Job Title: Civil Construction Lead Engineer - UK
Location: Birmingham/Glasgow
We are seeking a Civil Construction Lead Engineer with expertise in temporary works design and implementation. This role is critical in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant civil construction activities across UK projects, particularly within substation environments.
What You Will Do:
Verify the design for implementation of temporary works for civil construction projects.
Provide technical support during the tendering stage, ensuring accurate work sequencing and realistic durations.
Act as the primary reference point for design verification and on-site application.
Coordinate effectively between engineering, HSE, and site teams to ensure seamless execution.
Develop and maintain procedures and workflows for temporary works.
Review and produce construction documentation, including:
Traffic Management Plans (TMP)
Construction Phase Plans (CPP)
Ensure compliance with National Grid standards, including TPs, Ts, and SR.
Travel to project sites across the UK when required.
Experience Required:
Experience in civil engineering works.
Proven experience in HV substations.
Proven expertise in temporary works design and implementation.
Strong understanding of National Grid technical procedures and safety requirements.
Strong understanding for the related civil standards, such as BS and building regulations.
Experience in producing and reviewing construction documentation and plans.
Strong civil engineering background
Demonstrated strong record of site implementation and leadership, consistently delivering successful outcomes through effective team management and proactive resolution of onsite challenges.
Exceptional writing and documentation skills, ensuring that all workflows and procedures are clearly articulated, accurately maintained, and consistently updated to support project execution and compliance.
Proficient in industry-standard civil and structural design software (AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project), document management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite, with experience in digital workflow tools for efficient project delivery.
What we offer:
Competitive salary with performance based incentives.
Hybrid working model
25 days holiday entitlement + statutory and public holidays+ additional 3 days holiday available on our purchase scheme
Car allowance, employee assistance programs, and career progression
Industry leading contributory pension scheme matching up to 10%
Education:
Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent qualification.
CSCS card or equivalent
Full UK driving licence
About Linxon
“Building the infrastructure to power the world”
At Linxon, we are leaders in delivering innovative EPC substation projects essential for the energy transition. With expertise from Hitachi Energy and AtkinsRéalis, we provide integrated, sustainable solutions that power cities, industries, and communities. We are committed to building infrastructure that supports a carbon-free future and ensures reliable and efficient energy transmission.
Why Linxon?
By joining Linxon, you will contribute to critical infrastructure projects in the UK, driving the transition to a carbon-free energy future. We value diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment where every employee can thrive.
Diversity & Inclusion
We encourage applications from people of all races, ages, genders, religions, sexual orientations, and more—so whoever you are, we hope you’ll see things our way too.
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