Pre-Construction Engineer

ZipRecruiter; St Albans; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative construction company is seeking a skilled Pre-Construction Engineer to contribute to exciting projects. This full-time role involves establishing survey control, producing accurate site records, and resolving technical challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction methods and health and safety regulations, along with proficiency in using advanced surveying tools. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a company pension, private medical insurance, and opportunities for career progression through training and flexible working arrangements. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in construction!

Benefits

Company Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

25 days annual leave

Company car or car allowance

Leadership training

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in setting out on civil engineering projects is essential.
• Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Establish level and survey control for projects.
• Produce accurate site records and procurement schedules.
• Promote best practices in health, safety, and quality.

Skills

Setting out on civil engineering projects

Construction methods knowledge

Health and safety regulations

Communication skills

Proactive and results-oriented

Education

Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

Robotic total stations

EDM instruments

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

We are working with a top-tier construction company that is looking to employ a Pre-Construction Engineer on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities:

1. Establish level and survey control for projects and accurately set out detailed works per contract drawings.
2. Ensure regular checks and verification of setting out are conducted.
3. Produce accurate site records, including allocation sheets, site diaries, drawing registers.
4. Resolve unexpected technical challenges as they arise.
5. Produce procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement team to ensure adequate site resources.
6. Develop Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and task briefings.
7. Produce two-week lookahead schedules in collaboration with the Site Agent.
8. Promote best practices in health, safety, environmental compliance, and quality.
9. Ensure defect-free delivery of works and maintain high standards of workmanship.
10. Identify and highlight value engineering opportunities.

Essential:

• Previous experience in setting out on civil engineering projects.
• Sound understanding of construction methods, health and safety, and relevant legal regulations.
• Fully conversant in using robotic total stations or EDM instruments.
• Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong communication skills.
• Proactive and results-oriented with a positive approach.

Desirable:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Experience with temporary works coordination.
• CSCS card.
• Cable avoidance training.
• First aid certification.
• NEBOSH or IOSH training.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Company Pension.
• Private Medical and life insurance.
• 25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Leadership and management training and coaching.
• Regular line management engagement and appraisals to support your career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements.

The salary is indicative and based on experience.