Job Description

Purpose/Main Functions of Position The main function of the Design Engineer is to take overall responsibility for the conceptual design, design innovation, compliance with the employer’s requirements and final detailed designs in accordance with our subcontract agreement with the end user/client. Duties: 1. To be hands on in the undertaking of detailed design projects. 2. The production of concept designs for estimating purposes. 3. To adopt a highly innovative approach and provide a wide range of design solutions. 4. Attend and contribute at tender stage strategy/design innovation meetings. 5. Undertake the assessment of tender bids from our own subcontractors and advise the Chief Estimator/Director accordingly. 6. Prepare estimates utilizing computer aided systems including input of data, ensuring that estimating procedures are adhered to throughout. 7. Completion of site surveys and associated reports, as appropriate. 8. To keep the Company fully aware of current regulations and standards, together with future developments. 9. Identify client’s needs and the extent of the employer’s requirements and ensure that they are incorporated in the design solutions. 10. Assess the Health & Safety and CDM requirements which need to be incorporated in the design solutions. 11. Check layouts for the services and ensure co-ordination of routes are sequenced. 12. Attend and actively take part in the tender/design strategy meetings. 13. Prepare design files to a laid-down standard. 14. Undertake any other duties as requested from time to time that fall within the scope of the position. 15. Work safely in accordance with the company’s current health and safety policy and procedures. Measurement of success: The main objective of the Design Department is to undertake designs that are accurate, cost effective, and innovative and to complete designs within the design costs included within the subcontract. The following items will in addition be used to measure the individual’s success: • Accuracy and quality of completed work. • Ability to meet deadlines. • Reliability in terms of attendance and timekeeping. • The individual’s professional approach to his work, including representation of the Group to clients. • Improvement in general workplace skills and application. • Demonstration of the individual’s ability to work with others as part of an overall team. • General conduct in the workplace. BENEFITS: 1. Private healthcare scheme – can join after 6 months service 2. Company car (a car user allowance could be negotiated) 3. Home to office mileage (assuming company car) 4. Contributory pension scheme (employer contributions increase with length of service) 5. Annual profit share bonus (equal to 5-7% of salary) 6. Holidays increase with length of service (23 days rising to 26 days over first 3 years of employment 7. Sports & Social Event Committee. Recent social events include micro light flying, go-kart racing, dog racing, visit to the London Eye & lunch, various sporting & charitable events. 8. Culture: close knit and supportive. We are small enough to treat you as an individual but big enough to help you climb the career ladder. We have a long history of supporting training and encouraging our staff to gain additional qualifications.