Senior Site Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Site Engineer to oversee and manage daily site operations while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. The successful candidate will possess a degree in engineering and relevant experience in the construction industry, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. This role is pivotal in delivering projects safely and successfully, contributing to a culture of high standards and quality control on site.

Qualifications

• Relevant construction experience on similar projects.
• Membership in a relevant Professional Institution.
• Full Clean Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Manage site daily, supervising labor force and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Prepare As-built drawings and technical reports.

Skills

Safety management

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Technical knowledge

Education

Degree in engineering

Job description

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• Read and understand the Company's Safety Statement and ensure that it is brought to the notice of any employee under your control.
• Ensure that information affecting the health and safety of any person on a proposed site is brought to the attention of the Regional Director/Project Manager/Site Agent in particular (but not limited to).
• Underground services.
• Ground conditions affecting the stability of excavations or safety of operatives (soil, water table, toxic substances, gases, etc.).
• Report to Site Manager any unsafe situation observed whilst on site.
• Carry out your own work in a safe manner, take precautions when working on or near public roads or water, wear any necessary protective clothing or equipment.
• Ensure that records are maintained of any underground services laid on site and that, wherever possible, these are defined by marker posts and signs during the construction period.
• Ensure that any design calculations/temporary works certificates for bespoke scaffolds, falsework, etc. are independently checked.
• Should the Project Manager/Site Agent be absent, the Site Engineer will assume this temporary role regarding Health and Safety and Environmental Issues.
• Be familiar with the company's HSQE management systems.
• Be familiar with current statutory requirements related to HSE Legislation or know where to find the correct information.
• Be familiar with the Form of Contract on the Project and understand the implications of any variation or change orders on the program and costs.
• Understand the project program and the implications of any overrun concerning costs and manpower.
• Check and understand Specifications, Drawings, and other Contract Documents.
• Set out, level, and survey the site in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.
• Prepare As-built drawings, technical reports, site diaries.
• Liaise with the purchasing department to ensure purchase orders specify requirements accurately.
• Requisition materials and plant.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors, site supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, and the general workforce involved in the project.
• Manage the site daily, supervising and monitoring the labor force and subcontractors.
• Plan the work and organize plant and site facilities to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager/planner regarding the construction program and constraints.
• Ensure compliance with all safety requirements.
• Resolve technical issues with employer’s representatives, suppliers, subcontractors, and authorities.
• Maintain quality control according to company procedures, method statements, quality plans, and inspection/test plans.
• Check materials and work in progress for compliance with requirements.

About You

Requirements:

• A degree in engineering or equivalent experience demonstrating competency in the role.
• Membership in the relevant Professional Institution.
• Relevant construction experience and a track record on similar projects, with a commitment to safety and environmental standards.
• Full Clean Driving License.
• Authorized to work in the UK.

We do not require any assistance from Agencies at this time. No unsolicited CVs please.