Freelance Site Engineer - Civil (Rail & Earthworks)

EKFB; Buckingham; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

EKFB is recruiting a freelance Site Engineer to join our Buckingham team on an 80km HS2 civil works project. You will liaise with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials, supervise earthworks, drainage and utilities, monitor subcontractors and support programme and cost forecasting while ensuring site standards and safety.

The role requires an HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent, a CSCS card, full driving licence and a proactive approach

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institutemembership(ICE)
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills
• Experience in Earthworks and/or Drainage and/or Utilities is essential for this role.
• CSCS card is required (Black, Gold, White, White/Yellow, Red Experienced or Red Provisional (6 months))
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle required

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials to carry out works activities to the required standards, programme, and budget.
• Work with the setting-out team and supervise junior engineers, resolving technical problems with the senior team.
• Monitor and coordinate subcontractors to ensure works meet contractual requirements.
• Assist with production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting.
• Ensure the team has current information and resources to perform their duties.

Skills

Site Engineering

Construction Supervision

Earthworks & Utilities

CSCS Card

Driving Licence

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering

ICE Membership (in progress)

Job description

EKFB is recruiting a freelance Site Engineer to join our Buckingham team on an 80km HS2 civil works project. You will liaise with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials, supervise earthworks, drainage and utilities, monitor subcontractors and support programme and cost forecasting while ensuring site standards and safety.

The role requires an HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent, a CSCS card, full driving licence and a proactive approach