Principal Engineer - Appcastenterprise : Job Details

Kier Professional Services (KPS) are looking for a Principal Engineer to join our growing team based in Cambridge.

Kier Professional Services (KPS) are the engineering consultancy division of Kier Group, providing design solutions, technical advice, and engineering support to all other Kier business units.

We undertake over 2,000 designs a year in support of over 400 projects, making us one of the UK's largest Temporary Works designers. Our 100+ Temporary Works engineers have extensive experience in designing and checking Temporary Works for projects of all sizes and across all sectors.

Our vision is to ensure that Kier is technically equipped to achieve its vision and to enhance the Group's competitive position and reputation.

Location: Cambridge 

Business Area: Transportation, Kier Professional Services (KPS)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

What will your responsibilities be?

As a Principal Engineer inside KPS you will be working closely with project teams to support with the delivery of a broad range of civil and structural related services in both Temporary and Permanent Works throughout the Kier business. You will also contribute to the delivery of more complex services by providing solutions which are safe and buildable (in both their temporary and permanent states).

What will your day to day will include?:

• Permanent and Temporary Works design and checking, above and below ground in all materials, integrated with Permanent Works design if applicable.
• Delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kiers reputation
• Tender stage and bid winning support, focusing on buildability, efficiency and innovation.
• Technical assessment and review of 3rd party designs, ensuring compliance with the brief to meet client and Kier requirements.
• Delivery of alternative solutions and value engineering, enhancing Kier's competitive position
• Manage and mentor junior KPS team members.

What are we looking for?

This role of Principal Engineer is great for you if:

• You are a chartered engineer or are looking to become chartered.
• An interest in Permanent and  Temporary Works Design or experienced in already.
• You have a full UK driving licence.

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