Lead Civil Engineer in Glasgow

Lead Civil Engineer
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)
Salary Competitive with Industry leading benefits

A leading EPC specialist in turnkey substation delivery is looking for a Lead Civil Engineer to join its UK team. This role covers full project lifecycle from tendering through to construction and handover.

Responsibilities:

• Lead civil and structural design, review drawings, calculations, and documentation

• Supervise civil designers, resolve site queries, remedial works, and snags

• Support CDM and Temporary Works duties

• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and industry standards

• Evaluate subcontractors and contribute to tender documentation

• Liaise with UK Transmission System Operators and major utilities

• Develop project requirements, budgets, and delivery plans

• Monitor costs, report on progress, and implement cost-effective solutions

• Support contract negotiations, manage change orders, and resolve disputes

Requirements:

• Extensive experience on large-scale infrastructure or substation projects

• Strong civil/structural design capability and project cost control

• Knowledge of UK Transmission System Operators and utility environments

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

• Member of a recognized professional institution; Chartered Engineer desirable

Personal qualities:

• Resilient, proactive, and self-disciplined

• Strong leadership, assertive but a good listener

• Commercially aware and solutions-focused

Offer:

• Hybrid working

• Involvement in high-value EPC projects

• Opportunity to shape engineering standards and project delivery

Confidential applications are handled by our recruitment partner on behalf of the client.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Civil Engineers looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

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