Rendel, an Ingérop Group company, is an international, multidisciplinary design and engineering consultancy, headquartered in London with offices in Birmingham, Bristol and Sydney, Australia. We provide client-focused engineering and technical solutions on major engineering construction projects worldwide in the infrastructure, energy and industry sectors, and working with contractors, international monetary funds and developers.We are involved in schemes at all stages of the life cycle including development; planning; detailed design; independent design checking; value engineering; technical advisory; and construction supervision services. Rendel’s origins date back to 1838, making us one of the oldest civil engineering consultants in the UK.We are proud of our global track record, providing technical solutions for many complex infrastructure, energy and industry projects. Our experience includes bridges, ground engineering, highways, ports, industry, energy, rail systems and tunnels. Current major projects include HS2 rail and Hinkley Point C nuclear power station in the UK; Padma Bridge in Bangladesh; the Kampala-Jinja Expressway in Uganda; Hay Point Coal Terminal Berth 2 in Australia; and the Port of Abidjan in Côte d’Ivoire.JOB TITLE:Principal Mechanical EngineerLOCATION:LondonTRAVEL:Willingness to travel is essentialMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Accredited Degree in an appropriate Mechanical Engineering disciplineChartered Engineer; member of appropriate professional bodyMechanical engineering systems experience on large, complex projects working with a range of clients in various construction market sectors.JOB DESCRIPTIONOVERVIEW:Rendel’s mechanical and electrical engineering team provides support to infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects covering transport systems (roads, bridges and tunnels), airports, ports and maritime, rail systems, power generation and industrial processing.The position will involve taking the leading technical role as part of the consultancy delivery team, undertaking and checking the delivery of design solutions and associated outputs for the project and liaising with clients.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Undertake fee earning assignments in the UK and overseasAssist the Project Manager in clarifying the project brief, agreed deliverables, key milestones, project methodology, quality assurance and control strategyUndertake the lead technical role covering outline and detailed designs; e.g. calculations, drawings, sketches, reports etc, to achieve the optimum solution for the projectManage the E&M design change process and communicate design changes to the Project ManagerBe aware of work requirement of the E&M design team and take responsibility to work to deliver this to agreed time, cost and quality requirementsUndertake and/or manage significant elements of the detailed design and the checking of outputs as directedReview, check and comment on detailed designs prepared by consortium partners or third partiesProvide technical guidance, support and training to colleagues and assist in mentoring and development of othersMonitor staff time and budgets against assignment programme and agree appropriate actions where necessaryWork in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as requiredEnsure that all work is carried out in full compliance with the Company’s Integrated Management SystemsObserve and maintain Company Health and Safety Policy across all activitiesAdopt procedures for standardisation of work products and deliverables, and peer review to ensure consistency and excellence in service delivery of the Company’s technical work productAdhere to Company procedures in the management, delivery and administration of ServicesEmbrace organisational change and appropriately modify behaviour and attitudes as requiredHave an understanding and awareness of the company values and business plan and your contribution to bothUndertake other reasonable duties as requested by your assignment or line managerPERSON SPECIFICATIONKEY EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:Degree in a relevant mechanical engineering discipline, ideally also holding a post-graduate qualificationChartered EngineerExtensive knowledge and experience of mechanical engineering systems of infrastructure and noninfrastructure works, together with an understanding of E&IC systems.Knowledge of infrastructure projects and an understanding of the integration of E&M systems in the overall construction project.Appropriate experience in design, tender and contract preparation, tender assessment, and contract administration.Good knowledge of relevant national and international E&M industry standardsAwareness of forms of contract, construction methodologies and E&M engineering proceduresDesire to work in a consultancy environment on large scale infrastructure projectsCompetent in the use of MS Office programmes and relevant bespoke software packages. Ability to develop competence in use of relevant programmes to suit specific role requirementsCOMPETENCIES:Technical: Strong skills and knowledge to deliver quick, innovative solutions. Undertakes tasks in a cogent manner involving the wider team as neededCommunication: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate, listen and influence all levels of people effectively. Excellent report writing ability and strong presentation skillsCritical Thinking: Ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances whilst maintaining a clear view of overall priorities. Ability to work under pressure to ensure deadlines are met, whilst maintaining a high quality of workTeam: Excellent team working skills; able to lead, contribute to and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix environmentLeadership: Demonstrates high standards, seeks to exceed client expectations and create a collaborative and supportive environment. Mentoring skills to train and develop other engineers and techniciansProject Management: Results orientated with a strong drive to deliver success, a proven ability to manage design process budgets, projects and programmes of work to agreed targets and priorities. Able to make timely, rational decisions with the information available and understands when to seek guidance and supportPERSONAL STYLE AND BEHAVIOUR:Self-motivated and committed, with a high degree of integrityA team player who seeks to positively contribute to the working group with a collaborative attitudeConvincing in terms of a capacity to translate objectives into effective practical stepsAble to perform effectively within changing environments; demonstrates willingness and flexibility of availability to meet business needsDemonstrates a strong need to achieve, setting high standards for self and others. Committed to the value of own role, takes initiative and focuses on improving business performance
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