Senior and Principal Civil Engineers
This is a Permanent, Full Time or Part Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic experienced engineer with a background in civil, structural or geotechnical engineering to lead the delivery of a range of environmental improvements, flood risk and infrastructure schemes.
You will be joining an award-winning environmental and engineering consultancy which puts innovation, sustainability and resilience at the heart of its work.
We are independent and staff-owned under a stewardship model which drives long term decision making and investment. We have offices in the UK, Ireland, Romania, India, Singapore and Australia. Our people are all important and we invest heavily in life-long learning and skills development.
Visit https://www.jbaconsulting.com/ to find out more.
Your role
You will join our multidisciplinary team of engineers, digital designers, ecologists and geomorphologists to deliver flood risk management schemes, nature-based solutions, river restoration and natural flood management projects.
This varied and exciting role will involve project leadership, governance and technical accountability on a variety of appraisal, design and construction projects. You will work in a fast-paced environment, with a range of public, private and third sector clients including the Environment Agency, water companies, lead local flood authorities, rivers and wildlife trusts.
The team member we’re looking for
You will play a key role in the growth and development of our engineering capability. You will also contribute to business development activities in this sector across the wider JBA Group.
We are seeking committed and enthusiastic individuals with an interest in sustainability who can demonstrate effective communication and team working skills.
Qualifications
Candidates will hold a degree or equivalent qualification in a civil, structural or geotechnical engineering subject and ideally be at or working towards a professional qualification and chartership.
A full UK driving licence is required for this role.
Essential attributes for the role
Duties will include:
• Technical leadership of the design process to develop sustainable, resilient solutions, specifications and project deliverables that meet client needs.
• Championing technical innovation to improve efficiency and quality of delivery, ensuring effective engagement and uptake of latest developments in digital design tools.
• Team leadership, developing and mentoring junior members of staff.
• Building positive relationships with clients, colleagues and key stakeholders.
• End to end project management, including contracts, budgetary control, programmes, change and risk management.
• Development and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Leading Safety in Design (CDM) and compliance with environmental legislation.
• Leading and supporting winning tender opportunities.
Desirable attributes for the role
Professional development is encouraged and will be fully supported with opportunities for progression into regional and national leadership roles.
Location and contact
JBA supports hybrid working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.
The role will be located in our modern and spacious Warrington office, which can be found on the second floor of the purpose-built Phoenix House office campus. As well as boasting secure onsite parking, access to EV charging points and bicycle storage, our Warrington office is also within walking distance of the amenities and leisure facilities of Warrington town centre. Excellent transport links to the nearby cities of Manchester and Liverpool provide easy access for commuters travelling by road or rail.
For further information or an informal discussion about this position, please contact Matt Smith on matt.smith@jbaconsulting.com
The JBA Family
The JBA Group is a family of environmental, engineering and risk management companies committed to exceptional service and helping clients and communities build resilience to flood and environmental risk in a changing climate. We're leading the way to integrate science and technology to provide our clients with a forward-thinking view of climate resilience.
We can only do this through our fantastic team, and we believe in providing a competitive salary, flexible working conditions and great benefits package. Our continued independence is assured by our unique ‘guardianship’ model which means all shares are held by JBA employees and Staff Trust.
Alongside this, we’re focused on helping our staff develop their skills and offer a generous training budget to every member of staff, as well as a professional development programme and support in the attainment of professional qualifications including chartered membership.
We invest in our staff’s mental health and wellbeing, encouraging our staff to maintain a healthy work-life balance and organising social activities from bake sales and book clubs to badminton. We also invest in the wider community by funding our own charitable foundation, the JBA Trust, supporting sustainability initiatives such as tree planting, and facilitating outreach visits by our team of STEM ambassadors.
JBA is committed to creating and sustaining a working environment in which everyone has an equal opportunity to fulfil their potential and we welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, support veterans of the defence forces back into work, and promote a menopause-friendly workplace, having signed the Menopause Workplace Pledge.
All roles will be considered for part-time or flexible working, and we encourage applications from candidates who may be returning to work after a career break for any reason, or who are looking to change industry.
No unsolicited CVs from Agencies. All Agencies should note that if JBA receives an application via other means - even if it comes after your first contact with us - there will be no contractual entitlement to an introduction fee or other fees. In sending us any applications you are deemed to have agreed to these terms.
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