Senior Design Engineer

Company: BAM UK & Ireland
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Location: Wigan
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Job Description Building a sustainable tomorrow n We are seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join the BAM UK & Ireland Temporary Works Centre of Expertise. The Temporary Works Centre of Expertise provides design and technical support to the whole of BAM UK & Ireland, so our work covers a wide range of engineering applications. We are a diverse and well-established team with a strong focus on personal development and supporting progression towards professional qualifications. n We offer flexibility in location, with this role based at any of our Northern England offices, alongside a flexible hybrid working schedule. Making Possible n n Represent the Temporary Works CoE at internal and external meetings. n Liaise with project, bid, and divisional teams to clarify and manage design requirements. n Act as Lead Designer when appointed, serving as the main point of contact on specific projects or bids. n Supervise and support team members, ensuring high performance and adherence to professional and procedural standards. n Conduct Performance & Development Reviews, provide feedback, and identify development opportunities. n Plan and undertake site visits as needed to support design accuracy and feasibility. n Ensure accurate time recording and cost recovery for all chargeable design work. n Manage the preparation and review of conceptual and detailed designs, ensuring compliance with current standards, risk assessments, and drawing requirements. n Preparing/supervising the development of detailed designs following current standards and codes, including calculations, design risk assessments and sufficiently detailed sketches for the preparation of 3D models and working drawings. n Review design work from internal staff and external contributors, maintaining quality and consistency. n Maintain up-to-date records in the design task database and support pricing by summarising relevant quantities. n Drive continuous improvement through process enhancements, professional development, and delivery of training, including graduate tutorials. n What do you bring to the role? n n Proven experience and expertise in civil engineering design for structures commonly required by BAM UK&I, which may include earthworks, earth retaining structures, foundations, structural steelwork, reinforced concrete, timber and formwork/falsework. n Proven experience in construction methods and processes. n Degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject. n Experience and knowledge of digital construction processes. n Chartered membership of ICE and/or IStructE or an accepted alternative professional institution or demonstrable experience and responsibility at a level at least equivalent to a Chartered Engineer. n n The following are desirable requirements: n n Construction site/project experience. n Knowledge of modern methods of construction (e.g. DfMA etc.). n Experience in training and coaching. n What’s in it for you? n n Competitive salary n A wide range of family-friendly policies n Company car/car allowance/travel allowance n 8 % matched pension contributions n Private healthcare n Life assurance n 26 days holiday n 2 wellbeing days n 1 volunteering day n Personal and professional development n n n JBRP1_UKTJ

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Posted: October 20th, 2026