Maritime Civil Engineer / Port Planner

About Haskoning:

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.​

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

About our Maritime Team

Our Maritime team are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design, and development. We are multi-disciplinary experts that work on international projects to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical and operational advice and created master plans across the five continents for a wide range of port projects. 

What you will do as Maritime Civil Engineer / Port Planner

As a Maritime Civil Engineer / Port Planner, you will be an important part of the team responsible for the delivery of complex maritime planning projects. You will help develop innovative port planning tools using the latest modelling and simulation software and encourage repeat business from key accounts by delivering outstanding client value.

You will develop port and terminal master planning projects in a variety of sectors ranging from Container Terminals and Passenger / Vehicle Terminals to Dry and Liquid Bulk, on national and international level. You will approach port planning from a civil engineering and port operations perspective, and will work closely with other parts of the business that focus on the environmental, commercial and other aspects of port planning.

Responsibilities will include:

• Developing master planning projects, large and small, within our portfolio of clients around the world
• Planning of small as well as large, complex projects in different phases and on different degrees of detail, including continuous follow-up
• Contributing to the digitalisation and innovation of port and terminal master planning
• Managing and leading multi-disciplinary design and planning projects
• Engaging in the global port planning team, including our Smart Ports team, Green Ports team and Port Automation team
• On specific projects, technical development and management of maritime design projects, including production of design calculations (structural, fendering / mooring, etc), checking and reviewing of calculations produced by others
• Developing proposals and commercial offers

Where you will work

Haskoning are at the forefront of innovative maritime planning, design and development and our teams of multi-disciplinary experts have assisted our international clientele to create successful ports and maritime infrastructure worldwide. We have provided expert commercial, technical and operational advice and created master plans across the five continents for a wide-range of port projects.

We are one of the largest and most experienced teams of port planning and engineering professionals globally and we are world leaders in the production of port feasibility studies and master plans. Examples of recent projects include the port master plan, design and engineering services for the new Port of Baku in Azerbaijan and the detailed design of the Twelve Quays Ro-Ro berth on the River Mersey.

What you bring

Experience in delivering port engineering and master plans.

• Experience in delivering master plans for port infrastructure
• Professional experience in the design of ports / heavy civils projects
• Experience of collaborative working in teams and with other disciplines
• Focused, articulate and professional in appearance and standard of work
• Capable of undertaking assignments effectively to achieve technically sound, timely and cost-effective results
• Chartered status (or equivalent) with a recognised industry body (e.g., ICE) is preferred
• A degree in Civil and/or Maritime Engineering or related subject (Masters level is advantageous)
• Approximately 5-10 years experience relevant to the role
• Based in London and willing to travel occasionally throughout the UK and overseas

 

If you are a maritime civil engineer with a combination of experience in design of maritime structures and port planning, and would like to focus your career on port planning, this opportunity is for you.

What we offer you

Ambitious. Exciting. Lively. Collaborative. Dynamic. That’s how our colleagues describe our company. Want to contribute to enhancing society with your expertise? Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? Join us!

You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path. We have flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life, including part time options. 

You can learn more about our benefits here.

Join us today and be part of something extraordinary!

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.