Jones Bros Civil Engineering
Senior Engineer (Havant Thicket Reservoir)
Job Location
Havant, United Kingdom
Job Description
The Role
We are looking for an individual to join our team on a major UK construction project as a site-based Project Senior Engineer starting at the Havant Thicket Reservoir Project, Hampshire reporting directly to the Project Manager and Contract Manager. Working in a team, the successful candidate will support the management and delivery of the Havant Thicket Reservoir Project.
You will be working within a flexible organisation where self-motivated and practical problem solvers will thrive. We will help you develop your knowledge and experience further, by providing plenty of exposure to a variety of matters in a supportive working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Manage site engineers and ensuring all surveying, setting out and volume checks are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with the specification
Interpolating GI data, designs, and specifications to produce accurate quantities & earthworks phasing 3D models.
Management of all machine control setup, operation including 3D modelling and on-site accuracy
Maintaining excellent communication and reporting to QA & project manager to ensure compliance with specification testing frequencies based on actual earthwork volumes.
Monitoring earthworks progress and accurately reporting weekly volumes to senior management.
Mentoring apprentice engineers to ensure career progression and improve skill level.
Support and promote innovation and new technology relating to earthwork operations.
Ensuring all activities are completed safely in compliance with the companys health and safety & environmental policies and procedures.
Supporting in the preparation of quality, environmental and H&S construction plans in a timely manner.
Supporting the planning, measuring, monitoring and reviewing of contract progress throughout the projects lifespan and ensuring the projects budgets and programme is met.
Completing and ensuring the accurate setting out and surveying of all aspects of the works.
Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and ensuring the accurate construction of the works in accordance with client requirements.
Providing sufficient and accurate information to the site Works Management to ensure timely construction of the works.
Assisting with ensuring adequate plant, labour and subcontract and material resources are available in a timely manner to comply with the projects timescales.
Assisting with the process of ensuring the timely procurement and payment of suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with company procedures and monitoring their performance including financial throughout the project.
Identifying potential problem areas, and financial impact, in sufficient time to ensure adequate provisions have been made within forecast accounts.
Assisting with the resolution of contractual issues with both clients and suppliers while also maintaining a good relationship.
What we are looking for:
Degree or HND in Civil Engineering
Demonstrable leadership skills and experience in a similar role
Strong computer literacy and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, CAD, LSS surveying packages
Excellent knowledge of Topcon/Trimble/ Leica machine control / calibrations including set up / applications
Attention to detail ensuring maximum accuracy.
Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques using GPS and Total Stations
Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, as well as an aptitude to develop emerging and new client relationships.
Experience of managing and mentoring junior engineers.
Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.
Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, including writing and presentation of reports, preparing business management documents, and presenting information in meetings with clients and other parties.
The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
The ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in both mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines supported by strong organisational skills.
Excellent communicator, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt communication style to suit different circumstances.
Full UK Driving Licence is also required.
More generally, you will need to be committed, reliable, flexible both in terms of UK travel (and staying away overnight where required) and range of tasks performed and possess a good team-working ethic.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Discretionary Project Performance Bonus
Company Vehicle/Car Allowance
Company contributing pension scheme subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
REF-218 369
Location: Havant, GB
Posted Date: 11/29/2024
We are looking for an individual to join our team on a major UK construction project as a site-based Project Senior Engineer starting at the Havant Thicket Reservoir Project, Hampshire reporting directly to the Project Manager and Contract Manager. Working in a team, the successful candidate will support the management and delivery of the Havant Thicket Reservoir Project.
You will be working within a flexible organisation where self-motivated and practical problem solvers will thrive. We will help you develop your knowledge and experience further, by providing plenty of exposure to a variety of matters in a supportive working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Manage site engineers and ensuring all surveying, setting out and volume checks are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with the specification
Interpolating GI data, designs, and specifications to produce accurate quantities & earthworks phasing 3D models.
Management of all machine control setup, operation including 3D modelling and on-site accuracy
Maintaining excellent communication and reporting to QA & project manager to ensure compliance with specification testing frequencies based on actual earthwork volumes.
Monitoring earthworks progress and accurately reporting weekly volumes to senior management.
Mentoring apprentice engineers to ensure career progression and improve skill level.
Support and promote innovation and new technology relating to earthwork operations.
Ensuring all activities are completed safely in compliance with the companys health and safety & environmental policies and procedures.
Supporting in the preparation of quality, environmental and H&S construction plans in a timely manner.
Supporting the planning, measuring, monitoring and reviewing of contract progress throughout the projects lifespan and ensuring the projects budgets and programme is met.
Completing and ensuring the accurate setting out and surveying of all aspects of the works.
Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and ensuring the accurate construction of the works in accordance with client requirements.
Providing sufficient and accurate information to the site Works Management to ensure timely construction of the works.
Assisting with ensuring adequate plant, labour and subcontract and material resources are available in a timely manner to comply with the projects timescales.
Assisting with the process of ensuring the timely procurement and payment of suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with company procedures and monitoring their performance including financial throughout the project.
Identifying potential problem areas, and financial impact, in sufficient time to ensure adequate provisions have been made within forecast accounts.
Assisting with the resolution of contractual issues with both clients and suppliers while also maintaining a good relationship.
What we are looking for:
Degree or HND in Civil Engineering
Demonstrable leadership skills and experience in a similar role
Strong computer literacy and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, CAD, LSS surveying packages
Excellent knowledge of Topcon/Trimble/ Leica machine control / calibrations including set up / applications
Attention to detail ensuring maximum accuracy.
Highly competent in surveying and setting out techniques using GPS and Total Stations
Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, as well as an aptitude to develop emerging and new client relationships.
Experience of managing and mentoring junior engineers.
Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.
Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, including writing and presentation of reports, preparing business management documents, and presenting information in meetings with clients and other parties.
The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
The ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in both mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines supported by strong organisational skills.
Excellent communicator, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt communication style to suit different circumstances.
Full UK Driving Licence is also required.
More generally, you will need to be committed, reliable, flexible both in terms of UK travel (and staying away overnight where required) and range of tasks performed and possess a good team-working ethic.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Discretionary Project Performance Bonus
Company Vehicle/Car Allowance
Company contributing pension scheme subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
REF-218 369
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Location: Havant, GB
Posted Date: 11/29/2024
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