Lead Designer Representative- Foundations and Geotechnics Birmingham, England
Mott MacDonald
Full Time
Birmingham, England
10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description
Do you want to work for a company whose purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes, and to transform businesses, communities, and opportunities for it’s employees? Mott MacDonald is a global consultancy whose people do exactly that.
The earthworks/foundation role, as part of the LDR team, will involve a broad variety of responsibilities including, but not limited, to the following:
Provide specialist earthworks/foundation support and advice, as part of the LDR team, across the Design and Construction teams
Provide specialist earthworks/foundation support and advice to the LDR team
As part of a risk-based approach - participate in the focussed review of assets to evidence compliance through each stage of the asset lifecycle from detailed design, construction and handover
As part of a risk-based approach - participate in the high level review of assets from detailed design, construction and handover
Support the Designer and Contractor to identify and resolve ‘gaps’ in their processes, plans and procedures
Provide support and manage workload within the LDR team
Ensure smooth, timely completion and turnaround of Design and Construction Verification Certificates
Participate in signing of Design and Construction Verification Certificates
Support Design and Construction teams - often working to tight deadlines - across all parts of their works
Ensure processes, plan and procedures are adhered to by the Design and Construction teams
Understand the deliverables produced by Design and Construction teams, and how these provide evidence for compliance with the processes, plans and procedures
Liaise with HS2, Designers, Contractors, suppliers and third parties, as required, in all matters related to the delivery of works
Assist the Design and Construction teams in all matters related to delivery of their works
Work collaboratively to ensure a consistency of approach across all parts of Contractor and Designer works
Capture, and record, LDR engagement with the Design and Construction teams
The earthworks/foundation role, as part of the LDR team, will involve a broad variety of responsibilities including, but not limited, to the following:
Provide specialist earthworks/foundation support and advice, as part of the LDR team, across the Design and Construction teams
Provide specialist earthworks/foundation support and advice to the LDR team
As part of a risk-based approach - participate in the focussed review of assets to evidence compliance through each stage of the asset lifecycle from detailed design, construction and handover
As part of a risk-based approach - participate in the high level review of assets from detailed design, construction and handover
Support the Designer and Contractor to identify and resolve ‘gaps’ in their processes, plans and procedures
Provide support and manage workload within the LDR team
Ensure smooth, timely completion and turnaround of Design and Construction Verification Certificates
Participate in signing of Design and Construction Verification Certificates
Support Design and Construction teams - often working to tight deadlines - across all parts of their works
Ensure processes, plan and procedures are adhered to by the Design and Construction teams
Understand the deliverables produced by Design and Construction teams, and how these provide evidence for compliance with the processes, plans and procedures
Liaise with HS2, Designers, Contractors, suppliers and third parties, as required, in all matters related to the delivery of works
Assist the Design and Construction teams in all matters related to delivery of their works
Work collaboratively to ensure a consistency of approach across all parts of Contractor and Designer works
Capture, and record, LDR engagement with the Design and Construction teams
Candidate Specification
You will have experience of a similar role in an engineering and construction environment with full exposure to major project work. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate a mixture of the following:
Experience in working on large engineering and construction projects
Experience of design and/or construction across a range of geotechnical/foundation works
Educated to degree level
Membership of a relevant professional organisation
(i.e., ICE, APM, IStrucE)
Chartered Engineer/Geologist (or with equivalent/relevant experience)
Understanding of engineering processes on multidisciplinary design and build contracts
Experience of working with and applying the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
Familiar with NEC contract framework and project controls processes
Good analytical, organisational and communication skills
Ability to prioritise and organise workload without supervision
Build successful relationships with others - within the LDR team, DJV and across other organisations (BBV, HS2 etc.) during a project’s lifecycle (design, construction and handover)
Proactive attitude, a willingness to engage and adapt, and apply previous skills/experience to new (potentially unfamiliar) challenges
Ability to understand and work in accordance with the applicable project procedures
Ability to test, challenge and develop project procedures
Familiar with common data environment principles
Working knowledge of MS Packages - Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of ProjectWise System, or willingness to learn
Appreciation of document control processes
Experience in working on large engineering and construction projects
Experience of design and/or construction across a range of geotechnical/foundation works
Educated to degree level
Membership of a relevant professional organisation
(i.e., ICE, APM, IStrucE)
Chartered Engineer/Geologist (or with equivalent/relevant experience)
Understanding of engineering processes on multidisciplinary design and build contracts
Experience of working with and applying the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
Familiar with NEC contract framework and project controls processes
Good analytical, organisational and communication skills
Ability to prioritise and organise workload without supervision
Build successful relationships with others - within the LDR team, DJV and across other organisations (BBV, HS2 etc.) during a project’s lifecycle (design, construction and handover)
Proactive attitude, a willingness to engage and adapt, and apply previous skills/experience to new (potentially unfamiliar) challenges
Ability to understand and work in accordance with the applicable project procedures
Ability to test, challenge and develop project procedures
Familiar with common data environment principles
Working knowledge of MS Packages - Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of ProjectWise System, or willingness to learn
Appreciation of document control processes
If you meet 80% or more of what we’re looking for, please still apply. We understand not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have skills we didn’t know we need.
Job Profile
About the business unit
We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. From preparing the business case and advising on related issues - such as revenue, procurement, and environmental legislation - to delivering the completed infrastructure and helping maintain it. Our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle. We play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy.
Our Metro’s and Civil’s Tunnels team Are currently recruititng for a Lead Designer Representative to join the team on a Fixed Term basis in either our Croydon or Birmingham locations. The Lead Designer Representative (LDR) team is embedded within, working for, and representing Balfour Beatty Vinci (BBV on HS2 N1, N2) - whilst employed by the Mott MacDonald/Systra Design Joint Venture (DJV).
As part of the team of engineering professionals - the LDR - you will work with the Designer (BBV/DJV) and Contractor (BBV) to collaboratively discharge the Lead Designer duties.
These include a comprehensive list of assurance responsibilities covering all aspects of the Contractor’s design and construction activities.
The LDR involvement will span across all phases of the project lifecycle (from design, construction and finally handover back to HS2).
To discharge the Lead Designer duties - the LDR team will undertake a focused review for a limited number of ‘high risk’ assets (approximately 5% of all works), and a high level review for all other assets.
Earthworks/foundations is a key part of the infrastructure being delivered across N1, N2.
The specific role is to provide specialist earthworks/foundation knowledge, experience and support as part of the LDR team.
The role will involve engagement across BBV, DJV and their supply chains to ensure the works are managed, coordinated, integrated, and certified in accordance with HS2’s requirements.
The LDR’s assessment of the ‘high risk’ assets - as part of the focused review - will be used to gauge whether the processes, plans and procedures are working effectively.
The LDR will test and challenge, intervene and escalate as required to support consistency across the N1, N2 works.
We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe. From preparing the business case and advising on related issues - such as revenue, procurement, and environmental legislation - to delivering the completed infrastructure and helping maintain it. Our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle. We play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy.
Our Metro’s and Civil’s Tunnels team Are currently recruititng for a Lead Designer Representative to join the team on a Fixed Term basis in either our Croydon or Birmingham locations. The Lead Designer Representative (LDR) team is embedded within, working for, and representing Balfour Beatty Vinci (BBV on HS2 N1, N2) - whilst employed by the Mott MacDonald/Systra Design Joint Venture (DJV).
As part of the team of engineering professionals - the LDR - you will work with the Designer (BBV/DJV) and Contractor (BBV) to collaboratively discharge the Lead Designer duties.
These include a comprehensive list of assurance responsibilities covering all aspects of the Contractor’s design and construction activities.
The LDR involvement will span across all phases of the project lifecycle (from design, construction and finally handover back to HS2).
To discharge the Lead Designer duties - the LDR team will undertake a focused review for a limited number of ‘high risk’ assets (approximately 5% of all works), and a high level review for all other assets.
Earthworks/foundations is a key part of the infrastructure being delivered across N1, N2.
The specific role is to provide specialist earthworks/foundation knowledge, experience and support as part of the LDR team.
The role will involve engagement across BBV, DJV and their supply chains to ensure the works are managed, coordinated, integrated, and certified in accordance with HS2’s requirements.
The LDR’s assessment of the ‘high risk’ assets - as part of the focused review - will be used to gauge whether the processes, plans and procedures are working effectively.
The LDR will test and challenge, intervene and escalate as required to support consistency across the N1, N2 works.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our 15-minute application via our website. Our talent acquisition coordinators aim to provide feedback within 5 working days with the outcome of your application. More information about our application process can be found here. If you have any questions regarding your application or the role, please reach out to the dedicated recruiter listed who will be more than happy to help.
Mott MacDonald is Work180 accredited – which means we actively support and encourage women to join our work force!
Benefits we offer:
Pension matched up to 7%
- Life insurance
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An annual professional institution subscription
- Continuous development opportunities – because we want you to thrive
- Agile/flexible working – because life isn’t 9-5
- Enhanced parental leave; shared parental leave policies – for parents and care givers
- Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance
- Flexible benefits that suit you, including cycle to work & interest free season ticket loans .
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The opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our social outcomes
Other Information
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can assist.
Agile working
At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.
More about Mott MacDonald
We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.
Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.
Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence
We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can assist.
Agile working
At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.
More about Mott MacDonald
We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.
Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.
Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence
Mott MacDonald
www.mottmac.com
Croydon, United Kingdom
James Harris
$2 to $5 billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Private
Architectural & Engineering Services
1989
