal. Support the Discipline Manager in developing and mentoring other members of the project engineering department. Support the Discipline Manager in maintaining/improving project engineering corporate processes, including workflows, methods, competency, software systems and technical standards and ensuring project lessons learnt are effectively captured and embedded. Qualifications Essential Significant experience in coordinating multi-discipline teams through the various stages of the project life cycle on major contracts Civils, Structures and Infrastructure knowledge - Nuclear, Chemical or similar process industry sectors advantageous Thorough knowledge of the major project delivery process from work winning to project handover. Knowledge and understanding of UK technical and regulatory standards and global best practice. Strong process safety, quality and environmental leadership focus. Significant knowledge and understanding of Project Controls, including Schedule, Cost, Risk and Change Management. Collaborative, innovative and agile. Experienced customer facing capability with an ability to develop and influence relationships Strong interpersonal skills and an effective communicator (written & verbal) Must be able to work from the Costain Manchester Office a minimum 3 days a week and potentially 5 days depending on project security aspects Mobility to travel to Costain/client offices, project sites and suppliers. Honours Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering related subject. Able to achieve SC clearance Desirable Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment Knowledge and experience in the Energy Transition field e.g. Green/Blue Hydrogen, CCUS and emissions reduction. Strong engineering and business system/software skills Chartered Engineer and Membership of a professional engineering institution Association for Project Management qualification/accreditation About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description We are growing our Infrastructure sector engineering team for UK projects in the nuclear fuels and Decommissioning/Water and Transport sector. We are keen to hear from candidates with significant experience of acting in a Project Engineering Manger role at Concept/FEED/Detailed Design on sites containing major chemical process hazards and in highly regulated site environments/ Civil and Structure schemes. As a client facing, Project Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for managing the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering design on major projects through the various of stage of the project life cycle to meet the project schedule, budget, safety and quality requirements. The role is based at the Costain Manchester Office with an expectation of office-based working for up to three days per week - our informal dynamic working policy allows all employees to discuss and agree flexibility to where, when and how they work based on individual preferences and subject to role, client, business and team requirements. Short-term/notice travel to company, supplier or client offices or sites for business purposes may be required. Responsibilities To manage the delivery of multi-discipline engineering design on major projects through the various stages of the project lifecycle that are safe-by-design, sustainable, digitally enabled, cost-effective, compliant, technically sound and meet commercial delivery targets through: Ensuring that Engineering resource requirements are identified and effectively utilised to allow execution of projects in accordance with the project requirements and targeting for maximum productivity and efficiency. Ensuring all Engineers fully understand the detailed scope, basis of design, budget and programme requirements of the project. Co-ordination of Engineering and Design interfaces between Costain and other project partners / supply chain partners. Management of contractual communications, supporting progress meetings, risk reduction meetings, cost reports, coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams and running / closing out contract actions Regularly reporting to senior operational management on the performance of the engineering delivery for the project Providing a commercial focus with a high level of challenge on project scope and protecting against uncontrolled scope creep Ensuring effective deployment and use of company engineering delivery processes on projects including engineering design strategy; master deliverable register, project schedule, work/cost breakdown structure; process safety management and engineering governance process. Ensuring that key project and programme risks are identified early, and mitigated where possible, with issues and blockers escalated immediately Ensuring all services comply fully with Client & Costain governance processes, standards and obtaining necessary approvals Developing projective relationships by communicating with colleagues and subordinates, developing trust and support and building teams. Lead by example, displaying the Company's values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe and reliable operations and client satisfaction. Ensure that personal and corporate compliance with Health and Safety policy including company policy, relevant legislation, company and client's requirements for Health, Safety and Environmental matters and to work in such a manner not to cause personal harm or injury to fellow workers, client and sub-contractors employees or the environment. Work collaboratively with business development, work winning and marketing functions to develop and tender new opportunities. Developing and reviewing the engineering strategy; basis of estimate; engineering manhour estimate; schedule; risk register; engineering gates and technical proposal. Support the Discipline Manager in developing and mentoring other members of the project engineering department. Support the Discipline Manager in maintaining/improving project engineering corporate processes, including workflows, methods, competency, software systems and technical standards and ensuring project lessons learnt are effectively captured and embedded. Qualifications Essential Significant experience in coordinating multi-discipline teams through the various stages of the project life cycle on major contracts Civils, Structures and Infrastructure knowledge - Nuclear, Chemical or similar process industry sectors advantageous Thorough knowledge of the major project delivery process from work winning to project handover. Knowledge and understanding of UK technical and regulatory standards and global best practice. Strong process safety, quality and environmental leadership focus. Significant knowledge and understanding of Project Controls, including Schedule, Cost, Risk and Change Management. Collaborative, innovative and agile. Experienced customer facing capability with an ability to develop and influence relationships Strong interpersonal skills and an effective communicator (written & verbal) Must be able to work from the Costain Manchester Office a minimum 3 days a week and potentially 5 days depending on project security aspects Mobility to travel to Costain/client offices, project sites and suppliers. Honours Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering related subject. Able to achieve SC clearance Desirable Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment Knowledge and experience in the Energy Transition field e.g. Green/Blue Hydrogen, CCUS and emissions reduction. Strong engineering and business system/software skills Chartered Engineer and Membership of a professional engineering institution Association for Project Management qualification/accreditation About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description We are looking for a Senior/Principal Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (EICA) Engineer to join our Engineering Services team on a full-time basis. Must have good experience in E,C&I and be capable of leading a small team and delegating tasks & able juggle multiple projects Ideally local and can spend 1-2 days per week in the Manchester or London office. Site visits (per month or bi-monthly) required on CMDP (Southern Water South Coast) Engineering and design work with customers as a primary provider of engineering support through ECI and FEED phases to take their project through to detailed design and construction. Currently, we have a surge in our engineering and design workload in the water sector to support AMP8 for clients including United Utilities, Severn Trent Water, Southern Water, Thames Water and Northumbrian Water. As an experienced Senior/Principal EICA Engineer you'll be working in our Water sector providing technical expertise in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA), contributing to the whole project life cycle from feasibility and conceptual design through to commissioning support and handover. This role requires a motivated and dynamic Principal or Senior Engineer with recent experience in documentation approvals and team management. You'll also hold responsibility for liaison and coordination with our clients, supply chain partners, contractors, and third parties as required. Responsibilities Your primary responsibilities will include: Managing a small team of engineers and designers to deliver multiple projects from a technical perspective Approval of Electrical, Control and Instrumentation project deliverables Further responsibilities may include: Development of affordable solutions to meet EA regulatory compliance Collaborating with sub-contractors on intrusive site surveys to define required modifications and power requirement/upgrades Completing Electrical Load Schedules and identifying telemetry requirements Development of Best Practice and achieving our Net Zero sustainability target Ensuring strict compliance with all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures. Specifically WIMES Preparing equipment and materials requisitions for a range of electrical, electronic and instrumentation and Control equipment Preparing sub-contractor installation scopes of work Reviewing supplier and sub-contractor quotations and completing technical bid assessments Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline within the water sector Significant and proven engineering experience in the Water sectors with recent experience approved documentation for construction or engineering Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE/UKCA marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Highly motivated and dynamic. Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description We are looking for a Senior/Principal Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (EICA) Engineer to join our Engineering Services team on a full-time basis. Must have good experience in E,C&I and be capable of leading a small team and delegating tasks & able juggle multiple projects Ideally local and can spend 1-2 days per week in the Manchester or London office. Site visits (per month or bi-monthly) required on CMDP (Southern Water South Coast) Engineering and design work with customers as a primary provider of engineering support through ECI and FEED phases to take their project through to detailed design and construction. Currently, we have a surge in our engineering and design workload in the water sector to support AMP8 for clients including United Utilities, Severn Trent Water, Southern Water, Thames Water and Northumbrian Water. As an experienced Senior/Principal EICA Engineer you'll be working in our Water sector providing technical expertise in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA), contributing to the whole project life cycle from feasibility and conceptual design through to commissioning support and handover. This role requires a motivated and dynamic Principal or Senior Engineer with recent experience in documentation approvals and team management. You'll also hold responsibility for liaison and coordination with our clients, supply chain partners, contractors, and third parties as required. Responsibilities Your primary responsibilities will include: Managing a small team of engineers and designers to deliver multiple projects from a technical perspective Approval of Electrical, Control and Instrumentation project deliverables Further responsibilities may include: Development of affordable solutions to meet EA regulatory compliance Collaborating with sub-contractors on intrusive site surveys to define required modifications and power requirement/upgrades Completing Electrical Load Schedules and identifying telemetry requirements Development of Best Practice and achieving our Net Zero sustainability target Ensuring strict compliance with all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures. Specifically WIMES Preparing equipment and materials requisitions for a range of electrical, electronic and instrumentation and Control equipment Preparing sub-contractor installation scopes of work Reviewing supplier and sub-contractor quotations and completing technical bid assessments Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline within the water sector Significant and proven engineering experience in the Water sectors with recent experience approved documentation for construction or engineering Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE/UKCA marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Highly motivated and dynamic. Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team in London. This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform or support the Lead engineer position on one or more projects. Costain execute projects ranging from Concept Studies through to EPCm. Projects provide a variety of interesting and diverse challenges and a great opportunity for personal and technical growth Responsibilities Your responsibilities could involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation and checking of engineering documentation including but not limited to Basis of Design, Power System Calculations, Earthing and Lightning Calculations, Equipment sizing calculations, Load Schedules, Equipment Specification and Datasheets, SLDs, Cable Schedules, Material Take Offs, BCDs, Schematics, Equipment and Cable Routing Layouts Working collaboratively with other disciplines Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with Supporting procurement activities and preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV and LV switchboards, motors, drives, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Cable, Lighting and Lightning Calculations HV Power System Modelling HV Protection Studies Supporting site teams with operational issues Commissioning support Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Highly motivated Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Proactive in personal development Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team in London. This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform or support the Lead engineer position on one or more projects. Costain execute projects ranging from Concept Studies through to EPCm. Projects provide a variety of interesting and diverse challenges and a great opportunity for personal and technical growth Responsibilities Your responsibilities could involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation and checking of engineering documentation including but not limited to Basis of Design, Power System Calculations, Earthing and Lightning Calculations, Equipment sizing calculations, Load Schedules, Equipment Specification and Datasheets, SLDs, Cable Schedules, Material Take Offs, BCDs, Schematics, Equipment and Cable Routing Layouts Working collaboratively with other disciplines Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with Supporting procurement activities and preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV and LV switchboards, motors, drives, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Cable, Lighting and Lightning Calculations HV Power System Modelling HV Protection Studies Supporting site teams with operational issues Commissioning support Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Highly motivated Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Proactive in personal development Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team in Aberdeen. This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform or support the Lead engineer position on one or more projects. Costain execute projects ranging from Concept Studies through to EPCm. Projects provide a variety of interesting and diverse challenges and a great opportunity for personal and technical growth Responsibilities Your responsibilities could involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation and checking of engineering documentation including but not limited to Basis of Design, Power System Calculations, Earthing and Lightning Calculations, Equipment sizing calculations, Load Schedules, Equipment Specification and Datasheets, SLDs, Cable Schedules, Material Take Offs, BCDs, Schematics, Equipment and Cable Routing Layouts Working collaboratively with other disciplines Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with Supporting procurement activities and preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV and LV switchboards, motors, drives, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Cable, Lighting and Lightning Calculations HV Power System Modelling HV Protection Studies Supporting site teams with operational issues Commissioning support Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Highly motivated Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Proactive in personal development Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team in Aberdeen. This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform or support the Lead engineer position on one or more projects. Costain execute projects ranging from Concept Studies through to EPCm. Projects provide a variety of interesting and diverse challenges and a great opportunity for personal and technical growth Responsibilities Your responsibilities could involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation and checking of engineering documentation including but not limited to Basis of Design, Power System Calculations, Earthing and Lightning Calculations, Equipment sizing calculations, Load Schedules, Equipment Specification and Datasheets, SLDs, Cable Schedules, Material Take Offs, BCDs, Schematics, Equipment and Cable Routing Layouts Working collaboratively with other disciplines Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with Supporting procurement activities and preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV and LV switchboards, motors, drives, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Cable, Lighting and Lightning Calculations HV Power System Modelling HV Protection Studies Supporting site teams with operational issues Commissioning support Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Highly motivated Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Proactive in personal development Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Costain provides engineering services to the Energy, Water, Transport, Nuclear and Defence sectors. The Process Engineering Discipline primarily works on Energy Transition; Energy Resilience and Municipal Wastewater Treatment projects across the full engineering project lifecycle including Feasibility, Concept, FEED and EPC/EPCm Detailed Design project phases We are seeking to recruit Senior Process Engineers to work on projects and studies in the Energy & Nuclear sectors across the project lifecycle including Feasibility, Concept, FEED and Detailed Design to help solve our customer's challenges in energy production, energy transition and environmental management. A Senior Process Engineer will be an experienced process engineer capable of performing complex technical work on major projects with limited supervision. The role reports to the Discipline Lead - Process Engineering. The role is based at the Costain Manchester Office with an expectation of office-based working for at least two days per week - our informal dynamic working policy allows all employees to discuss and agree flexibility to where, when and how they work based on individual preferences and subject to role requirements and team needs. Short-term/notice travel to company, supplier or client offices or sites for business purposes may be required. Responsibilities To support lead engineers working on studies, FEEDS and detailed design projects and where authorised to act as lead process engineer on smaller studies and projects. To perform own design work and check work by others in accordance with company and client standards and procedures. To represent Process Engineering in discussions and meetings with client, vendors and third parties. To understand and follow discipline programme activities/deliverables, interdependencies, and man-hour budgets. To work in a collaborative multi-disciplinary project delivery team, through proactive liaison with other disciplines and to ensure integration of Process Engineering design requirements into the overall engineering design. To support the Process Engineering Technical Authority in technical development of the function. To offer advice and support to colleagues and subordinates on development needs taking into account work activities, learning ability and circumstances and provide training as required on company workflow, methods and business systems. To display Company's values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe and reliable operations and client satisfaction To ensure personal compliance with current company policy, relevant legislation and company and client's requirements for Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental matters and work in such a manner not to cause personal harm or injury to fellow workers, client and subcontractor employees or the environment. To support the Process Discipline Manager in delivering the company performance management process by assisting colleagues and subordinates in achieving their objectives and providing feedback on team member performance to their line managers. Qualifications Honours degree in Chemical Engineering preferably accredited by IChemE to Masters level. A minimum of 5 years' experience in process design preferably in an engineering consultancy or contracting environment. FEED & Detailed Design experience Steady state process simulation and process optimisation skills Good knowledge and experience in developing process design deliverables including Process Flow Diagrams, Process Design Philosophies, P&ID's, Cause & Effect's, Process Equipment & Instrument specifications, Relief and Blowdown calculations Technical safety & environmental knowledge and experience including HAZOP and SIL assessment Proactive, self-motivated and solutions biased Strong interpersonal skills Effective communicator Strong technical writing skills Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description Costain provides engineering services to the Energy, Water, Transport, Nuclear and Defence sectors. The Process Engineering Discipline primarily works on Energy Transition; Energy Resilience and Municipal Wastewater Treatment projects across the full engineering project lifecycle including Feasibility, Concept, FEED and EPC/EPCm Detailed Design project phases We are seeking to recruit Senior Process Engineers to work on projects and studies in the Energy & Nuclear sectors across the project lifecycle including Feasibility, Concept, FEED and Detailed Design to help solve our customer's challenges in energy production, energy transition and environmental management. A Senior Process Engineer will be an experienced process engineer capable of performing complex technical work on major projects with limited supervision. The role reports to the Discipline Lead - Process Engineering. The role is based at the Costain Manchester Office with an expectation of office-based working for at least two days per week - our informal dynamic working policy allows all employees to discuss and agree flexibility to where, when and how they work based on individual preferences and subject to role requirements and team needs. Short-term/notice travel to company, supplier or client offices or sites for business purposes may be required. Responsibilities To support lead engineers working on studies, FEEDS and detailed design projects and where authorised to act as lead process engineer on smaller studies and projects. To perform own design work and check work by others in accordance with company and client standards and procedures. To represent Process Engineering in discussions and meetings with client, vendors and third parties. To understand and follow discipline programme activities/deliverables, interdependencies, and man-hour budgets. To work in a collaborative multi-disciplinary project delivery team, through proactive liaison with other disciplines and to ensure integration of Process Engineering design requirements into the overall engineering design. To support the Process Engineering Technical Authority in technical development of the function. To offer advice and support to colleagues and subordinates on development needs taking into account work activities, learning ability and circumstances and provide training as required on company workflow, methods and business systems. To display Company's values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe and reliable operations and client satisfaction To ensure personal compliance with current company policy, relevant legislation and company and client's requirements for Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental matters and work in such a manner not to cause personal harm or injury to fellow workers, client and subcontractor employees or the environment. To support the Process Discipline Manager in delivering the company performance management process by assisting colleagues and subordinates in achieving their objectives and providing feedback on team member performance to their line managers. Qualifications Honours degree in Chemical Engineering preferably accredited by IChemE to Masters level. A minimum of 5 years' experience in process design preferably in an engineering consultancy or contracting environment. FEED & Detailed Design experience Steady state process simulation and process optimisation skills Good knowledge and experience in developing process design deliverables including Process Flow Diagrams, Process Design Philosophies, P&ID's, Cause & Effect's, Process Equipment & Instrument specifications, Relief and Blowdown calculations Technical safety & environmental knowledge and experience including HAZOP and SIL assessment Proactive, self-motivated and solutions biased Strong interpersonal skills Effective communicator Strong technical writing skills Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description CMDP+ have secured a new AMP8 Capital Programme Strategic Delivery Partner Framework Agreement with Southern Water for Water and Wastewater delivery. This represents continuation of the successful joint venture between Costain and MWH Treatment. The award is for an initial seven-year term with an option to extend up to a further five