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Civil Design Lead (Glasgow or Birmingham)

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Civil Design Lead (Glasgow or Birmingham)

Birmingham, United Kingdom

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

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Location of the posting will be Glasgow or Birmingham in the United Kingdom. Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship on this opportunity.

Responsibilities

  • Be the point of contact towards external civil designer. Manage the design review meetings (DRM) and bid review meetings (BRM) for EPC and EP deliveries, in which there is a Civil Design interface.
  • Review tender technical specification and highlight any risks, opportunities, deviations, or clarifications related to civil design.
  • Participate on the contract review with Plant Lead Engineer and interpret the technical specification for the projects and confirm the civil design scope of deliveries and highlight deviations compared to tender specifications.
  • Responsible for the Civil Design deliveries within budget, scope, and time plan.
  • Responsible for defining the scope of work (SoW) for the department and the Civil Designer with regards to engineering budget and project time schedule.
  • Make sure that the Civil Design is done with consideration to applicable local standards, laws, and regulations.
  • Responsible for the bill of quantities (BoQ) from the Civil Design 3D model.
  • Lead and coordinate all civil design disciplines to facilitate an integrated 3D design as specified by the departments processes and relevant technical specifications.
  • Make sure that the Civil Design is done with consideration to local standards, laws, and regulations.
  • Secure input data and evaluate impact/consequences based on the change management process if input data is changed. Document changes in a traceable way and follow up that the design is done accordingly.
  • In the case of project specific new technical solutions, the Civil Design Lead needs to get the confirmation on the new design from the TA/specialist.
  • Review the project document list (PDL) and customer document list (CDL).
  • Review the deliveries from the Civil Designer to secure the quality.
  • Responsible for the design review meetings (DRM) being conducted according to internal processes and protocols as well as documenting actions and questions from meeting in minutes of meeting.
  • Constructability and HSE aspects should be considered during the design development.
  • Share and incorporate feedback and lessons learned from the project with the rest of the department members and to the respective part of the organization.

Qualifications / Background

  • Bachelors or master's in civil design engineering with a minimum work experience of 5+ years
  • Good knowledge of the relevant international Standards/Codes - British Codes (BS), ACI is a must have. Other codes like Eurocodes, DIN, ASTM or equivalent shall be an advantage.
  • HV / EHV Switchyard equipment foundations which include Power transformers, Reactors, switching equipment, Gantry and Towers along with drainage and cable trenches, GIS Building foundations, Office/Storage buildings foundation.
  • Shall be able to review civil drawings and documents to fulfil the local country regulations.
  • Hands on experience in BOQ for civil foundation, superstructure, PEB structures associated with substations /switchyards etc.
  • Knowledge of Civil/Steel/MEP materials is an added advantage.
  • Technical knowledge of Steel structure and reinforced concrete structures - BIM/ACC, Staad, AutoCAD/Revit knowledge required.
  • Experience in substation design and industrial structures.
  • Experience in the field of High voltage Switchyard equipment foundations and structures, Include power transformer and reactor foundations.
  • Experience in Steel structures like Gantry and tower structures and foundations.
  • Experience in estimation of civil foundation, superstructures, PEB structures.
  • Knowledge of process structuring & process management

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Client-provided location(s): Birmingham, UK
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-100029
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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