Tunnelling Engineer - TBM & Ground Mechanics Specialist

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned civil engineering company in Birmingham is seeking a Civil Engineer to manage underground construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in tunneling and project management. Additional qualifications like SMSTS training and IOSH certification are preferred. This role requires expertise in construction methods, risk assessment, and effective communication with clients. A commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing is essential, in line with the company's culture.

Benefits

Commitment to equality and diversity

Health and safety initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years working in an underground environment on Earth Pressure Balance Tunnel Boring Machines.
• Experience as the Person in Charge (PIC).
• Understanding of soil and rock mechanics principles.

Responsibilities

• Designing and overseeing tunnel construction.
• Monitoring construction progress and compliance with safety regulations.
• Liaising with clients and engineering teams.

Skills

Construction management

Technical expertise

Project planning and budgeting

Collaboration and communication

Design and analysis

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural or Mechanical)

SMSTS trained

IOSH Managing Safely in Construction

CSCS Card

Tools

Plaxis

Finite element analysis programs

Job description

A family-owned civil engineering company in Birmingham is seeking a Civil Engineer to manage underground construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in tunneling and project management. Additional qualifications like SMSTS training and IOSH certification are preferred. This role requires expertise in construction methods, risk assessment, and effective communication with clients. A commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing is essential, in line with the company's culture.