We are currently working with a leading national main contractor who are looking for a senior engineer to work on one of their projects soon to start in the Nottingham area.

Summary of the role;

To manage all aspects of engineering on a section / project to ensure the works are delivered to meet the client’s expectations generally working within larger teams or self-sufficient on smaller projects.

Roles and Responsibilities;

Engineering

  • Has full knowledge of the Construction Drawings and Contract Specifications and requirements for compliance and accuracy
  • Manage the setting out process including primary and secondary stations
  • Ensure engineering is undertaken accurately and that a robust checking mechanism is in place
  • Allocate Site and Assistant Engineers to specific tasks or sub-sections of work
  • Challenge provided information and the principles behind it and engages with Consultants to manage the development of engineering solutions and designs
  • Takes the lead in resolving engineering and logistical problems and takes a holistic approach to appraise options, considering project wide impacts and opportunities for improvement
  • Carry out basic research to identify engineering systems from outside personal experience Facilitate the introduction and exploitation of new and advancing technology
  • Examine the technical aspects of Value Engineering and consult with wider team
  • Evaluates success of completed work and propose improvements
  • When appointed, undertake the duties of the Temporary Works Coordinator, as defined in the company procedures
  • Support appointed person with activities involving heavy lifting equipment
  • Write proposals and obtain approval of measures for correcting inaccurate/defective work
  • Understand the critical path and plans works around it

    • Health, Safety and Environment

  • Be aware of and understand the requirements of company Health Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures and site plans including Minimum Safety Standards and support the implementation of these and conduct all duties in a manner consistent with these.
  • Manage subcontractors and suppliers to construct the works safely, being assertive in stopping unsafe working
  • Ensure that Task Control Sheets have been issued and are being followed
  • Communicate and act on issues arising from Safety Advisor Reports and Notices
  • Anticipate risks of Environmental damage and formulate prevent strategies
  • Ensure that risk assessments and method statements are being produced / approved and ensure they are being followed throughout the works
  • Proactively encourage the submission of Close Calls and Positive Interventions
  • Monitor and report on health and safety and incident management within area of responsibility

    • Project Management

  • Familiar with the project life-cycle and able to contribute effectively at each stage
  • Develop construction methodology
  • Prepare Short Term Programmes for their areas of work
  • Fully aware of the resource required to effectively complete a section of work
  • Manage site activities to ensure works remain on budget and time
  • Manage all engineering activities related to their section of works
  • Will clearly and effectively delegate works amongst the engineering team to suit capability and will continue to monitor

    • Financial Management

  • Provide input into the evaluation of technical proposals during Subcontract procurement
  • Understand the scope of works and attendances included in Subcontract orders, to support the management of subcontractors
  • Manage site reporting such as record sheets, site instructions etc.
  • Review Daywork Sheets and similar records submitted by subcontractors with the commercial team
  • Preparation of cost estimates for sections of work, as required

    • Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

    Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

    For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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