Methods Manager

JR United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Taunton is hiring a Project Engineer to join their Methods Team on a major project. You will develop safe construction methods, support large-scale projects, and work collaboratively with various teams. The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree, has experience in large construction projects, and possesses strong analytical and communication skills. Competitive rewards and progression opportunities await you.

Benefits

Flexible benefits tailored to lifestyle

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree qualified, preferably with a construction-related Professional membership.
• Experience on large construction projects (£100 million+).
• Knowledge of the full Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Developing practical, efficient, and safe construction methods.
• Support the methods team including reviewing constructability.
• Monitor technical risks of the project.

Skills

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Coordination Skills

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

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We're hiring an experienced construction professional to join our Methods Team on a major new contract with Sir Robert McAlpine, delivering a cutting-edge £800 million + 15GWh lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility.

The Methods Team is a dedicated pre-construction function that is vital in reducing safety, construction, and commercial risks.

Across the country, you'll find iconic landmarks built by Sir Robert McAlpine, including Cornwall's Eden Project, the Wales Millennium Centre, Birmingham's Bullring, and London's Emirates Stadium.

By joining us now, you can play your part in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 155-year legacy. Our family-owned business offers opportunities to achieve more in your career while proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Pre-Construction Buildability – Project Engineer role

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, the Project Engineer will focus on developing practical, efficient, and safe construction methods. As a growing discipline in the UK, it offers strong progression opportunities.

You'll be responsible for supporting the ‘methods' team, including:

• Reviewing and contributing to the constructability of the permanent design.
• Drawing up the structural works execution strategy.
• Developing a preparation schedule for Methods and Plant.
• Participating in technical/price studies for different construction solutions for the structure.
• Setting execution methods (methods sequencing, operating procedures, phasing, cycles) in line with the Programme and the Quality-Safety-Environment rules.
• Carrying out studies regarding site installations and lifting equipment, working closely with the lifting team.
• Determining all plant resources needed for steelwork erection, cladding installation, M&E logistical movements, and safety.
• Monitoring and inspecting manufacturers of special plant/equipment: consultation, ordering, checking calculation notes and fabrication drawings, acceptance in factory, dummy assembly, packaging.
• Managing the Methods technicians/engineers and draughtsperson.
• Monitoring technical risks (Methods) of the project.

Your profile

• Engineering Degree qualified, preferably with a construction engineering industry-related Professional membership (e.g., ICE, IStructE, MCIOB).
• Experience working on large construction projects (£100 million+).
• Knowledge of the full Microsoft Office suite.
• AutoCAD skills to review or sketch designs are preferred, but the ability to learn software quickly with training is acceptable.
• Strong coordination and negotiation skills.
• Technical knowledge with a commercial mindset.
• Methodical, authoritative, tenacious, and responsible.
• Business capabilities include: Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving, Decision Making, Influencing & Negotiation, Interpersonal Ability, Planning & Organising, Technology & Process, Verbal and Written Communication.

Rewards

We are ready to invest in your future with wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle and priorities.

Join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to being a truly inclusive employer. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you're part of a group underrepresented in construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to reflect the diversity of society. As a family-run business with strong family values, we aim to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for all team members.