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OLG Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Civil / Structural Head of Department. Our client has been established for over 40 years operating as a leading UK Engineering Consultancy, supporting blue chip clients within the Oil & Gas, petrochemical, nuclear, speciality chemicals & steel sectors. The client’s head office is located in Immingham, North East Lincolnshire, with satellite offices based in Daresbury, Colden Common and Grimsby. The Civil & Structural team currently comprises of over 20 - Engineers/Designers/Technicians.

The appointed candidate will be responsible for leading the Civil & Structural department in supporting the delivery of integrated design engineering and overall strategic objectives by ensuring efficient delivery and improvement across the functions.

Responsibilities:

The key duties of the post are as follows:

  • Overall management of the Civil and Structural department across all UK locations.
  • Provide line management to the Civil and Structural department and assist with setting workload and objectives for individuals.
  • Provide effective resourcing to meet deadlines.
  • Enable seamless working alongside other disciplines.
  • Champion a positive culture and high values within the Civil and Structural department.
  • Lead and drive the implementation of initiatives from concept through to operation within the department.
  • Review, develop and implement the necessary systems to manage the Civil and Structural department effectively and efficiently.
  • Provide discipline specific input into tenders and proposals.
  • Promote new initiatives to clients and third parties, ensuring the delivery of best in class.
  • Monitor performance of the department and where appropriate seek feedback from customers to ensure ongoing organisational learning across the function.
  • Regular liaison with customer focal points and attendance at key meetings as required.
  • Contribute to opportunities and risk reviews to develop strategies that support the business and mitigate exposure to risk.
  • Conduct and support competency assessment of civil and structural personnel.
  • Support the personal development of all Civil and Structural personnel. This will include the undertaking of appraisals in line with Personnel Appraisal procedure.
  • Provide positive engagement across all levels of the company to achieve business HSE KPIs.
  • Support the business to build and implement appropriate engineering processes and procedures.
  • Maintain regular contact and dialog with the Engineering Director highlighting any issues, concerns, or areas of improvement.
  • Act as Technical Authority for Civil and Structural.
  • Target a minimum of 50% of time to be chargeable to clients.

 

 

Attributes and Technical Skills:

  • Challenge the norm and how things are done to deliver better result for all stakeholders.
  • Experience in the Oil and Gas industry would be an advantage.
  • Fifteen years’ experience in engineering detailed design.
  • Experience in leading and developing high performing teams.
  • Must have knowledge of current industry codes and standards.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and teambuilding skills
  • Excellent attention to detail, diligence, and self-discipline.
  • Delivery focused and committed to achievement of Project/Company goals.

Remuneration Package

  • An attractive salary, negotiable based upon experience
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 25 Days + 8 bank holidays
  • Company sick pay scheme
  • Flexible working

Professional Qualifications / Relevant Experience:

  • BEng Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant equivalent qualification
  • Chartered Civil or Structural is preferrable
  • Self-motivated without supervision
  • Commercially astute