years. Between CMDP+ will deliver critical investment to Water and Wastewater infrastructure across the region including upgrades to Water and Wastewater Treatment Works, Pumping Stations and Reservoirs. Reporting to the Senior Design Manager, the Principal Civil Design Engineer will be responsible for leading civil designs from optioneering through to detail design and construction support across our AMP8 programme of water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects. This is a hybrid role and will be based in Falmer (Brighton) 2-3 days per week. Responsibilities Produce civil designs which are cost effective, sustainable, meet the requirements of the solution and which can be constructed and commissioned effectively Ensure compliance with CDM Ensure co-ordination of designs with all other disciplines internal and external to CMDP for the benefit of the project as a whole Embrace our 'can do' culture in which delivering against commitments and providing customer satisfaction are considered key to success Ensure designs take account of environmental issues Embrace digital engineering Maintain files and records throughout the duration of contracts and ensure BIM compliance Provide design information to support proposals and estimating Maintain a personal development plan Assist in supervising and developing staff Assist in ensuring a safe working environment for all staff Reduce waste to a minimum from all departmental activities Qualifications Essential Educated to Degree Level & preferably Chartered Line / team management experience in a Design and Build environment Water sector experience with an understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety Proven track record of delivering on time and to budget A positive, results focused, flexible can-do approach with the ability to influence and motivate others Team player with excellent interpersonal skills Planning, resource management, change management and budget management Line management, performance development, recruitment and appraisal Developed influencing & negotiation skills IT skills including MS Office, advanced Excel, Teams, SharePoint, (ProjectWise - desirable although not essential) Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a dynamic working environment Desirable Previous experience working in Joint Ventures Experience with BIM and digital delivery practices Experience of Off-Site Manufacture practices Full UK driving licence Must be willing and able to travel to sites within region and occasionally to other office locations in UK About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description CMDP+ have secured a new AMP8 Capital Programme Strategic Delivery Partner Framework Agreement with Southern Water for Water and Wastewater delivery. This represents continuation of the successful joint venture between Costain and MWH Treatment. The award is for an initial seven-year term with an option to extend up to a further five years. Between CMDP+ will deliver critical investment to Water and Wastewater infrastructure across the region including upgrades to Water and Wastewater Treatment Works, Pumping Stations and Reservoirs. Reporting to the Senior Design Manager, the Principal Civil Design Engineer will be responsible for leading civil designs from optioneering through to detail design and construction support across our AMP8 programme of water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects. This is a hybrid role and will be based in Falmer (Brighton) 2-3 days per week. Responsibilities Produce civil designs which are cost effective, sustainable, meet the requirements of the solution and which can be constructed and commissioned effectively Ensure compliance with CDM Ensure co-ordination of designs with all other disciplines internal and external to CMDP for the benefit of the project as a whole Embrace our 'can do' culture in which delivering against commitments and providing customer satisfaction are considered key to success Ensure designs take account of environmental issues Embrace digital engineering Maintain files and records throughout the duration of contracts and ensure BIM compliance Provide design information to support proposals and estimating Maintain a personal development plan Assist in supervising and developing staff Assist in ensuring a safe working environment for all staff Reduce waste to a minimum from all departmental activities Qualifications Essential Educated to Degree Level & preferably Chartered Line / team management experience in a Design and Build environment Water sector experience with an understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety Proven track record of delivering on time and to budget A positive, results focused, flexible can-do approach with the ability to influence and motivate others Team player with excellent interpersonal skills Planning, resource management, change management and budget management Line management, performance development, recruitment and appraisal Developed influencing & negotiation skills IT skills including MS Office, advanced Excel, Teams, SharePoint, (ProjectWise - desirable although not essential) Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a dynamic working environment Desirable Previous experience working in Joint Ventures Experience with BIM and digital delivery practices Experience of Off-Site Manufacture practices Full UK driving licence Must be willing and able to travel to sites within region and occasionally to other office locations in UK About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description As our Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will deliver Mechanical Design & Engineering Services to water sector projects. We work with customers as a primary provider of engineering support through ECI and FEED phases to take their project through to detailed design and construction. Work will be located at Costain Offices at Aviator Way, Manchester, with a blended approach to flexible and home working to support wellbeing. We welcome applicants from candidates with experience of working in the water sector to support interdisciplinary learning and on-site delivery. This is a great opportunity to establish or develop a career in a technically challenging and highly rewarding growing sector which will support the UK's water sector. Responsibilities To ensure compliance with Company & Client Policy with respect to water sector requirements. To complete specific design tasks as delegated by the Project Discipline Engineer or Engineering Manager as appropriate. To ensure work packs are delivered in timely and cost effective manner and in line with Company & Clients Project requirements and applicable Company & Client Codes and Standards. Where task forces are mobilised the team members are to be selected through the SQEP process and be familiar in the appropriate field of work. To ensure well maintained Quality Assurance, auditable records, and technical files in line with CDM requirements.To ensure smooth and efficient liaison with Other Associated Partners and disciplines as required Qualifications Essential; Specific knowledge and experience within their specialist field and discipline. (i.e.SQEP'd - Suitably Qualified Experienced Person) Capable of carrying out Lead Mechanical Engineers roles on a project or group of water projects and may support the career development of fellow engineers. Significant and proven experience in Mechanical discipline or a closely related one. Proficiency in the delivery of engineering design across a number of work categories. An appropriate Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. Experience in one or more of the following specialist mechanical engineering fields: Water treatment Waste water treatment Biosolids/sludge treatment Pumping systems Chemical storage and dosing Asset condition surveys and reports Desirable; Experience with the following mechanical engineering and design deliverables and activities: Process Flow Diagrams Plant Layout Equipment Specifications and Datasheets Pumping system calculations Chartered Mechanical Engineer About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description As our Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will deliver Mechanical Design & Engineering Services to water sector projects. We work with customers as a primary provider of engineering support through ECI and FEED phases to take their project through to detailed design and construction. Work will be located at Costain Offices at Aviator Way, Manchester, with a blended approach to flexible and home working to support wellbeing. We welcome applicants from candidates with experience of working in the water sector to support interdisciplinary learning and on-site delivery. This is a great opportunity to establish or develop a career in a technically challenging and highly rewarding growing sector which will support the UK's water sector. Responsibilities To ensure compliance with Company & Client Policy with respect to water sector requirements. To complete specific design tasks as delegated by the Project Discipline Engineer or Engineering Manager as appropriate. To ensure work packs are delivered in timely and cost effective manner and in line with Company & Clients Project requirements and applicable Company & Client Codes and Standards. Where task forces are mobilised the team members are to be selected through the SQEP process and be familiar in the appropriate field of work. To ensure well maintained Quality Assurance, auditable records, and technical files in line with CDM requirements.To ensure smooth and efficient liaison with Other Associated Partners and disciplines as required Qualifications Essential; Specific knowledge and experience within their specialist field and discipline. (i.e.SQEP'd - Suitably Qualified Experienced Person) Capable of carrying out Lead Mechanical Engineers roles on a project or group of water projects and may support the career development of fellow engineers. Significant and proven experience in Mechanical discipline or a closely related one. Proficiency in the delivery of engineering design across a number of work categories. An appropriate Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. Experience in one or more of the following specialist mechanical engineering fields: Water treatment Waste water treatment Biosolids/sludge treatment Pumping systems Chemical storage and dosing Asset condition surveys and reports Desirable; Experience with the following mechanical engineering and design deliverables and activities: Process Flow Diagrams Plant Layout Equipment Specifications and Datasheets Pumping system calculations Chartered Mechanical Engineer About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description CMDP+ have secured a new AMP8 Capital Programme Strategic Delivery Partner Framework Agreement with Southern Water for Water and Wastewater delivery. This represents continuation of the successful joint venture between Costain and MWH Treatment. The award is for an initial seven-year term with an option to extend up to a further five years. Between CMDP+ will deliver critical investment to Water and Wastewater infrastructure across the region including upgrades to Water and Wastewater Treatment Works, Pumping Stations and Reservoirs. The Senior Design Manager will be responsible for delivering engineering solutions at programme level from initial definition of need through optioneering, solution development, detail design and construction support. This is a hybrid role and will be based in Falmer (Brighton) and Burham (Kent) 2-3 days per week. Responsibilities Lead a team of Design Mangers and Discipline Design engineers in the development of water technical solutions from initial need statement through optioneering, solution development, value engineering, detail design and construction support Ensure affordable design solutions are developed within project budget and solution risk is appropriately managed and communicated throughout the solution development process Establish collaborative working relationships with the client, design teams, construction staff and supply chain representatives to promote buildability and supply chain efficiency in design outputs Ensure sustainable design solutions completed in accordance with CDM Regulations Provide design solutions that meet all the requirements of the programme's systems and governance procedures Agree design budgets, monitor performance against the budget and provide forecast costs to completion for individual projects Record, monitor and control design changes in order to maximise cost efficiency Establish and agree design costs and timescales with the Programme Manager Organise the work required and document the Design Management Plan / Project Execution Plan Deliver the design stage outputs of each project within the agreed timescale and budget Prepare monthly project status reports Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking/conferences/associations/groups, to stay current on industry changes and innovations Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback Qualifications Essential Experience of technical project delivery in a design-build environment Experience in the Water Treatment Industry Experience in leading and managing multi-disciplinary design teams Degree in an engineering-related discipline Must be delivery-driven with the ability to set targets, manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver to time, cost and quality objectives Strong technical and management skills Able to identify and manage project/programme risk Able to identify and manage changes to project scope Desirable Chartered Engineer in