Site Engineer

Our client is a major Building and Civil Engineering Contractor operating throughout the UK

They now have a requirement for an experienced Site Engineer to join their team in Dumfries on a £30 million plus civil engineering flood protection scheme

Although initially based on the project in Dumfries the successful individual will be happy to travel and work throughout the UK.

Taking into account the above home location is flexible and if working away from home a very competitive accommodation and subsistence package is on offer.

Flood protection schemes, infrastructure, port/harbour and marine experience would be beneficial

Responsibilities

The primary role is to take full responsibility and accountability for ensuring and delivering all aspects of a civil engineering project. The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills.

Responsible for following and implementing company procedures, inspections and forms

Ensure all site activities are undertaken in compliance with company SHEQ policies and procedures

Ensure subcontractors, designers, clients, staff and visitors are inducted and approved risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are in place

Setting out and levelling using GPS and/or total station equipment

Build strong relationships with management and supply chain

Record, submit and monitor non-conformance reports (NCR) and maintain the NCR register.

Ensure drawings, specifications and other contract documents are kept up to date

Ensure that the project programme is available and communicated to the supply chain prior to work commencing

With the assistance of the site agent develop short term look ahead programmes in collaboration with the supply chain

Produce weekly / monthly progress reports, as appropriate.

Communicate programme risks to the management team and maintain records for contractual correspondence

Ensure accurate daily records are maintained and communicated for labour, material and plant, including Sub-contractors.

Ensure the management team are kept appraised of variations to the works and any matter likely to have commercial or contractual implications.

The Individual

HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent in a related field

Full UK Driving Licence

Excellent technical knowledge of civil engineering and best practices.

The successful candidate will be happy to travel and work throughout the UK

Desirable

BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering or equivalent in a related field