Assistant Materials Engineer

About the role

The purpose of the role is: To provide support to the materials engineering and laboratory teams for the
marine and tunnels package. There are a significant number for trials and associated technical deliverables to
be produced for various works packages, this role will assist in coordinating these trials and production of their
deliverables. During the main works package this role will assist in ongoing testing and quality management
activities, execution of demonstration areas and management of the laboratory testing services

What you'll be doing

To assist with technical support to the project team, including specialist materials engineering input
and support the delivery of value engineering opportunities.
• Support the project delivery teams, providing expert technical support in materials engineering
design, assurance and management
• Provide materials testing services during project delivery
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant materials engineering consultants and suppliers,
managing their input in the design, development, pricing and delivery of technical solutions on site
and in tenders
• Support the materials team in materials risk management, identifying and recording best practice and
areas for improvement on contracts
• Maintain personal expertise and knowledge to ensure that the materials team is at the forefront of the
industry both technically and in using the latest technologies and standards
• Assist where requested, audits of construction and materials including testing and ensure all meet
project specifications and relevant standards
• Resolve material technical issues in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure procedures and quality systems are applied
• Be aware of Designers obligations of CDM
• Mentor members of the team to deliver high performance and a culture of continuous improvement
• Assist in challenging the specifications/proposals and re-engineering to develop alternative value
engineered proposals
• Provide procurement strategies for both the re-use, purchase and disposal of materials

Who we're looking for

Essential
• Professional Experience in Civil/Structural/Materials Engineering
• Knowledge of framework procurement principles
• Good interpersonal/communication skills
• Ability to collect, manage and present data in a clear manner
Desirable
• Knowledge of construction materials (Concrete, Grout)

Professionally qualified (or working towards) (FGS, MICE)
• Desire for continuous improvement and development
• Quick learner
• Well organised
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
• Relevant experience in Civil/Structural/materials engineering
• CSCS Card holder
• Full UK driving licence
Desirable
• Degree educated.
• Experience working within a laboratory environment or civil engineering projec

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we want everyone to be able to thrive and achieve their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. We're making great progress through our Value Everyone DEI Action Plan, but we know we've got more to do. Find out more about our values and DEI initiatives.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We are committed to our processes being barrier-free and will support adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please let the recruiter for this role know if you require any adjustments.

We're looking to continually improve our recruitment process, so if you have any feedback, please share this with us via candidaterecruitmentenquiries@balfourbeatty.com