an engineering-related discipline Experience of working in Joint Ventures Experience of offsite manufactured design solutions About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description CMDP+ have secured a new AMP8 Capital Programme Strategic Delivery Partner Framework Agreement with Southern Water for Water and Wastewater delivery. This represents continuation of the successful joint venture between Costain and MWH Treatment. The award is for an initial seven-year term with an option to extend up to a further five years. Between CMDP+ will deliver critical investment to Water and Wastewater infrastructure across the region including upgrades to Water and Wastewater Treatment Works, Pumping Stations and Reservoirs. The Senior Design Manager will be responsible for delivering engineering solutions at programme level from initial definition of need through optioneering, solution development, detail design and construction support. This is a hybrid role and will be based in Falmer (Brighton) and Burham (Kent) 2-3 days per week. Responsibilities Lead a team of Design Mangers and Discipline Design engineers in the development of water technical solutions from initial need statement through optioneering, solution development, value engineering, detail design and construction support Ensure affordable design solutions are developed within project budget and solution risk is appropriately managed and communicated throughout the solution development process Establish collaborative working relationships with the client, design teams, construction staff and supply chain representatives to promote buildability and supply chain efficiency in design outputs Ensure sustainable design solutions completed in accordance with CDM Regulations Provide design solutions that meet all the requirements of the programme's systems and governance procedures Agree design budgets, monitor performance against the budget and provide forecast costs to completion for individual projects Record, monitor and control design changes in order to maximise cost efficiency Establish and agree design costs and timescales with the Programme Manager Organise the work required and document the Design Management Plan / Project Execution Plan Deliver the design stage outputs of each project within the agreed timescale and budget Prepare monthly project status reports Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking/conferences/associations/groups, to stay current on industry changes and innovations Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback Qualifications Essential Experience of technical project delivery in a design-build environment Experience in the Water Treatment Industry Experience in leading and managing multi-disciplinary design teams Degree in an engineering-related discipline Must be delivery-driven with the ability to set targets, manage and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver to time, cost and quality objectives Strong technical and management skills Able to identify and manage project/programme risk Able to identify and manage changes to project scope Desirable Chartered Engineer in an engineering-related discipline Experience of working in Joint Ventures Experience of offsite manufactured design solutions About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to the Enterprise, delivering £5.5bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030, and AMP 9 (2030 - 2035). Our scope is to provide project management, design, construction and commissioning services on design and build schemes throughout the North West and Cumbria region covered by United Utilities. Projects vary in value, covering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets on water and wastewater sites with wider Enterprise partners. Reporting to the Principal Design Manager you will be responsible for the design delivery of water projects on the United Utilities (UU) AMP8 Framework. Adopting a hybrid working model you will split your time between the Costain Manchester office, UU Warrington offices, design partner offices, UU sites and home as required. You will have experience working within the water sector, in either Mechanical, Electrical ICA or Civils disciplines in maintenance, design, or capital delivery roles. You should be a motivated team player, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams to deliver production thinking carbon efficient design solutions. You should also demonstrate a thorough understanding of design delivery, design procurement, design management, design control, quality assurance, BIM to ISO 19650 and have a working knowledge of the NEC4 suite of contracts. Responsibilities Ensure compliance with The Costain Way gates & controls for design commissions within your control Control flow of information between parties to ensure relevant information is available to the relevant teams at the right time, including supply chain partners Prepare design scopes and agree deliverable requirements in collaboration with relevant teams Co-ordination of reporting aligned to the Framework requirements and agreed KPIs Management of the allocated design partner and project teams to delivery against agreed design deliverables, programmes & budgets Hold and record regular design meetings to actively manage progress and coordination Co-ordinate and manage design risk, buildability, carbon and DfMA workshops (amongst others) Liaise closely with other members of the team to support package procurement and any respective supply chain partners Work closely with commercial team to ensure engagement with supply chain partners to support the design development with timely provision of design information Ensuring design compliance with UU, industry and Costain standards; ensuring necessary derogations are secured as required. Challenge design solutions to ensure a safe, efficient and buildable design, considering DfMA and low carbon solutions which meet the Client's affordability challenges Coordination and recording of design reviews, technical assurance reviews and CDM reviews Ensure design is implemented and managed aligned to the project BIM strategy Be conversant with current legislation, especially that which applies to health and safety, which is relevant to tasks being carried out Promote the business in a professional manner to both external and internal persons or organisations Maintain and grow professional working relationships with the design team, delivery team, commercial team, and employer team and communicate well with them Qualifications Civil engineering qualification and practical delivery experience Good organisational skills Effective communication and strong stakeholder management skills Passionate about improving performance in the sector through best practice, process improvements and continuous improvement practices Able to work and learn quickly in a fast paced, fun and dynamic environment. Care about doing a great job and exceeding expectations with the quality of what you do Previous experience of management on complex / sensitive programmes Practical experience working with NEC 4 contracts Experience of water industry working (preferred but not essential) Chartered Engineer (or working towards) of a relevant institution A positive and proactive attitude SMSTS CSCS Driving licence About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to the Enterprise, delivering £5.5bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030, and AMP 9 (2030 - 2035). Our scope is to provide project management, design, construction and commissioning services on design and build schemes throughout the North West and Cumbria region covered by United Utilities. Projects vary in value, covering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets on water and wastewater sites with wider Enterprise partners. Reporting to the Principal Design Manager you will be responsible for the design delivery of water projects on the United Utilities (UU) AMP8 Framework. Adopting a hybrid working model you will split your time between the Costain Manchester office, UU Warrington offices, design partner offices, UU sites and home as required. You will have experience working within the water sector, in either Mechanical, Electrical ICA or Civils disciplines in maintenance, design, or capital delivery roles. You should be a motivated team player, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams to deliver production thinking carbon efficient design solutions. You should also demonstrate a thorough understanding of design delivery, design procurement, design management, design control, quality assurance, BIM to ISO 19650 and have a working knowledge of the NEC4 suite of contracts. Responsibilities Ensure compliance with The Costain Way gates & controls for design commissions within your control Control flow of information between parties to ensure relevant information is available to the relevant teams at the right time, including supply chain partners Prepare design scopes and agree deliverable requirements in collaboration with relevant teams Co-ordination of reporting aligned to the Framework requirements and agreed KPIs Management of the allocated design partner and project teams to delivery against agreed design deliverables, programmes & budgets Hold and record regular design meetings to actively manage progress and coordination Co-ordinate and manage design risk, buildability, carbon and DfMA workshops (amongst others) Liaise closely with other members of the team to support package procurement and any respective supply chain partners Work closely with commercial team to ensure engagement with supply chain partners to support the design development with timely provision of design information Ensuring design compliance with UU, industry and Costain standards; ensuring necessary derogations are secured as required. Challenge design solutions to ensure a safe, efficient and buildable design, considering DfMA and low carbon solutions which meet the Client's affordability challenges Coordination and recording of design reviews, technical assurance reviews and CDM reviews Ensure design is implemented and managed aligned to the project BIM strategy Be conversant with current legislation, especially that which applies to health and safety, which is relevant to tasks being carried out Promote the business in a professional manner to both external and internal persons or organisations Maintain and grow professional working relationships with the design team, delivery team, commercial team, and employer team and communicate well with them Qualifications Civil engineering qualification and practical delivery experience Good organisational skills Effective communication and strong stakeholder management skills Passionate about improving performance in the sector through best practice, process improvements and continuous improvement practices Able to work and learn quickly in a fast paced, fun and dynamic environment. Care about doing a great job and exceeding expectations with the quality of what you do Previous experience of management on complex / sensitive programmes Practical experience working with NEC 4 contracts Experience of water industry working (preferred but not essential) Chartered Engineer (or working towards) of a relevant institution A positive and proactive attitude SMSTS CSCS Driving licence About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team in Manchester. This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform or support the Lead engineer position on one or more projects. Costain execute projects ranging from Concept Studies through to EPCm. Projects provide a variety of interesting and diverse challenges and a great opportunity for personal and technical growth Responsibilities Your responsibilities could involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation and checking of engineering documentation including but not limited to Basis of Design, Power System Calculations, Earthing and Lightning Calculations, Equipment sizing calculations, Load Schedules, Equipment Specification and Datasheets, SLDs, Cable Schedules, Material Take Offs, BCDs, Schematics, Equipment and Cable Routing Layouts Working collaboratively with other disciplines Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with Supporting procurement activities and preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV and LV switchboards, motors, drives, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Cable, Lighting and Lightning Calculations HV Power System Modelling HV Protection Studies Supporting site teams with operational issues Commissioning support Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Highly motivated Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Proactive in personal development Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team in Manchester. This is an exciting and challenging role where you will perform or support the Lead engineer position on one or more projects. Costain execute projects ranging from Concept Studies through to EPCm. Projects provide a variety of interesting and diverse challenges and a great opportunity for personal and technical growth Responsibilities Your responsibilities could involve: Electrical discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation and checking of engineering documentation including but not limited to Basis of Design, Power System Calculations, Earthing and Lightning Calculations, Equipment sizing calculations, Load Schedules, Equipment Specification and Datasheets, SLDs, Cable Schedules, Material Take Offs, BCDs, Schematics, Equipment and Cable Routing Layouts Working collaboratively with other