Engineering Manager - Building & Civil Engineering

Siemens Energy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager for Building & Civil Engineering in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and driving project success. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in civil engineering, strong communication skills, and a degree in Civil Engineering. The company offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Company share scheme

Employee discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in managerial roles within Civil Engineering, Construction, or Infrastructure sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of building and civil engineering standards.
• Ability to approve internal and external design documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team within the Transmission Substation and FACTS business.
• Ensure design validation for all building and civil engineering solutions.
• Maximize engineering value by fostering a 'right first time' culture.

Skills

Civil Engineering experience

Construction methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Proactive attitude

IT literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree (desirable)

Chartered Engineer status with ICE or IStructE (desirable)

Tools

MS Office 365

Document control systems

Job description

Engineering Manager - Building & Civil Engineering

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A Snapshot of Your Day

As an Engineering Manager (Building & Civil Engineering) at Siemens Energy, you’ll lead a dedicated team within the Transmission Substation and FACTS business. Your day will involve managing resources and budgets, driving the development of technical standards, and ensuring compliance with regional laws and UK regulations. You’ll oversee design validation, liaise with external design organizations, and ensure project key performance indicators are met. Additionally, you’ll attend project risk review meetings and coordinate with other design teams to promote best practices and communication.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Maximize the value of engineering hours by instilling a “right first time” culture within the department through mentoring, training, and optimized processes.
• Ensure design validation for all building and civil engineering solutions, focusing on suitability, contractual, and legislative compliance.
• Promote consistency in engineering solutions across projects and facilitate best practice sharing with other teams.
• Implement and monitor project key performance indicators to ensure delivery aligns with time, budget, and quality expectations.
• Liaise with external design organizations to ensure technical compliance and manage design risks in accordance with Health and Safety legislation.
• Drive the development and implementation of technical standards and procedures, ensuring Siemens Energy remains a leader in civil engineering innovation.

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive experience in the Civil Engineering, Construction, or Infrastructure sectors, with over 10 years in managerial roles, including line and resource management.
• In-depth knowledge of building and civil engineering standards, as well as familiarity with British and European standards and codes of practice.
• Ability to obtain technical authority to approve internal and external design documents, such as SR188 CDAE.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, constructability issues, and professional services contracts, including NEC PSC and ACE.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical and commercial issues effectively.
• Proactive attitude and a commitment to fostering a capable and proficient workforce.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, with a Master’s degree and Chartered Engineer status with ICE, IStructE, or equivalent being desirable.
• High standard of IT literacy, particularly with MS Office 365 solutions and document control systems, to support efficient project management and coordination.

Who Is Siemens Energy

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fuelled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards

At Siemens Energy, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, pension, company share scheme, and employee discounts. We also encourage flexibility and innovation in the workplace, supporting agile working arrangements. Join our diverse and inclusive team where your unique talents and perspectives will be celebrated and contribute to our mission of providing sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy to the world.