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Summary of 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.
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
Engineering
Confidently makes decisions based on engineering judgment and with knowledge of the full range of impacts. Anticipates problems and proactively resolves them and delivers work beyond customer expectation.
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 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
BIM
Understanding and implementation of BIM and BIM Level 2 processes including; the value, benefits and investment, supporting documentation and standards and the barriers of implementation. Appreciation of the value of high quality data and the principles of data management along with the controls required to protect the security of the digitally built assets for the project and across the organization
Senior Engineer (Construction)
- Location: Chesterfield
- Salary: negotiable
- Job Type:Permanent
Posted over 1 year ago
- Sector: Built Environment
- Contact: Jennifer Zoller
- Contact Email: jzoller@nrl.co.uk
- Contact Phone: 0191 415 3300
- Start Date: 29 August 2022
- Expiry Date: 08 September 2022
- Job Ref: DaXtra_3971846
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.
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
Engineering
Confidently makes decisions based on engineering judgment and with knowledge of the full range of impacts. Anticipates problems and proactively resolves them and delivers work beyond customer expectation.
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 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
BIM
Understanding and implementation of BIM and BIM Level 2 processes including; the value, benefits and investment, supporting documentation and standards and the barriers of implementation. Appreciation of the value of high quality data and the principles of data management along with the controls required to protect the security of the digitally built assets for the project and across the organization