Costain Group PLC

Engineer

• Support the successful implementation of Digital Engineering for the Project.
• Work on the Project through both Construction & Handover stages.
• Support ongoing activities within the broader highways sector and report to the Digital Delivery Lead on the Project.
• Liaise with the broader project team and suppliers to deliver outstanding value on behalf of our clients.
• Support throughout the development of 2D & 3D CAD models & drawings for any required scheme elements (permanent or temporary works).
• Develop 3D models to support setting out, machine control etc. to aid the construction of various scheme elements.
• Develop 3D & 4D models to assist with the assessment and visualisation of construction sequencing proposals.
• Provide a technical link between design consultants, project teams & suppliers with respect to Digital Engineering.
• Support the management of the Project Information Model (PIM) during construction.
• Liaising with other disciplines within the project to embed digital processes and utilise Digital Engineering outputs to support typical processes.
• Explore the use of and advise others on the use of digital systems.
• Support the handover of the project Asset Information to the client and area maintainers, in accordance with National Highways Asset Data Management Manual (ADMM).
• Support the development and handover of As-built drawings where appropriate.

Digital Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

• Deliver fit-for-purpose ventilation and environmental control solutions for clean water pumping stations.
• Ensure the protection of electrical and mechanical assets (e.g., pumps, MCCs).
• Provide suitable working environments for operators.
• Support safe, efficient, and resilient water supply infrastructure.

Designer

• Perform or support the Lead designer position on one or more Projects
• Industries can range across Water, Transport and Energy including Green Energy, Nuclear and Oil and Gas
• Responsible for preparation of design documentation for individual projects or proposals
• Ensure documentation is prepared efficiently, accurately, and according to project requirements
• Work within the Engineering Services Team
• Act as the primary provider of engineering support through ECI and FEED phases
• Produce design deliverables including diagrams, layouts, and models
• Liaise with other disciplines as required

Senior Electrical Designer

Manager

• Lead and manage commissioning activities across multiple water projects
• Develop and implement commissioning strategies, plans, and procedures
• Coordinate with design, construction, and operations teams to ensure smooth system integration
• Oversee testing, inspection, and validation of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems (MEICA)
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Manage risk assessments, method statements, and commissioning documentation
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to commissioning engineers and site teams
• Liaise with client, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies throughout the commissioning process
• Champion high quality delivery from the outset of design; developing processes, systems and initiatives to drive a high quality, right first-time culture
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resources related to commissioning activities
• Provide accurate and timely project performance reports, ensuring projects are on track and contract requirements are met; sharing and celebrating success and developing improvement plans and implementing mitigation strategies as required
• Lead troubleshooting, fault-finding, and performance optimisation
• Support handover processes, including training and documentation for operations teams

Senior Commissioning Manager

Product Designer

• Take a lead on design delivery of Insfra or Non-Infra element of major potable water transfer projects
• Work collaboratively with the Head of Engineering, Design Manager and Senior Designers to understand design needs
• Manage the design team relating to your section of the SPA delivery programme from feasibility through to construction and commissioning
• Collaborate with the wider project delivery team, working closely with project management, construction, enabling, planning, commercial and procurement teams

Design Manager

QA Engineer

• Ensure effective performance of quality activities against compliance requirements of project specifications and standards
• Endorse and demonstrate good quality attitudes and behaviours in line with company policy values
• Promote and develop a ‘Right First Time’ culture throughout the project
• Support the site team, undertake internal audits and assist with close out actions

Quality Engineer

• Providing commercial input at work winning stage.
• Overall responsibility for commercial resourcing of project teams.
• Management of commercial personnel responsible for the following activities:
• Main Contract management and administration.
• Supply chain management (including supply chain contract administration).
• Commercial Document Control.
• Cost capture and control (including completion of CLRs).
• Commercial reporting.
• Planning & programme management.
• Responsible for cash management.
• Liaison and negotiation with the Customer’s commercial and / or project team.
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring valuations and reports are prepared and issued in line with deadlines.
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and contract requirements.
• Ensuring appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and overseeing the resolution of any contractual issues.
• Providing guidance and support to the commercial team and developing the skills and competencies of commercial staff.
• Overseeing recruitment of appropriately competent commercial personnel in accordance with project needs and company procedures.
• Providing commercial advice to the Contract Leader and/or Sector management team.
• Ensuring a consistent approach to commercial issues across the Sector and cross Sector.
• Manage and report on matters relating to insurances relevant to the project.
• Review value management and advise on Risk management.
• Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations.
• Ensure all health, safety and environmental risk situations are brought to the attention of Contract Leader / Project Manager.

