As a Project Engineer - Civils you will play a key role in Gatwick's future, working as part of the Airfield and Civils Construction Programme Delivery Team, leading the design management of critical Civil Engineering and Infrastructure projects within an operational airport environment. Projects include pavement reconstruction, airfield asset replacement and stand reconfiguration with project values typically exceeding £20m. The Project Engineer role has involvement in every stage of the project lifecycle and you will also work with the Construction Management Team to ensure that the projects are installed on site in line with the approved design.
Reporting to the Programme Design Manager / Senior Project Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the design delivery and technical assurance of projects across the Airfield and Civils Construction Programme.
You will ensure that the design meets project requirements whilst achieving value for money, managing the interface with external design partners so that this process is managed effectively, maintaining progress against an agreed schedule and managing the cost of the work carefully.
Develop the project scope to meet the business needs along with delivering effective design management on individual projects.
Drive consistency and identify opportunities for efficiencies within project delivery.
Work with multiple stakeholders to support the successful delivery of projects.
Providing technical input to any design changes through the lifecycle of the project.
Support the effective commissioning and handover of projects through review of as-built information, ensuring quality and completeness in what is delivered against contractual requirements.
The live environment at Gatwick requires all our teams to have a flexible and adaptable approach, with problem solving skills and an innovative outlook. You will be involved in projects from inception to completion whilst working alongside multiple stakeholders. University degree in Civil / Construction Engineering or Construction related discipline - or significant experience instead of education/qualifications.
Qualifications - Chartered Member of a recognised Professional Engineering Institution - highly desirable.
Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of technical and regulatory requirements related to civil engineering within an Airfield Environment.
Experience in engineering design or design management on large infrastructure projects or multiyear programmes of work with a value typically in excess of £10m.
Experience of managing multiple, interfacing, concurrent design projects is highly desirable.
Good understanding of the importance of controlling and managing the project close out and handover process
Good understanding of Health Safety & Environmental issues associated with the Construction industry.
Along with a competitive salary our employees enjoy a range of personal, health and financial benefits, including:
~5% Welcome Bonus
~ Performance-based bonus scheme
~ High street shops and restaurant discounts
~ Healthcare scheme
~ Life and disability insurance
~ Professional training to develop
~ Discounted travel
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