Civil Engineer

RES

15h

About The Position

The Civil Engineer provides engineering support to all markets within the RES Group, with a focus on maximising value, reducing cost and managing risk. The primary activities performed by the Civil Engineer are to provide project development phase engineering management, civil engineering design and advice as required to meet the project requirements. This role focuses on engineering input into the development phase of wind, solar, battery energy storage and green hydrogen projects. This includes management of the layout design process, identification and mitigation of project risks and delivery of discrete elements of detailed design, along with interfacing with project stakeholders and consultants, and technical review of contractor designs or ad-hoc technical/regulatory advice. This role also provides vital support to the operational projects in maintaining and upgrading assets under RES management.

Requirements

Honours degree in Civil Engineering or related subject
Practical application of engineering knowledge to civil engineering projects.
Management of health and safety in design, including risk mitigation.
Development and implementation of new processes and technology.
Commercial awareness relating to contract compliance, cost control and relative value of engineering solutions.
Good time management skills to balance priorities across projects.
Works collaboratively, within and across project functions.
Presentation skills to technical and non-technical audiences.
Attention to detail during preparation and review of engineering deliverables.
Engineering principles as they affect project development.
Knowledge of UK CDM Regulations 2015 or Irish Construction Regulations 2013.
Understanding of cross-functional project requirements and priorities.

Nice To Haves

Broad appreciation of renewable energy technologies and projects (development, construction and/or operation) would be an advantage.
Specialist knowledge in a relevant area of civil engineering eg. geotechnical, earthworks, drainage would be an advantage.
Eligible to progress towards CEng status through the Institution of Civil Engineers is preferred

Responsibilities

Identify and help manage project risks through early stage engineering review and input.
Coordinate specialist inputs, such as surveys, geotechnical work, and other engineering discipline design, required to inform engineering decisions.
Provide practical engineering advice to project teams on matters affecting safety, quality, cost, and programme during project development.
Review third party engineering deliverables for accuracy and consistency.
Develop of efficient and cost effective design solutions and propose process improvements where applicable.
Promote consistent practices across projects by applying established processes, guidance and best practice.