Materials Engineer

Carmichael Uk; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Materials Engineer for a significant highways project in Cambridgeshire. This role involves managing materials, ensuring compliance with specifications, and coordinating with various teams to deliver quality results. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in material engineering, particularly in earthworks and highways specifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a major civil engineering project while enhancing your skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in material engineering, especially in earthworks and highways.
• Knowledge of highways specifications and standards for material testing.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate with teams and subcontractors for project delivery.
• Supervise testing and report on compliance for quality sign-off.

Skills

Material Engineering

Compliance Management

Testing and Quality Assurance

Site Coordination

Job description

CarmichaelUK are seeking a Materials Engineer to work on a Tier 1 highways project in Cambridgeshire.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing material, testing and ensuring compliance with works information.
• Coordinate with site team, laboratory subcontractors, client inspectors and the supply chain to ensure that the works are delivered according to specifications and design requirements
• On-site coaching and training for the delivery team to help understand processes and requirements
• Supervise testing, review results and report on compliance in preparation for quality sign off and handover
• Conduct site briefings and prestart check-ins prior to the commencement of work
• Ensure inspections and tests are carried out according to ITP's
• Produce Non-conformance reports when works do not comply

Requirements:

• Experience related to material engineering with a focus on earthworks and highways specification 600
• Relevant material engineering experience on civil engineering projects, preferably major highways schemes
• Knowledge of highways specifications and standards relevant to material testing