Design Coordinator (Structural Engineer)

Affordable Houses Ltd.; City of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Design Coordinator (Structural Engineer) to work in London. The role involves coordinating design processes, ensuring compliance with UK standards, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant engineering degree and have experience within the railway sector. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with knowledge of design standards and health and safety legislation. The position offers insights into cutting-edge projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary design.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary design team.
• Produce civil/structural engineering design.
• Ensure deliverables meet HS2/Network Rail standards.

Skills

Technical qualifications to degree in relevant subject BEng/MEng

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience in the railway industry

Good knowledge of UK design standards

Education

Degree in engineering or relevant subject

Job description

Design Coordinator (Structural Engineer)

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Egis is an international player active in the consulting, construction engineering and mobility service sectors. We design and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings capable of responding to the climate emergency, helping to achieve more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. With operations in 100 countries, Egis places the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the disposal of its clients and develops cutting‑edge innovation accessible to all projects. Improving peoples quality of life and supporting communities in their social and economic development, whilst drastically reducing carbon emissions and achieving vital 2050 net zero targets, that's our purpose.

We design and operate roads, railway, bus and active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

Job Purpose

As an Engineer / Design Coordinator in the Builders Work in Connection (BWIC) team at HS2 Old Oak Common Station for work package 23 design and build of MEPHFC works, you will work in the Anthro design office, London, 3 days a week, and attend site meetings at Old Oak Common as required. You will be responsible for an area of work in the production, checking and design coordination of BWIC works. You will work under the direction of a senior member for the BWIC, coordinating with MEPHFC designers, client BBVS, and third‑party work packages to deliver the right quality to time and budget.

This Will Include

• Design Management of a coordinated BIM federated model
• Produce evidence of clash detection resolution and RFI acceptance with respect to BWIC
• Coordination and agreement of building services opening positions with our CREs/Lead Engineers, and third parties
• Agreement of BWIC with respect to fire stopping solution, led by our Fire Engineer
• Structural review of design and third‑party proprietary systems, including reinforced concrete, precast concrete, steelwork, blockwork, and DfMA/bracketry etc.
• Lead and support with ad‑hoc site support team queries, and ensure any design changes are captured and tracked through the design process
• Support senior staff at meetings with the Client and Principal Designer to elevate issues, evidence coordination and record actions via RFI

Your Responsibilities Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Coordinate with a multi‑disciplinary design team to ensure that civil / structural design deliverables meet HS2 / Network Rail standards / building regulations
• Produce and prepare design in accordance with HS2, Eurocodes, and NR‑L2‑CIV‑003 (Engineering and Architectural Assurance of Building and Civil Engineering Works)
• Produce and civil / structural engineering design drawings, calculations, reports, and supporting documentation to HS2 / Network Rail standards / Building regulations
• Produce and coordinate engineering activities so that they result in civil / structural schemes that are affordable and meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and NR/L2/OHS/0047

What do we need from you

Essential

• Technical qualifications to degree in relevant subject BEng/MEng
• Ability to communicate effectively to deliver on time and to programme
• Ability to follow instruction and undertake design interfaces and integration by following agreed processes
• Experience of working in an engineering production environment
• Experience in the railway industry
• Experience in following procedures to ensure a multi‑disciplinary design approach and the delivery of projects to a high quality throughout all design stage gates
• Good knowledge of UK design standards, such as Network Rail, HS2 and TfL
• Knowledge of all relevant BIM standards, design integration procedures and relevant legislation
• CITB CSCS scheme

Desirable

• Professional Engineer Registration status with the Engineering Council (UK) and be registered with an appropriate professional institution
• Leadership skills and mentoring experience
• Experience of supporting the organisation to build and grow successfully
• An appreciation of environmental issues in engineering works, including low carbon design
• IT competence in remote working and facilitation of digital workshops
• Knowledge of quality assurance
• PTS AC/DC

YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyones contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

Some of our clients require that all colleagues working with them undertake a DBS check. We will advise you if this is necessary.