Site Engineer

Maxim Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor is seeking a Site Engineer HS2 to oversee the construction of a Ventilation Shaft in Central London. This key role ensures compliance with Health and Safety regulations while managing site operations. Ideal candidates will have a background in large civil engineering projects and hold a relevant degree, contributing to the prestigious HS2 project valued at around £2 billion.

Benefits

Flexible working

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience on major civil engineering projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction process.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day work site activities.
• Work with subcontractors on safety documentation.
• Liaise with Site Foreman for safety adherence.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Commercial understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction, civil engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

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Successful Site Engineer HS2 candidate will be involved in the construction of the Ventilation Shaft based in Central London. The work will involve large diameter shaft construction using segmental / sprayed concrete lining and RC structures.

Site Engineer will ensure that the Health Safety, Environmental Policies and Procedures are effectively communicated to the workforce and implemented on the iconic HS2 project.

Suitable Site Engineer HS2 candidates will have previous experience with a large civil engineering contractor or sub-contractor.

Responsibilities and Duties

Site Engineer HS2 duties and responsibilities:

• Day to day work site coordination and planning to ensure the works are carried out safely and efficiently
• Working with subcontractors to ensure the timely preparation of Risk Assessment Method Statements, Inspection and Test Plans, Permits, Consents, etc., for the works and that these are implemented.
• Ensuring Permit to Dig, Temporary Works, and other safety systems are implemented
• Liaison with the Site Foreman to ensure adherence to safe methods of work.
• Ensuring all temporary works needs are identified sufficiently early and completed in accordance with the relevant procedures.
• Ensuring all quality checks are carried out in accordance with the ITPs and properly recorded.
• Managing non-conformance reports and ensuring non-conformances on site are addressed until complete.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Previous experience gained on major civil engineering projects, preferably large diameter shaft construction using segmental / sprayed concrete lining and RC structures.
• Good level of safety and environmental awareness
• Good understanding of commercial aspects including contract documentation, scopes of work, additional work, and record keeping
• Able to work on own initiative, taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes clearly
• Strong work ethic
• Must be a strong team player with developed communication skills
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Good understanding of specifications and tolerances
• Strong knowledge of the construction process
• CSCS card

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, civil engineering, or a related discipline

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The successful Site Engineer HS2 candidate will join an established main contractor on the iconic HS2 project. This leading joint venture consortium JV is delivering a major portion of the tunnelling across London for High Speed 2 (HS2).

The value of the project is around £2 billion, with works due for completion around 2025.

This employer encourages flexible working.

Professional development, such as subsidised further study or payment of professional membership fees, is available for suitable candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives