Engineer

Were looking for a Utility Consulting Engineer to join our Design team based in Gerrards Cross . Kier Design are a top-25 engineering consultancy delivering a wide range of services across all sectors of the built environment providing construction-focused innovative and sustainable solutions. We have preferential access to Kiers 11bn project pipeline including mega projects like High Speed 2 and Hinkley Point C frameworks with national and local government and other public bodies and a range of other interesting projects in every sector of the built environment. We believe in building teams around our people rather than squeezing people into our teams we want to help you carve out a role in which youll grow and thrive for many years to come. Offering market-leading development opportunities supporting our graduates through the early stages of their careers enabling our people to become professionally qualified providing management training and qualifications and supporting ongoing technical development throughout our peoples careers. Actively promoting so you can keep pushing and stretching yourself. Location : Gerrards Cross Hours : 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired just let us know when you speak to us What will you be responsible for As Utility Consulting Engineer youll be working within the Mechanical Electrical and Technology team advising clients (developers businesses) on managing electricity gas water and telecoms handling everything from initial feasibility design and procurement to managing connections ensuring compliance reducing costs and achieving efficiency/net-zero goals bridging the gap between client needs and utility companies. Your day to day will include: Feasibility studies liaison with suppliers project management regulatory navigation and strategic advice on infrastructure for new developments or existing operations leading on utility connection projects (water gas electric telecom) from concept to completion managing timelines and budgets Conducting due diligence and design concept strategies for utility infrastructure Acting as the main point of contact with utility providers regulatory bodies and internal project teams (architects engineers) Identifying and mitigating utility-related risks (e.g. grid constraints asset locations) advising on energy / water savings procurement contract negotiation and achieving sustainability targets Adhering to industry regulations (e.g. NRSWA HSG47) and quality standards What are we looking for This role of Utility Consulting Engineer is great for you if: Hold or be working towards a degree and/or an equivalent professional qualification in an engineering project management or similar plus an understanding of working in the engineering industry. A thorough understanding of and experience in working in the utility industry preferably in a business-to-business service delivery environment including technical aspects of utility works like loading calculations network reinforcement and design along with the ability to understand the impact of utility constraints on a scheme A thorough understanding of the UK utility market and associated regulatory framework including competition in connections detailed knowledge of the prescribed processes for procuring utility works experience of working in a utility procurement and management role or a background in fulfilling such a role working for a house builder or developer The ability to demonstrate knowledge of renewable technologies in terms of utility connections and considerations for developer connections an appreciation of relevant legislation including the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 as well as other guidance that are specific to the utility sector such as HAUC HSG47 etc. Rewards and benefits Were proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. Were proud of the steps weve taken so far but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kiers diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier. #LI-MA1

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time