Site Engineer

Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM (EKFB); Buckingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

EKFB is recruiting a Site Engineer in Buckingham to support civil engineering works for HS2. The role involves liaising with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials, and ensuring works meet standards, programme and budget.

You will work with the setting-out team, guide junior engineers, and coordinate with subcontractors to satisfy contractual requirements while developing on-site processes and reporting progress.

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Working towards ICE membership.
• Experience in heavy structures or drainage is essential.
• CSCS card is required (Black, Gold, White, White/Yellow, Red Experienced or Red Provisional).
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Allocate labour, plant and materials with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman.
• Monitor and coordinate subcontractors to meet contractual requirements.
• Assist with programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans, and forecasting.
• Support setting-out team and develop junior engineers on site.

Skills

Site Engineering

Construction supervision

Heavy structures experience

CSCS card

Driving licence

Education

Civil/Construction engineering degree

ICE membership in progress

Job description

About The Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood.

We're looking to recruit a Site Engineer, to join our team in the Buckingham area.

Key part of this role is to 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.

You will be responsible for work with the other team members of the setting-out team and be responsible for the performance and development of the junior engineers and also for identifying and resolving technical problems on site in liaison with the senior team and Sub-Agent. You will be monitoring and coordinating subcontractors in the performance of their works, ensuring they are completed to the contractual requirements.

In addition, you will ensure that the team have all current information and resources required to carry out their duties. You will be required to assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting.

About You

Key Skills and Qualifications

• HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institute membership (ICE)
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills
• Experience in heavy structures or drainage 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

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high-speed rail projects.

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment Checks

It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

NB . BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).