The Civil Engineering Manager is responsible for translating programme requirements into effective engineering solutions, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring that all design and technical outputs meet organisational, regulatory, and stakeholder expectations. This role requires strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and the ability to manage complex engineering activities across the full project lifecycle.
Job Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership & Delivery
- Translate programme requirements into effective engineering and design solutions.
- Lead the delivery of design outputs, working collaboratively with the engineering team and technical specialists such as Safety Case engineers.
- Oversee the full engineering design lifecycle, ensuring effective cost control, scheduling, and risk management.
- Provide technical direction and ensure engineering activities meet required standards, specifications, and governance frameworks.
Assurance & Compliance
- Provide ongoing assurance that engineering processes, procedures, and governance frameworks are fit for purpose.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality requirements across all engineering outputs.
- Identify risks, issues, and opportunities, and support the development of mitigation strategies.
Team & Resource Management
- Lead and manage a team of 10+ engineering professionals, ensuring effective performance management, development, and resource planning.
- Provide leadership to direct reports within the Engineering Managers (Design) team.
- Oversee and coordinate supply chain contractors where appropriate, ensuring alignment with project objectives and standards.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as a key interface with internal stakeholders to ensure clarity, alignment, and timely delivery of engineering deliverables.
- Engage with external stakeholders—including customers, regulators, and supply chain partners—to support programme delivery and maintain strong working relationships.
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