disciplines Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with Supporting procurement activities and preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV and LV switchboards, motors, drives, transformers, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace-heating, lighting and other electrical equipment Preparing installation scopes of works Reviewing supplier's quotations and preparing technical bid assessments More specific tasks could include: Cable, Lighting and Lightning Calculations HV Power System Modelling HV Protection Studies Supporting site teams with operational issues Commissioning support Qualifications Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical / Control Engineering) Apprenticeships may be considered Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body or evidence of working towards gaining these professional titles Good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Knowledge of UK legislation and standards Knowledge in the requirements for installation of equipment in process plants involving potentially explosive areas Experience in the requirements for CE marking of plant and equipment, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive and EMC Compliance Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Highly motivated Good communication skills and confident engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders Works with safety and risk management at the forefront of their minds Proactive in personal development Customer focussed About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Design Managers are project based, working as part of the project team to deliver the design and engineering aspects of our projects. This may include delivering design management on major bids. As a Design Manager, you are accountable for all the design for a scheme (on a framework) or section of a major project. Managing the relevant designers on your project, ensuring the design being delivered on time, to budget and technically compliant. All our designs must be safe, sustainable, and efficient to construct. As Design Manager you will work with in a team of design managers, either on a major project or delivering schemes as part of a framework. You will report to a Principal or Senior Design Manager as part of a wider team. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Project Management: Lead the design and implementation of HV power systems for the HS2 project, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project specifications. Design Coordination: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and review design plans, ensuring integration with other project components. Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance and support to the design team, addressing complex engineering challenges and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure project requirements are met and maintain effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure the highest standards of design and construction are maintained. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the HV power system design and implementation. Documentation: Prepare and review technical documentation, including design reports, specifications, and progress updates. Budget Management: Monitor project budgets and ensure cost-effective solutions are implemented without compromising quality. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential Experience in traction power system design and project delivery. Experience in non-traction power system design and project delivery. Experience in SCADA design and project delivery. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in relevant design software and tools. Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to traction power systems Qualifications Essential Bachelor's degree / Engineering or management apprenticeship with industry experience About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description Design Managers are project based, working as part of the project team to deliver the design and engineering aspects of our projects. This may include delivering design management on major bids. As a Design Manager, you are accountable for all the design for a scheme (on a framework) or section of a major project. Managing the relevant designers on your project, ensuring the design being delivered on time, to budget and technically compliant. All our designs must be safe, sustainable, and efficient to construct. As Design Manager you will work with in a team of design managers, either on a major project or delivering schemes as part of a framework. You will report to a Principal or Senior Design Manager as part of a wider team. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Project Management: Lead the design and implementation of HV power systems for the HS2 project, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project specifications. Design Coordination: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and review design plans, ensuring integration with other project components. Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance and support to the design team, addressing complex engineering challenges and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure project requirements are met and maintain effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure the highest standards of design and construction are maintained. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the HV power system design and implementation. Documentation: Prepare and review technical documentation, including design reports, specifications, and progress updates. Budget Management: Monitor project budgets and ensure cost-effective solutions are implemented without compromising quality. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential Experience in traction power system design and project delivery. Experience in non-traction power system design and project delivery. Experience in SCADA design and project delivery. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in relevant design software and tools. Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to traction power systems Qualifications Essential Bachelor's degree / Engineering or management apprenticeship with industry experience About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Costain is working closely with Severn Trent Water on their Capital Delivery Framework, as part of it's capital programme for AMP8. As part of the Design and Build Framework lot, Costain brings together its design, construction, and consultancy expertise to undertake renewal and refurbishment projects and will assist Severn Trent in its target to make continuous improvements to its safety performance, whilst ensuring continuity of supply and consequently lowering costs for its customers. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Establish collaborative working relationships with the client, design teams, construction staff and supply chain. Oversee all design package management on you project or framework. Understand our design and engineering needs, and check they are clearly defined. Ensure our designers are appointed correctly and the design management plan (DMP) or other controlling documents are produced. Develop a detailed integrated design programme which is robustly monitored to ensure design delivery. Oversee reporting on design progress and technical risks regularly. Oversee the production of clear deliverables (schedules) with measurable outcomes throughout each design stage in the lifecycle and be able to determine when designs are complete. Track progressive delivery, assurance, and overall acceptance of the design. Implement sufficient processes so that the designs we received from our designers are quality controlled, technically assured and are of sufficient detail (required level of information and coordination) for the design stage and purpose. Manage design change and robustly challenge it. Work with our commercial team to draft technically oriented correspondence (up and down stream). Ensure the designs are constructable, follow safe-by-design principles and active our sustainability goals, including reporting or carbon metrics etc as required Provide judgment and advice on design solutions, to meet the requirements of the project and achieve our commercial aims. Influence the project / frameworks procurement and construction teams so that they are engaged in the design development and options selection and have appropriate ownership of the designs Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential Solid post-graduate design, engineering or management experience in infrastructure or related industry with demonstrable track record of achievement Demonstrable detailed knowledge in multiple design and construction process models (e.g. plan of work) Practical approach, logical thought process and a methodical way of working A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving Extensive experience of technical management being able to understand and review design deliverables and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information and prepare reports. Ability to understand technical concepts and detail across a range of disciplines (e.g. structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering) Extensive experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence and the facilitation of collaborative solutions Negotiating and team-working skills with the ability to motivate and lead a team Strong analytical skills Confidence and ability to assert influence Desirable Extensive experience of setting up and/or operating EDMS and design workflows. Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives and dealing with change Experience of developing & implementing procurement and contract strategies for design Demonstrable legal, contractual, and detailed construction knowledge Qualifications Essential Bachelor's degree / Engineering or management apprenticeship with industry experience Chartered member of professional institute (MICE/IMechE/MCIOB etc) Desirable Master's / post graduate degree Other secondary professional qualifications and training (e.g. MAPM, MCIarb, MICW etc) Project Management training / skills About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description Costain is working closely with Severn Trent Water on their Capital Delivery Framework, as part of it's capital programme for AMP8. As part of the Design and Build Framework lot, Costain brings together its design, construction, and consultancy expertise to undertake renewal and refurbishment projects and will assist Severn Trent in its target to make continuous improvements to its safety performance, whilst ensuring continuity of supply and consequently lowering costs for its customers. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Establish collaborative working relationships with the client, design teams, construction staff and supply chain. Oversee all design package management on you project or framework. Understand our design and engineering needs, and check they are clearly defined. Ensure our designers are appointed correctly and the design management plan (DMP) or other controlling documents are produced. Develop a detailed integrated design programme which is robustly monitored to ensure design delivery. Oversee reporting on design progress and technical risks regularly. Oversee the production of clear deliverables (schedules) with measurable outcomes throughout each design stage in the lifecycle and be able to determine when designs are complete. Track progressive delivery, assurance, and overall acceptance of the design. Implement sufficient processes so that the designs we received from our designers are quality controlled, technically assured and are of sufficient detail (required level of information and coordination) for the design stage and purpose. Manage design change and robustly challenge it. Work with our commercial team to draft technically oriented correspondence (up and down stream). Ensure the designs are constructable, follow safe-by-design principles and active our sustainability goals, including reporting or carbon metrics etc as required Provide judgment and advice on design solutions, to meet the requirements of the project and achieve our commercial aims. Influence the project / frameworks procurement and construction teams so that they are engaged in the design development and options selection and have appropriate ownership of the designs Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential Solid post-graduate design, engineering or management experience in infrastructure or related industry with demonstrable track record of achievement Demonstrable detailed knowledge in multiple design and construction process models (e.g. plan of work) Practical approach, logical thought process and a methodical way of working A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving Extensive experience of technical management being able to understand and review design deliverables and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information and prepare reports. Ability to understand technical concepts and detail across a range of disciplines (e.g. structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering) Extensive experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence and the facilitation of collaborative solutions Negotiating and team-working skills with the ability to motivate and lead a team Strong analytical skills Confidence and ability to assert influence Desirable Extensive experience of setting up and/or operating EDMS and design workflows. Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives and dealing with change Experience of developing & implementing procurement and contract strategies for design Demonstrable legal, contractual, and detailed construction knowledge Qualifications Essential Bachelor's degree / Engineering or management apprenticeship with industry experience Chartered member of professional institute (MICE/IMechE/MCIOB etc) Desirable Master's / post graduate degree Other secondary professional qualifications and training (e.g. MAPM, MCIarb, MICW etc) Project Management training / skills About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by Severn Trent Water to help shape and deliver its Capital Delivery Framework as part of its capital programme for the AMP8 period between 2025 - 2030. As part of the Design and Build Framework lot, Costain brings together its design, construction, and consultancy expertise to undertake renewal and refurbishment projects and will assist Severn Trent in its target to make continuous improvements to its safety performance, whilst ensuring continuity of supply and consequently lowering costs for its customers. The Principal Design Manager will provide technical project management support and set the strategy for design management and interface between Costain, the design partners selected to support project delivery, and the Client teams for all aspects of design. The role will be key to ensuring robust, affordable, and technically compliant designs are aligned to our WiiSE objectives and delivered to programme and budget. As Principal Design Manager you will develop strong relationships and agreed ways of working with our Client approval bodies, and wider design organisations / partners. You will ensure there is integration of production thinking, innovation and sustainable principles into design activities and provide constructive challenge to strive for continuous improvement, bringing in wider organisation support as required. Responsibilities Support the Framework Head of Engineering in the delivery of objectives in respect of design, prioritising workload, managing cost and programme of delivery Take the lead in the management of design and integration with wider teams (delivery, site operations in respect of scope and design requirements, commercial, risk etc) Ensure designs are governed and aligned to the requirements of The Costain Way, and the unique Client specifications and industry standards Challenge design solutions to ensure DfMA and low carbon solution which meet the Clients affordability challenges Champion WiiSE principles in design phase, considering effective design risk management, construction phase risks and drive SHE KPIs through design decisions Ensure the Framework and project contractual requirements with respect to design are met while maintaining a strong relationship with our client and design delivery partners Recruitment, retention and management of a team of design staff with suitable training and development opportunities over the lifetime of the Framework, engaging with the relevant stakeholders to gain permissions, permits and consents for works as required Develop design scopes for projects with the wider team and agree with the design partner organisations Drive efficiency and continual productivity improvements, creating best practice for the team and adding value for our customer Establish clear lines of communication throughout the integrated team, defining roles and responsibilities to ensure the efficient use of resources and the delivery of cost-effective solutions. Qualifications Civil engineering qualification and practical delivery experience Ability to form, motivate and lead your team Effective communication and strong stakeholder management skills Passionate about improving performance in the sector through best practice, process improvements and continuous improvement practices Able to work and learn quickly in a fast paced, fun and dynamic environment Care about doing a great job and exceeding expectations with the quality of what you do Previous experience of management on complex/sensitive programmes Practical experience working with NEC 4 contracts Experience of water industry working (preferred but not essential) A positive and proactive attitude Chartered Engineer of a relevant institution SMSTS CSCS Full UK driving licence About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by Severn Trent Water to help shape and deliver its Capital Delivery Framework as part of its capital programme for the AMP8 period between 2025 - 2030. As part of the Design and Build Framework lot, Costain brings together its design, construction, and consultancy expertise to undertake renewal and refurbishment projects and will assist Severn Trent in its target to make continuous improvements to its safety performance, whilst ensuring continuity of supply and consequently lowering costs for its customers. The Principal Design Manager will provide technical project management support and set the strategy for design management and interface between Costain, the design partners selected to support project delivery, and the Client teams for all aspects of design. The role will be key to ensuring robust, affordable, and technically compliant designs are aligned to our WiiSE objectives and delivered to programme and budget. As Principal Design Manager you will develop strong relationships and agreed ways of working with our Client approval bodies, and wider design organisations / partners. You will ensure there is integration of production thinking, innovation and sustainable principles into design activities and provide constructive challenge to strive for continuous improvement, bringing in wider organisation support as required. Responsibilities Support the Framework Head of Engineering in the delivery of objectives in respect of design, prioritising workload, managing cost and programme of delivery Take the lead in the management of design and integration with wider teams (delivery, site operations in respect of scope and design requirements, commercial, risk etc) Ensure designs are governed and aligned to the requirements of The Costain Way, and the unique Client specifications and industry standards Challenge design solutions to ensure DfMA and low carbon solution which meet the Clients affordability challenges Champion WiiSE principles in design phase, considering effective design risk management, construction phase risks and drive SHE KPIs through design decisions Ensure the Framework and project contractual requirements with respect to design are met while maintaining a strong relationship with our client and design delivery partners Recruitment, retention and management of a team of design staff with suitable training and development opportunities over the lifetime of the Framework, engaging with the relevant stakeholders to gain permissions, permits and consents for works as required Develop design scopes for projects with the wider team and agree with the design partner organisations Drive efficiency and continual productivity improvements, creating best practice for the team and adding value for our customer Establish clear lines of communication throughout the integrated team, defining roles and responsibilities to ensure the efficient use of resources and the delivery of cost-effective solutions. Qualifications Civil engineering qualification and practical delivery experience Ability to form, motivate and lead your team Effective communication and strong stakeholder management skills Passionate about improving performance in the sector through best practice, process improvements and continuous improvement practices Able to work and learn quickly in a fast paced, fun and dynamic environment Care about doing a great job and exceeding expectations with the quality of what you do Previous experience of management on complex/sensitive programmes Practical experience working with NEC 4 contracts Experience of water industry working (preferred but not essential) A positive and proactive attitude Chartered Engineer of a relevant institution SMSTS CSCS Full UK driving licence About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by Northumbrian Water to the Living Water Enterprise to help shape and deliver its strategic infrastructure upgrade programme. We are looking for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join the Framework team and drive quality design delivery. Reporting to the Principal Design Manager you will be responsible for the design delivery of water projects on the Northumbrian Water (NWL) AMP8 Framework. Adopting a hybrid working model you will split your time between the Newcastle project office, NWL Durham offices, design partner offices, NWL sites and home as required. You will have experience working within the water sector, in either Mechanical, Electrical ICA or Civils disciplines in maintenance, design, or capital delivery roles. You should be a motivated team player, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams to deliver production thinking carbon efficient design solutions. You should also demonstrate a thorough understanding of design delivery, design procurement, design management, design control, quality assurance, BIM to ISO 19650 and have a working knowledge of the NEC4 suite of contracts. Responsibilities Identify design scope and deliverables Support the development and agreements of design scopes, programme and budgets Management of the allocated design partner and project teams to delivery against agreed design deliverables, programmes & budgets Management of the design contract and co-ordination of reporting aligned to the Framework requirements Ensure design compliance with NWL, industry and Costain standards; ensuring necessary derogations are secured as required. Challenge design solutions to ensure a safe, efficient and buildable design, considering DfMA and low carbon solutions which meet the Client's affordability challenges Co-ordinate and manage design risk, buildability, carbon and DfMA workshops (amongst others) Coordination and management of design reviews, technical assurance reviews and CDM reviews Ensure design is implemented and managed aligned to the project BIM strategy Support the framework nominated principal design partner and their interface with the wider project and Enterprise teams Be conversant with current legislation, especially that which applies to health and safety, which is relevant to tasks being carried out Promote the business in a professional manner to both external and internal persons or organisations Maintain and grow professional working relationships with the design team, delivery team, commercial team, and employer team and communicate well with them Liaise closely with other members of the Framework team to support procurement decision making for each package of work, which will include the Costain Project Manager, Commercial Manager, the Lead Design Consultant, MEICA lead and any respective supply chain partners Adhere to the Costain governance in relation to design management and project delivery Qualifications Essential Civil engineering qualification and practical delivery experience Good organisational skills Effective communication and strong stakeholder management skills Passionate about improving performance in the sector through best practice, process improvements and continuous improvement practices Able to work and learn quickly in a fast paced, fun and dynamic environment Care about doing a great job and exceeding expectations Previous experience of management on complex/sensitive programmes Practical experience working with NEC 4 contracts A positive and proactive attitude SMSTS CSCS Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience of water industry working Chartered Engineer of a relevant institution About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by Northumbrian Water to the Living Water Enterprise to help shape and deliver its strategic infrastructure upgrade programme. We are looking for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join the Framework team and drive quality design delivery. Reporting to the Principal Design Manager you will be responsible for the design delivery of water projects on the Northumbrian Water (NWL) AMP8 Framework. Adopting a hybrid working model you will split your time between the Newcastle project office, NWL Durham offices, design partner offices, NWL sites and home as required. You will have experience working within the water sector, in either Mechanical, Electrical ICA or Civils disciplines in maintenance, design, or capital delivery roles. You should be a motivated team player, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams to deliver production thinking carbon efficient design solutions. You should also demonstrate a thorough understanding of design delivery, design procurement, design management, design control, quality assurance, BIM to ISO 19650 and have a working knowledge of the NEC4 suite of contracts. Responsibilities Identify design scope and deliverables Support the development and agreements of design scopes, programme and budgets Management of the allocated design partner and project teams to delivery against agreed design deliverables, programmes & budgets Management of the design contract and co-ordination of reporting aligned to the Framework requirements Ensure design compliance with NWL, industry and Costain standards; ensuring necessary derogations are secured as required. Challenge design solutions to ensure a safe, efficient and buildable design, considering DfMA and low carbon solutions which meet the Client's affordability challenges Co-ordinate and manage design risk, buildability, carbon and DfMA workshops (amongst