Senior Pre-Construction Engineer

Are you a Pre-Construction Engineer experienced in working on early stages of complex Civil Engineering projects? Looking for progression with a forward-thinking company with excellent opportunities?! If so, then read on!

Our client is a leading international Civil Engineering company who are looking to strengthen the team working on high value, demanding HV cable route projects. The Senior Pre-Construction Engineer role is a key role in coordinating initial concept through to delivery, ensuring technical solutions are practical, compliant, and fully coordinated ahead of construction.

Salary to 70k Company Vehicle or Allowance Private Healthcare Stakeholder Pension Life Assurance 26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working

Senior Pre-Construction Engineer Key Essentials:

As Senior Pre-Construction Engineer, you will lead a team involved in the development and delivery of high-voltage (HV) cable route projects. This role focuses on early-stage engineering and design coordination for works including SEDs (Site Enabling Works), bridges, trial hole investigations, and directional drilling / trenchless solutions

Interpret and apply Civil and Structural design principles to ensure safe, efficient delivery

Coordinate with Engineers, Designers, Planners, construction and commercial teams to ensure buildability

Oversee technical submissions, drawings, and documentation to ensure full compliance and quality assurance

Delegate to ensure all design and pre-construction documentation is in place, checked, and approved prior to delivery

Identify risks, constraints, and opportunities early, providing practical solutions to mitigate issues

Engage with key stakeholders including clients, local authorities, and third-party asset owners

Support programme development with realistic sequencing and construction methodologies

Senior Pre-Construction Engineer Requirements:

As Senior Pre-Construction Engineer you will be degree qualified (or equavalent) in Civil or Structural Engineering

Strong understanding of civil and structural design principles

Knowledge of trenchless techniques, ground investigation processes (trial holes) and familiarity with bridge structures and crossing methodologies

Responsible for managing a pre-construction team

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to identify risks early and provide practical, buildable solutions

Proficient in reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical submissions

Please note: Applicants must have full right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

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