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Technical Director/Senior Civil Ports & Maritime Engineer

Amentum
Full-time
On-site
Portsmouth

About the opportunity: Our company provides design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long-term prospects within our established practice. Location: South England (Portsmouth focus). We offer hybrid working with 1-2 days in the office. Occasional site visits may be necessary. Shape the Future of Maritime Infrastructure Are you a seasoned civil or structural engineer ready to take on high-impact defence projects? Join Amentum’s growing Ports and Maritime team and help deliver strategic infrastructure solutions for the UK Ministry of Defence. This is your opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a real difference in national security and sustainability. Why Amentum? At Amentum, we don’t just solve problems—we engineer the future. We’re a global leader in defence, nuclear, and security services, driven by integrity, innovation, and collaboration. You’ll be part of a team that values ethical excellence, supports your growth, and empowers you to deliver your best work. What You’ll Be Doing Lead and develop a team of Ports and Maritime Engineers and Technicians. Deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the full project lifecycle. Build strong client relationships and support business development efforts. Produce technical designs, calculations, and reports to British Standards and Eurocodes. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and quality systems. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. Here’s What You’ll Need: Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with a strong MEng background. Broad experience in civil engineering design and construction. Proven leadership and project management skills. Strong technical expertise in structural and maritime design or similar industry experience Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets. You must be a UK National and have the ability to obtain SC level security clearance, which includes being resident in the UK for the preceding 5 years. Desirable: Familiarity with PIANC guidance and seismic design. Experience with BIM, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, LUSAS, WALLAP, PLAXIS 2D. Background in nuclear industry and safety case documentation. What’s in It for You Competitive salary and benefits package, with unrivalled salary sacrifice schemes available. Free single medical cover and digital GP service. Generous pension contributions Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies. Professional development support and membership reimbursement. Access to a flexible benefits programme tailored to your needs, including buying/selling up to 10 days extra holidays. Hybrid and flexible working options to support work-life balance. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're passionate about engineering excellence and want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of defence infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you. Our Culture Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful. We partner with VERCIDA, for greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Thank you for continued interest in employment with Amentum. For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters are in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/ If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at TAOps@amentum.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans Labor Laws Posters Amentum has become aware of unauthorized individuals who are falsely using the Amentum name and /or logo in an attempt to solicit fees from potential job seekers. 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