Design (Management) Engineer, Dingwall

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Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful. We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.

Do you want to take on a pivotal role in delivering complex civil engineering solutions, often in challenging and logistically demanding environments? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

RJ McLeod is seeking a Design Management Engineer to join our team based in Northern Scotland, supporting the design management of major infrastructure projects across our renewable energy, highways, and marine portfolio.

So, what are we looking for?

You will be working on several projects across the Energy Sector including Wind Farms, Substations and Grid Reinforcement with project values typically ranging upwards from £20m.

It is essential that you can work in a collaborative manner with internal and external project stakeholders, actively managing the design process for large scale construction projects, ensuring efficient and accurate information flow between all project participants.

You will have the ability to identify and develop value engineering proposals leading to efficient design solutions and assist with obtaining consents and permissions from external stakeholders.

You’ll also need to be able to work at pace. Our business moves quickly, and we need to keep up with the demand. Flexibility, agility, and resilience are key attributes for this role.

Along with demonstrable delivery experience, additional skills and experience that would enhance your application:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in civil engineering projects, preferably in renewable energy infrastructure, highways, or marine construction.
• Experience with design aspects of civil engineering works and familiarity with design standards.
• A level of experience of engaging with external stakeholders such as SEPA, NatureScot, Planning Authorities.
• Understanding of heavy civils construction techniques.
• Familiarity with MCHW or National Grid specifications.
• Knowledge of Scottish civil engineering sector.
• Working knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts.

Please note: Due to the nature of the location, a valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel to remote sites is required.

If you're ready for a challenge and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

About us…

RJ McLeod is one of Scotland's leading civil engineering contractors, with extensive experience in renewable energy, highways, and marine infrastructure projects. We play a key role in delivering complex civil engineering solutions, including highways improvements, port infrastructure, marine works, substations, underground power networks, battery storage facilities, grid stabilisation infrastructure, and wind farm developments. Our diverse portfolio spans critical national infrastructure projects in Scotland’s transport and energy sectors.

In a strategic move, RJ McLeod joined the OCU Group in 2024, bolstering OCU’s capabilities in energy transition, particularly in the realms of battery energy storage, wind, and hydro power. RJ McLeod maintains its operational independence and brand under the OCU umbrella, continuing with the same team and locations, supported by the strength and increased capabilities from within OCU Group.

What’s in it for you?

If working for one of Scotland's leading civil engineering contractors within a diverse portfolio wasn’t enough, we will also offer an excellent benefits and reward package to include:

• Company vehicle.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Pension plan with employer contributions.

Location:
This role is based in our Dingwall office, with potential hybrid working available. Our Glasgow office may be considered an alternative location depending on circumstances for the right candidate.

RJ McLeod is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, noting that candidates must have the right to work in the UK.