Contracts Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contracts Engineer to join their close-knit team in Birmingham. This permanent opportunity offers a competitive salary and the chance to grow into a contracts manager role. The ideal candidate will have a BEng in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering and a solid understanding of Geotechnical Standards. You will work collaboratively on various projects, from estimation to delivery, while also engaging in business development. This role provides a unique blend of site and office work, making it perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy building lasting relationships.

Benefits

Company Car/Allowance

Flexible work approach

Qualifications

• BEng in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering required.
• Good knowledge of Geotechnical Standards for construction.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on Estimation, Design, and Project Management.
• Support design stages and attend client meetings.
• Engage in ongoing business development.

Skills

Geotechnical Standards

Communication Skills

Project Management

Estimation

Design Concepts

Education

BEng in Geotechnical Engineering

BEng in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Job Role: Contracts Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Opportunity: Permanent
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

I am currently working with a family run Piling & Foundations business looking to expand their presence in the midlands by adding a Contracts Engineer to their close knit Birmingham Office.

The growth opportunities in this position are there with the view to develop this role into a contracts manager role with junior staff. The team work very well together and make time to socialise together outside the office. Being a small team this is a "all hands on deck" position with support needed across Design, Estimation, Project Management & more.

Key responsibilities for this Contracts Engineer role:
- Working collaboratively with the team on Estimation, Design, Project Management and costings.
- Working on tenders and pre-starts before taking over projects to run through to delivery.
- Supporting in design stage of the project, qualifying designs before sign of by the senior Geotechnical engineer.
- Being flexible in your approach and willing to learn other areas of the business to contribute to the branch success.
- Use of technical knowledge to give quotations and advice on plans.
- Attending client meetings, representing the business and bringing solutions to issues.
- On going business development seeking out new projects and building long lasting relationships in the area.
- 50% Site and 50% office based work.

Key requirements for this Contracts Engineer role:
- Must have a BEng in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering
- Good working knowledge of Geotechnical Standards and applicability to the construction and residential sectors.
- Able to build lasting relationships and communicate clearly.
- Experience in groundworks, earthworks, piling or foundations is preferred.
- Good understanding of design concepts and able to adjust plans.

Package on offer for this Contracts Engineer Role:
- Salary up to £45,000 D.O.E
- Company Car/Allowance to be discussed.
- Flexible approach to work.