Senior Engineer / Section Engineer

• Understanding of engineering principles
• Technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
• Some civil / MEICA construction experience.
• Design Management experience
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).
• Water or similar background
• Degree/HNC level qualification in a relevant engineering subject
• Relevant CSCS Card
• Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management
• Current Driving Licence

• Temporary works coordination experience, confined space working, lifting operations, scaffold management.
• Civils and Commissioning phase experience
• Ability to take charge of section of large site or sole responsibility for smaller site
• Hold or be working towards APM Introductory Certification
• Vocational Training (successful experience at engineer level)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer / Section Engineer to join our Thames Water Framework.

• Communicate with Key Alliance partners and subcontractors
• Take a lead in the establishment of the site and overall delivery of the project supporting the team & management as required.
• Work effectively and efficiently alongside other members of the delivery team to support them in their role.
• Effective engagement with stakeholders and 3rd parties. (land owners etc)
• Keep accurate site records identifying any variances or issues and provided feedback to line managers.
• Assist in project design co-ordination and distribution of documentation relevant to the site works.
• Hold specific site based responsibilities as determined at project level, typically permits to work.
• Be willing to hold site based co-ordination and subcontract manager roles relevant to your knowledge & experience as determined at site level, or as defined by the project management team.
• Support other team members to ensure liaison between the different site disciplines and subcontract managers is free flowing and works are co-ordinated effectively.
• Assist & support in the preparation, implementation & maintaining of formal QA / QC documentation on site including Inspection Test Plans and Check sheets.
• Assist & support in the completion & co-ordination of regular mandatory & regulatory inspections for the project as directed, including SHE, LOLER, PUWER etc.
• Assist in development, monitor & report on 5-6 week look ahead schedules inclusive of the supply chain and other stakeholders (on APHEX).
• As required, prepare or approve and then implement Risk Assessments & Method Statements for directly resourced works.
• Plan and procure materials & plant as required for works on site as required and ensure efficient use / stocks are maintained provide feedback and identification of any issues in a timely manner.
• Manage direct reports, reviewing their performance, duties and support their development
• Ensure that all engineering, measurement, sub-contract works are undertaken in accordance with the conditions and requirements of the contract.
• Promote continuous improvement in everything undertaken and share good practice within the project, back to Costain centre and to the wider industry.
• Attend / arrange weekly co-ordination, progress and programme / resource meetings as required
• Monitor and drive SHE performance, ensuring all health and safety regulations are adhered to
• Play a key role in the management and communication

• Frontline and project supporting roles available.