others) Coordination and management of design reviews, technical assurance reviews and CDM reviews Ensure design is implemented and managed aligned to the project BIM strategy Support the framework nominated principal design partner and their interface with the wider project and Enterprise teams Be conversant with current legislation, especially that which applies to health and safety, which is relevant to tasks being carried out Promote the business in a professional manner to both external and internal persons or organisations Maintain and grow professional working relationships with the design team, delivery team, commercial team, and employer team and communicate well with them Liaise closely with other members of the Framework team to support procurement decision making for each package of work, which will include the Costain Project Manager, Commercial Manager, the Lead Design Consultant, MEICA lead and any respective supply chain partners Adhere to the Costain governance in relation to design management and project delivery Qualifications Essential Civil engineering qualification and practical delivery experience Good organisational skills Effective communication and strong stakeholder management skills Passionate about improving performance in the sector through best practice, process improvements and continuous improvement practices Able to work and learn quickly in a fast paced, fun and dynamic environment Care about doing a great job and exceeding expectations Previous experience of management on complex/sensitive programmes Practical experience working with NEC 4 contracts A positive and proactive attitude SMSTS CSCS Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience of water industry working Chartered Engineer of a relevant institution About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description The Senior Project Manager will support the delivery of planned work across the Sellafield Portfolio, supporting the Contract Lead with strategic management of the project delivery function. The role will require experience in design management, people management and the delivery of Nuclear Projects with the successful individual responsible for the delivery of a portfolio of projects/Tasks. Responsibilities Select, lead, direct, and develop a high-performing team of project managers & project/area delivery team(s) within your portfolio of projects Supporting the development of pre-construction planning for new scope of works Establish excellent relationships with Costain and Sellafield teams As an operational leader, promote a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement, both within your team and across the framework service Provide whole life oversight and accountability for the successful delivery of projects and services, through design, procurement, assembly, commissioning, and handover as required Actively champion wellbeing, safety and environment performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the project portfolio and throughout your team Provide leadership to create a safety culture to ensure Zero LTI and RIDDOR Incidents Work closely with the commercial & supply chain team, ensuring engagement from tender through to delivery to achieve commercial performance requirements Champion the use of our performance and operational data and digital tools available to drive operational decisions and performance Qualifications Experienced operational, delivery focused leader Significant amount of practical experience where you have successfully managed and delivered a framework of multiple projects of a complex or critical nature, on major UK infrastructure schemes (preferably in the Nuclear sector) Strong track record of delivery of project programmes Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training Ability to build trusted relationships with key client stakeholders, within your team and across the Framework & Costain group Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system, Primavera software, CEMAR Good communication and interpersonal skills Relevant CSCS card About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description The Senior Project Manager will support the delivery of planned work across the Sellafield Portfolio, supporting the Contract Lead with strategic management of the project delivery function. The role will require experience in design management, people management and the delivery of Nuclear Projects with the successful individual responsible for the delivery of a portfolio of projects/Tasks. Responsibilities Select, lead, direct, and develop a high-performing team of project managers & project/area delivery team(s) within your portfolio of projects Supporting the development of pre-construction planning for new scope of works Establish excellent relationships with Costain and Sellafield teams As an operational leader, promote a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement, both within your team and across the framework service Provide whole life oversight and accountability for the successful delivery of projects and services, through design, procurement, assembly, commissioning, and handover as required Actively champion wellbeing, safety and environment performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the project portfolio and throughout your team Provide leadership to create a safety culture to ensure Zero LTI and RIDDOR Incidents Work closely with the commercial & supply chain team, ensuring engagement from tender through to delivery to achieve commercial performance requirements Champion the use of our performance and operational data and digital tools available to drive operational decisions and performance Qualifications Experienced operational, delivery focused leader Significant amount of practical experience where you have successfully managed and delivered a framework of multiple projects of a complex or critical nature, on major UK infrastructure schemes (preferably in the Nuclear sector) Strong track record of delivery of project programmes Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training Ability to build trusted relationships with key client stakeholders, within your team and across the Framework & Costain group Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system, Primavera software, CEMAR Good communication and interpersonal skills Relevant CSCS card About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to the Enterprise, delivering £5.5bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030, and AMP 9 (2030 - 2035). Our scope is to provide project management, design, construction and commissioning services on design and build schemes throughout the North West and Cumbria region covered by United Utilities. Projects vary in value, covering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets on water and wastewater sites with wider Enterprise partners The MEICA Project Manager will support the delivery of planned work across the United Utilities (UU) region and develop key relationships within UU operational personnel, supply chain partners and wider Enterprise Partners. The role will require experience of both design and delivery of water projects in the MEICA space with the successful individual responsible for the delivery of the frameworks MEICA requirements across design, construct and handover Responsibilities Manage MEICA procurement, installation and commissioning activities of a portfolio of water and/or wastewater projects Ensure that the highest standards of safety and environmental protection are consistently maintained Ensure projects are delivered to the applicable UU MEICA engineering standards and specifications Ensure that the MEICA scoping, design and delivery is supported from feasibility to project completion and coordinated with the wider project deliverables Ensure the final product is in accordance with project requirements, right first time Co-ordination of activities and teams as part of the wider project delivery; contributing to delivery strategy planning, programme development and ongoing collaborative works planning and management to assure safe and effective delivery Reporting of cost and programme for MEICA packages of works Liaison with the design team to ensure all MEICA interfaces are covered on the projects Management of MEICA design and subcontract partner contracts Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with the Client's site based operational teams, project teams and wider internal stakeholders (e.g. Asset Creation and Service Delivery teams) Contribute to Enterprise and Client reporting and briefings in respect of MEICA works Ensure quality records and final documentation are completed in line with Client requirements and issued on time Review supply chain performance against Costain KPIs Implement and refresh initiatives to improve behaviours relating to SHEQ Ensure equipment is installed by suppliers, right first time through use of inspection request process Qualifications An enthusiastic, proactive, efficient, conscientious person with effective communication skills who is committed to working collaboratively to deliver a quality product under pressure without compromising health & safety or quality. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate a team. Previous experience of managing multidisciplinary MEICA projects Experienced in working with existing water and wastewater treatment works and processes on mechanical and electrical plant and equipment, HV and LV electrical switchgear and control instrumentation and systems HNC/HND or degree in a relevant engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards achieving chartered status with the appropriate engineering institution Proven competence in the management of MEICA procurement, installation and commissioning either by academic or apprenticeship routes SMSTS CSCS About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to the Enterprise, delivering £5.5bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030, and AMP 9 (2030 - 2035). Our scope is to provide project management, design, construction and commissioning services on design and build schemes throughout the North West and Cumbria region covered by United Utilities. Projects vary in value, covering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets on water and wastewater sites with wider Enterprise partners The MEICA Project Manager will support the delivery of planned work across the United Utilities (UU) region and develop key relationships within UU operational personnel, supply chain partners and wider Enterprise Partners. The role will require experience of both design and delivery of water projects in the MEICA space with the successful individual responsible for the delivery of the frameworks MEICA requirements across design, construct and handover Responsibilities Manage MEICA procurement, installation and commissioning activities of a portfolio of water and/or wastewater projects Ensure that the highest standards of safety and environmental protection are consistently maintained Ensure projects are delivered to the applicable UU MEICA engineering standards and specifications Ensure that the MEICA scoping, design and delivery is supported from feasibility to project completion and coordinated with the wider project deliverables Ensure the final product is in accordance with project requirements, right first time Co-ordination of activities and teams as part of the wider project delivery; contributing to delivery strategy planning, programme development and ongoing collaborative works planning and management to assure safe and effective delivery Reporting of cost and programme for MEICA packages of works Liaison with the design team to ensure all MEICA interfaces are covered on the projects Management of MEICA design and subcontract partner contracts Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with the Client's site based operational teams, project teams and wider internal stakeholders (e.g. Asset Creation and Service Delivery teams) Contribute to Enterprise and Client reporting and briefings in respect of MEICA works Ensure quality records and final documentation are completed in line with Client requirements and issued on time Review supply chain performance against Costain KPIs Implement and refresh initiatives to improve behaviours relating to SHEQ Ensure equipment is installed by suppliers, right first time through use of inspection request process Qualifications An enthusiastic, proactive, efficient, conscientious person with effective communication skills who is committed to working collaboratively to deliver a quality product under pressure without compromising health & safety or quality. