Sub Agent (Civils)

TN United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Civil Engineer to contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects at Heathrow Airport. This role involves overseeing engineering operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and leading a team of site engineers. You will play a pivotal role in managing subcontractors and coordinating with commercial staff to maintain project timelines and quality. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and sustainability, where you can make a significant impact on vital infrastructure developments.

Qualifications

• Experience at section engineering level in civil and services.
• Knowledge of commercial and contractual aspects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in civil engineering operations ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Manage and mentor site engineers to uphold high engineering standards.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Site Supervision

Health and Safety Compliance

Cost Management

Stakeholder Management

People Management

Contractual Knowledge

Flexibility

Airport Operations Experience

Subcontractor Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers

Tools

Cost Management Systems

Risk Assessment Tools

Job description

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Ferrovial Construction is the engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested, with a workforce of approximately 96,000 employees and a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years of experience. We are a Spanish multinational company operating in four divisions: Airports, Highways, Construction, and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial is committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions to create value for society, clients, investors, and employees.

Ferrovial Construction Ltd UK has 7 major infrastructure projects across the UK, including HS2, Silvertown (STT), Heathrow (H7), Norwich Western Link, Thames Tideway (TTT), Northern Line Extension (NLE), and Farringdon.

Our core values are: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity, and Respect. We pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, which brings a mix of local talent and international expertise, fostering innovation and setting new standards of excellence.

Ferrovial embraces diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all employees and encouraging candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

The Project

Ferrovial Construction has been working at Heathrow Airport for over 10 years, delivering complex infrastructure projects with high standards of quality, safety, and environmental care. Our focus on design and build projects has helped refine our management procedures in response to Heathrow’s Employer’s Requirements and our internal systems.

Since joining Heathrow’s framework in 2014, we have delivered various airside and landside projects, such as new taxiways, rehabilitated taxiways, the southern runway, redevelopment of sterile and grass areas, and replacement of critical assets like fire mains, fuel mains, and HV ducts. Currently, we are rehabilitating assets with expired design lives and planning future runway resurfacing projects, engaging with stakeholders to deliver value for money.

The Role

Assist the Agent in civil engineering operations, ensuring adherence to Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards. Lead the engineering and site supervision team on a specific section of the project.

Key responsibilities

Duties will include:

• Comply with company policies and procedures, such as method statements, risk assessments, and briefings, setting a personal example in health, safety, quality, and environmental matters.
• Support the Agent in operating the cost management system and producing programmes.
• Manage, supervise, and mentor site engineers to ensure high engineering standards and proper record-keeping.
• Coordinate with commercial staff to ensure timely preparation of measurement and payment records.
• Liaise with the Agent to allocate labour, plant, materials, and design schemes for temporary works.
• Advise the Agent of potential commercial or contractual liabilities.
• Manage the ordering process and supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure service delivery and compliance with company policies.
• Promote company values in dealings with employees, clients, subcontractors, and external contacts.
• Prepare and deliver daily activity briefings and maintain relevant records.

Key skills and experience

• Successful experience at section engineering level (on-site), including civil and services.
• Knowledge of commercial and contractual aspects.
• Experience working in a cost-conscious environment.
• People management experience.
• Experience managing subcontractors.
• CSCS card.
• Flexibility.
• Airport or critical area experience.
• Experience in an international organization.
• Stakeholder management skills.
• Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers or equivalent.

Please note that this job description does not encompass all activities and employees may be asked to undertake other reasonable duties.