Senior Commercial Manager

Supply Chain

• Support Procurement Management to deliver the procurement and supply chain objectives
• Develop an understanding of leadership whilst ensuring appropriate training and professional development for yourself
• Manage relationships with all stakeholders involved in the procurement process ensuring stakeholders are dealt with in a professional, open, and collaborative way and to ensure the projects requirements are reflected in the procurement process for every procurement
• Manage/Support every procurement in a timely way to ensure continuity of the works and provide best-for-project outcomes and value for money by:
• ensuring tender documentation is fair, robust with clear projects requirements
• ensure that accurate and logical tender evaluations are produced
• conduct supplier meetings and negotiations for packages
• produce recommendations for internal and Employer approval, prior to placing orders
• prepare and issue all subcontracts
• provide progress updates in the procurement schedule and input into the reporting of procurement activity as required by project controls requirements
• Support management and the supply chain manager to facilitate supply chain performance reviews and improve levels of performance of the supply chain
• Work efficiently and professionally during periods of pressure

Assistant Procurement and Supply Chain Manager

• The Head of P&SC- Sustainable Procurement (SP) & Strategic Relationship Management (SRM) will report to the Director of Procurement and Supply Chain (P&SC) and will be part of the functional leadership team.
• The candidate will be responsible for designing the sustainable & responsible procurement strategy and the strategic relationship management strategy (SRM) plan.
• The postholder will devise and implement a robust strategic roadmap with associated improvement plans to achieve our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) targets to be flowed down to our strategic suppliers.
• This role is a key enabler to ensuring we are fully compliant with all regulatory requirements and that we accelerate our transition to net zero greenhouse gas emissions whilst simultaneously setting and measuring appropriate ESG targets with our key suppliers.
• The individual will work closely in a matrix structure with the Procurement Category teams as well as the Group Environmental Director and Group Corporate Responsibility Director and their respective teams.

Head of Procurement and Supply Chain – Sustainable Procurement, Strategic Relationship Management

Project Manager

• Lead a group of engineering teams to develop and deliver the Mains Replacement Programme.
• Ensure all works are delivered to the highest standards of safety, compliance, customer excellence and commercial control.
• Maximise the customer experience service ensuring Cadent’s customer commitments are met.
• Collaborate and coordinate with stakeholders ensuring the client and parent organisations’ reputation is maintained.

• Ensure that construction projects are completed accurately and safely.
• Provide technical advice and manage staff on-site.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Oversee all on-site activities to align with project’s design, specifications, and legal requirements.
• Manage daily site activities and solve problems during construction.
• Help keep the project running smoothly from start to finish.

Site Engineer

• Lead the delivery of a professional Quality Management service to the projects within the Northumbrian Water Framework, managing resource, programme and budgetary constraints, which satisfies legislative, regulatory, customer and company requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring that the specific Quality requirements are identified, developed, implemented and maintained during the project life cycle, including the management of all day-to-day aspects of the project QA/QC resource.

Framework Quality & Assurance Manager

• Lead a team of designers responsible for all aspects of plant layout and piping design
• Using CAD and digital technology to produce 3D models and detailed general arrangement drawings
• Develop layouts of pumping stations, pipework, and similar systems in the waste water industry
• Coordinate vendor equipment packages into the design and model access platforms in compliance with standards
• Contribute to design reviews and ensure coordinated and clash-free models
• Attend internal and client meetings to discuss issues and progress
• Plan for adequate resources and manhour usage reporting to lead engineer

Principal Mechanical Designer – Water

• Lead the Cost Management function / team within the CDF programme of works
• Developing and implementing cost management plans and strategies for the CDF programme
• Developing and implementation of the cost management toolsets and systems
• Work closely with project managers to integrate cost management into the overall project plan
• Provide training and support to the project team on cost management procedures
• Facilitate communication between various project stakeholders regarding project costs and mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with cost management standards and regulation
• Planning and forecasting the project budget
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations
• Monitoring and reporting on budget progress
• Overseeing project cost management strategy
• Collaborating with project managers and stakeholders to establish cost objectives
• Analyzing cost data to determine project budgets and forecasts
• Implementing cost control measures
• Preparing detailed cost forecasts and budget reports
• Providing advisory services on cost strategy, negotiation, risk management, and cost control
• Developing cost mitigation plans and strategies
• Preparing and delivering cost management reports for stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry, regulatory, and company standards
• Create and implement cost management policies and protocols
• Perform cost assessment at different stages of the project
• Monitor and review cost management processes and identify areas for improvement
• Conduct training and workshops on cost management practices and procedures
• Ensure compliance with the SHE Management System
• Demonstrate strong and active leadership for SHE, setting high standards