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate a team. Previous experience of managing multidisciplinary MEICA projects Experienced in working with existing water and wastewater treatment works and processes on mechanical and electrical plant and equipment, HV and LV electrical switchgear and control instrumentation and systems HNC/HND or degree in a relevant engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards achieving chartered status with the appropriate engineering institution Proven competence in the management of MEICA procurement, installation and commissioning either by academic or apprenticeship routes SMSTS CSCS About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description This is an exciting and challenging role in a growing team of 130+ C&S Engineers and Designers. Our department covers a range of projects from Concept Studies through to Detailed Design provide a variety of interesting work. Industries can range across Water, Transportation, Energy, Nuclear and Defence As a Principal Engineer, you will be working in a multi-disciplinary team delivering infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for the delivery of civil and structural advice, analysis, calculations, reports and specifications. You will take responsibility for leading small projects and sub tasks from a technical perspective. Communicate designs effectively to the BIM teams, other disciplines, construction personnel and stakeholders. Office based 2-3 days in Manchester, attendance occasionally required for site visits, design reviews and client meetings, mainly within the Northwest region. You will support and guide more junior team members as well as challenge and deliver value engineering solutions, so you will need to be confident and authoritative in front of clients. Responsibilities As a client facing Principal Engineer, your responsibilities could involve: Responsibility for C&S discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation, checking and/or approval of engineering documentation Organising discipline staff, allocating work and ensuring delivery against plan Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Production of high-quality C&S engineering deliverables to schedule, budget and client satisfaction Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with. Ensure that work is carried out with relevant codes, standards and procedures, and maintain and develop awareness of current relevant codes and standards. Implement company, and where applicable client/ project policies and procedures. Communicate effectively with other disciplines to ensure that interfaces are clearly defined and correctly designed. Communicate appropriately with other departments, project personnel, vendors and clients. Assist in developing the knowledge and skills, including assisting in training and technical development of less experienced team members. Line-manage a team of civil engineers carrying out performance management, team development, work allocation and administration of company line-management processes. More specific tasks could include: Defining client requirements Planning and delivering project tasks undertaken by the C&S team Design of new structures, assessment of historic structures, checking and approving C&S documentation from subordinates. Development of specifications and sub-contract SOW's including GI / SI contamination scopes Optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development. Advise and guidance on specialist discipline matters relating to nuclear sector requirements, regulations, latest technologies and industry best practice. Supporting the PM in identifying change, progress reporting, tracking of issues, risks and resolutions Qualifications Essential Significant and proven experience in infrastructure at all stages of the project lifecycle. Good knowledge of UK design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Extensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Minimum BEng Civil or Structural Engineering Chartership with ICE or IStructE CSCS or CCNSG Security Clearance or eligibility for SC - UK Citizenship or 5 years UK residence Desirable Experience with new and historic structures, optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development. Experience in leading small teams and supporting more junior engineers. Knowledge and experience of common forms of contracts Project Management experience Requirements Management experience Temporary Works / Geotechnical Further industry recognised training and qualifications Project Management CDM NEC Geotechnical About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description This is an exciting and challenging role in a growing team of 130+ C&S Engineers and Designers. Our department covers a range of projects from Concept Studies through to Detailed Design provide a variety of interesting work. Industries can range across Water, Transportation, Energy, Nuclear and Defence As a Principal Engineer, you will be working in a multi-disciplinary team delivering infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for the delivery of civil and structural advice, analysis, calculations, reports and specifications. You will take responsibility for leading small projects and sub tasks from a technical perspective. Communicate designs effectively to the BIM teams, other disciplines, construction personnel and stakeholders. Office based 2-3 days in Manchester, attendance occasionally required for site visits, design reviews and client meetings, mainly within the Northwest region. You will support and guide more junior team members as well as challenge and deliver value engineering solutions, so you will need to be confident and authoritative in front of clients. Responsibilities As a client facing Principal Engineer, your responsibilities could involve: Responsibility for C&S discipline technical input for projects and/or proposals; including preparation, checking and/or approval of engineering documentation Organising discipline staff, allocating work and ensuring delivery against plan Mentoring and developing graduates and less experienced engineers Production of high-quality C&S engineering deliverables to schedule, budget and client satisfaction Ensuring all applicable national and international codes of practice, legislation and company/client standards and procedures are complied with. Ensure that work is carried out with relevant codes, standards and procedures, and maintain and develop awareness of current relevant codes and standards. Implement company, and where applicable client/ project policies and procedures. Communicate effectively with other disciplines to ensure that interfaces are clearly defined and correctly designed. Communicate appropriately with other departments, project personnel, vendors and clients. Assist in developing the knowledge and skills, including assisting in training and technical development of less experienced team members. Line-manage a team of civil engineers carrying out performance management, team development, work allocation and administration of company line-management processes. More specific tasks could include: Defining client requirements Planning and delivering project tasks undertaken by the C&S team Design of new structures, assessment of historic structures, checking and approving C&S documentation from subordinates. Development of specifications and sub-contract SOW's including GI / SI contamination scopes Optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development. Advise and guidance on specialist discipline matters relating to nuclear sector requirements, regulations, latest technologies and industry best practice. Supporting the PM in identifying change, progress reporting, tracking of issues, risks and resolutions Qualifications Essential Significant and proven experience in infrastructure at all stages of the project lifecycle. Good knowledge of UK design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across a range of industries. Extensive knowledge of UK legislation and standards Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Minimum BEng Civil or Structural Engineering Chartership with ICE or IStructE CSCS or CCNSG Security Clearance or eligibility for SC - UK Citizenship or 5 years UK residence Desirable Experience with new and historic structures, optioneering assessments, defining scopes of work, supporting estimates and business development. Experience in leading small teams and supporting more junior engineers. Knowledge and experience of common forms of contracts Project Management experience Requirements Management experience Temporary Works / Geotechnical Further industry recognised training and qualifications Project Management CDM NEC Geotechnical About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to the Enterprise, delivering £5.5bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030, and AMP 9 (2030 - 2035). Our scope is to provide project management, design, construction and commissioning services on design and build schemes throughout the North West and Cumbria region covered by United Utilities. Projects vary in value, covering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets on water and wastewater sites with wider Enterprise partners The Senior Project Manager will support the delivery of planned work across the United Utilities (UU) region and develop key relationships within UU operational personnel, supply chain partners and wider Enterprise Partners. The role will require experience of both design and delivery of water projects with the successful individual either responsible for the delivery of one major project or a portfolio of smaller projects. Responsibilities Select, lead, direct, and develop a high-performing team of project managers & project/area delivery team(s) within your portfolio of projects Supporting the development of pre-construction planning for new scope of works Establish excellent relationships with Costain and Client teams As an operational leader, promote a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement, both within your team and across the framework service Provide whole life oversight and accountability for the successful delivery of projects and services, through design, procurement, assembly, commissioning, and handover as required Actively champion wellbeing, safety and environment performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the project portfolio and throughout your team Provide leadership to create a safety culture to ensure Zero LTI and RIDDOR Incidents Work closely with the commercial & supply chain team, ensuring engagement from tender through to delivery to achieve commercial performance requirements Champion the use of our performance and operational data and digital tools available to drive operational decisions and performance Qualifications Experienced operational, delivery focused leader Significant amount of practical experience where you have successfully managed and delivered a framework of multiple projects of a complex or critical nature, on major UK infrastructure schemes (preferably in the water sector) Strong track record of delivery of project programmes Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training Ability to build trusted relationships with key client stakeholders, within your team and across the Framework & Costain group Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system, Primavera software) Good communication and interpersonal skills HNC/HND or degree in a relevant engineering discipline SMSTS qualification NEC PM accreditation (preferred) Association of Project Management APMP (preferred) About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to the Enterprise, delivering £5.5bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030, and AMP 9 (2030 - 2035). Our scope is to provide project management, design, construction and commissioning services on design and build schemes throughout the North West and Cumbria region covered by United Utilities. Projects vary in value, covering both infrastructure and non-infrastructure assets on water and wastewater sites with wider Enterprise partners The Senior Project Manager will support the delivery of planned work across the United Utilities (UU) region and develop key relationships within UU operational personnel, supply chain partners and wider Enterprise Partners. The role will require experience of both design and delivery of water projects with the successful individual either responsible for the delivery of one major project or a portfolio of smaller projects. Responsibilities Select, lead, direct, and develop a high-performing team of project managers & project/area delivery team(s) within your portfolio of projects Supporting the development of pre-construction planning for new scope of works Establish excellent relationships with Costain and Client teams As an operational leader, promote a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement, both within your team and across the framework service Provide whole life oversight and accountability for the successful delivery of projects and services, through design, procurement, assembly, commissioning, and handover as required Actively champion wellbeing, safety and environment performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the project portfolio and throughout your team Provide leadership to create a safety culture to ensure Zero LTI and RIDDOR Incidents Work closely with the commercial & supply chain team, ensuring engagement from tender through to delivery to achieve commercial performance requirements Champion the use of our performance and operational data and digital tools available to drive operational decisions and performance Qualifications Experienced operational, delivery focused leader Significant amount of practical experience where you have successfully managed and delivered a framework of multiple projects of a complex or critical nature, on major UK infrastructure schemes (preferably in the water sector) Strong track record of delivery of project programmes Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training Ability to build trusted relationships with key client stakeholders, within your team and across the Framework & Costain group Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system, Primavera software) Good communication and interpersonal skills HNC/HND or degree in a relevant engineering discipline SMSTS qualification NEC PM accreditation (preferred) Association of Project Management APMP (preferred) About Us Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview. A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website: