Head of Civil Engineering Design; Consultancy

Head of Civil Engineering Design (Consultancy) CLIENT An excellent opportunity for a senior Civil Engineering professional to join a well-established public sector organisation headquartered in Enniskillen, offering an outstanding quality of life with minimal commuting, access to exceptional natural surroundings and a strong work-life balance. The organisation plays a vital role in the sustainable delivery, maintenance and development of strategically important infrastructure across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, with a strong reputation for environmental stewardship, governance and long-term public value.

THE IDEAL PERSON
* Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
* Chartered Engineer or working at Chartered level with Engineers Ireland (EI), Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or an equivalent recognised professional body
* Minimum of 5 years relevant post-qualification experience
* Minimum of 3 years' experience managing and leading teams at a senior level
* Strong leadership, decision-making and stakeholder management skills
* Proven ability to deliver complex programmes to time and budget
* Strong project management and problem-solving capability
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Full driving licence and/or access to transport to travel throughout NI & ROI
* Right to work in the relevant jurisdiction (verification required at interview stage)
* Applications also welcomed from candidates with equivalent or higher-level qualifications
* Open to candidates based in Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland or Great Britain, including returners and those considering relocation RESPONSIBILITIES
* Provide strategic leadership for the Civil Engineering Design function with genuine influence at senior management level
* Lead the delivery of asset maintenance and capital infrastructure programmes with sustainability, environmental protection and long-term public benefit at their core
* Manage and develop professional, technical and administrative staff
* Commission, manage and oversee consultants, contractors and suppliers to ensure value for money
* Progress projects through feasibility, design, planning, tender, procurement and construction stages
* Ensure compliance with technical, professional, legal, governance and procurement standards across NI & ROI
* Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and welfare throughout the design and construction lifecycle
* Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring delivery within defined budgets and demanding timescales
* Oversee the procurement and management of engineering contracts and contractors
* Provide expert civil and structural engineering advice to senior management and the wider organisation
* Contribute to organisational strategy, policy development and change initiatives
* Represent the organisation at internal and external meetings, statutory bodies and stakeholder forums ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Strong understanding of construction practices across both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
* Experience of working within water-based or complex infrastructure environments
* Understanding of environmental and sustainability issues relating to waterways and infrastructure development
* Experience of forwarding schemes through tendering and procurement procedures
* Proficiency in IT design tools, CAD and surveying systems
* Knowledge of health, safety and welfare requirements across the full project lifecycle
* Experience commissioning and managing consulting engineers
* Strong negotiation skills and experience in contractor management
* Experience of site supervision or site management DESIRABLE CRITERIA
* Experience delivering civil engineering maintenance or capital works in a water-based environment
* Experience working within sensitive natural or built heritage settings REMUNERATION £61,673 - £64,469 per annum plus an excellent public sector benefits package including a highly competitive pension, generous annual leave entitlement, flexible and hybrid working arrangements appropriate to a senior role, and long-term career security. For further information on this vacancy, or other engineering and built environment opportunities, please apply via the link below or contact us in the strictest confidence.

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