Expression of Interest - Principal Structural Engineer (Costain Group)
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Position: Expression of Interest - Principal Structural Engineer
Employer: Costain Group (Costain Group plc)
Requisition Ref: 102442
Work Arrangement: HYBRID
Employment Type: Full-Time
Project & Infrastructure Scope
Due to continued growth and secured demand, we’re looking for curious, collaborative and courageous people who’ll help transform the performance of the infrastructure ecosystem across the UK’s transport, water, energy and defence markets. We have an exciting and challenging role in the pipeline for a Principal Structural Engineer in our growing team of 150+ Civil & Structural Engineers and Designers. Our department covers a range of projects from Concept Studies through to Detailed Design to provide a variety of interesting work. Industries can range across Roads, Water, Transportation, Energy, Nuclear and Defence.
Costain delivers complex smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's core sectors: Transportation (National Highways, Network Rail), Water (Thames Water, United Utilities AMP8 frameworks), Energy Transition, and Defence. As part of this collaborative delivery team, you will contribute directly to high-impact capital delivery frameworks.
Core Responsibilities & Impact
- Lead and coordinate technical, operational, or commercial delivery packages to required quality, safety, and regulatory benchmarks.
- Interface effectively with client stakeholders, multidisciplinary design consultants, and supply chain partners.
- Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, statutory guidelines, carbon reduction targets, and digital engineering standards.
- Drive innovative engineering solutions, risk mitigation, and continuous performance improvement across project milestones.
Qualifications & Professional Competencies
- Relevant degree or professional qualification in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- Proven experience in UK capital infrastructure, civil engineering, major highways, rail, or water framework environments.
- Strong analytical problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and team leadership capabilities.
- Commitment to safety leadership, collaborative working, and sustainable engineering practice.
Compensation & Employee Benefits Guidance
Estimated Remuneration: GBP £58,000 - £82,000 per annum (commensurate with skills and experience)
- Comprehensive Costain Group benefits package including company matched pension contribution, private healthcare options, employee share purchase plan, life assurance, flexible working arrangements, and full professional chartership mentorship.
Official Application Method
Direct ATS Link: Apply directly via the official Costain Group Oracle Cloud Careers Portal requisition page: [Expression of Interest - Principal Structural Engineer on Costain Careers](https://iahime.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/102442)
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