Role Details
Company: CTS Group
Location: Porto, Portugal, Europe
Location Type: Onsite
Employment Type: Full-time Employee
Salary: €30,000
About CTS Group
CTS Group is a fast-growing international design and build company specialising in data center development across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). With over 40 nationalities represented across our teams, CTS fosters a collaborative, high-performance culture where innovation and technical precision drive every project.
The Porto office is one of CTS's key engineering and delivery hubs, supporting global data center projects in collaboration with teams across Europe.
Role Overview
The Civil Engineer is responsible for the design, coordination, and delivery of civil and structural engineering systems for mission-critical data center projects, working with a moderate degree of independence. The role translates project requirements into civil and structural solutions supporting resilience, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop civil and structural engineering designs from feasibility through detailed design and IFC documentation.
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Ensure civil solutions support structural loads for critical equipment, cooling systems, and power infrastructure.
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Produce drawings, specifications, and technical documentation aligned with CTS and Eurocode standards.
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Coordinate civil design with MEP, architectural, and specialist disciplines; work closely with BIM Coordinators for clash-free models.
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Review and respond to RFIs, design changes, and site queries.
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Support client presentations, design reviews, and coordination with local authorities and licensing bodies.
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Provide civil engineering support during construction, including site inspections and shop drawing reviews.
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Ensure compliance with local codes, Eurocode standards, and licensing requirements; support sustainability strategies (BREEAM/LEED).
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Prepare design packages within assigned scope and support QA/QC and as-built documentation.
Required Skills and Experience
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
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5–10 years of experience in critical infrastructure, data center, or high-complexity industrial projects.
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Proficiency in structural calculation and civil modelling tools (e.g. SAP2000, ETABS, AutoCAD, Revit).
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Knowledge of BIM workflows and applicable Eurocode standards.
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Coordination experience with multidisciplinary project teams and authority filings.
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Registration with the Ordem dos Engenheiros preferred.
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Intermediate or advanced English required.
Soft Skills
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Detail-oriented with strong technical understanding.
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Structured, solution-focused, and delivery-driven.
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Strong communication and coordination skills.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation, health insurance, direct collaboration with international colleagues, and a career pathway into global CTS Group projects in a dynamic, innovation-focused Porto environment.
If you have the profile we’re looking for, apply for the opportunity to join an excellent team and contribute to the success of a fast-growing international company.
Role Details
Company: CTS Group
Location: Porto, Portugal, Europe
Location Type: Onsite
Employment Type: Full-time Employee
Salary: €30,000
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