Tunnelling Engineers

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled engineer to lead the design and construction of underground tunnels. This role involves overseeing complex projects, ensuring they meet safety standards and specifications while managing budgets and timelines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management and technical expertise in tunneling. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes health, safety, and wellbeing, and be part of a team that is committed to excellence in civil engineering. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects and make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Benefits

Health and Safety training

Career development opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Support for reasonable adjustments

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in underground environments with TBM expertise.
• Proficient in construction management and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee construction of underground tunnels and systems.
• Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring safety compliance.

Skills

Construction management

Technical expertise in ground mechanics

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

Location: HPC

Key Responsibilities:

Designing, planning, and overseeing the construction of underground tunnels, including managing technical aspects like soil and rock mechanics analysis, structural design, and construction methods to ensure projects are completed safely, within budget, and to required specifications, often working on large-scale transportation or infrastructure projects like highways, railways, and water conveyance systems.

Required Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Construction management:

• Overseeing the construction process, including selecting appropriate excavation methods (e.g., TBM, Sequential Excavation Method)
• Monitoring construction progress and ensuring compliance with safety regulations
• Coordinating with contractors and other engineering disciplines

Technical expertise:

• Applying knowledge of ground mechanics, structural engineering, and construction techniques specific to tunneling
• Assessing potential risks and developing mitigation strategies
• Contributing to design reports, technical specifications, and contract documents

Project planning and budgeting:

• Developing project timelines and cost estimates
• Managing project budgets and ensuring cost-effective construction

Collaboration and communication:

• Liaising with clients and other engineering teams
• Presenting technical information and project updates to relevant parties
• Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics principles
• Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g., Plaxis, finite element analysis programs)
• Experience with tunnel construction methods and project management
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Awareness of safety regulations related to underground construction

Design and analysis:

• Performing geotechnical investigations to assess soil and rock conditions
• Designing tunnel structures, including lining systems, support of excavation (SOE) methods, and ventilation systems
• Utilizing specialized software for numerical modeling and stress analysis

Specialization options:

• Tunnel ventilation engineer: Designing and managing ventilation systems within tunnels
• Tunnel lining engineer: Focusing on the design and installation of tunnel lining segments
• TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine) engineer: Expertise in operating and maintaining Tunnel Boring Machines

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor degree or equivalent in an Engineering discipline (preferably Civil, Structural or Mechanical)
• SMSTS trained (Mandatory)
• IOSH Managing Safely in Construction (Preferable but not mandatory)
• CSCS Card
• 3+ years working in an underground environment on Earth Pressure Balance Tunnel Boring Machines
• Previous experience working as the PIC (Person in Charge)

Company Background

The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.

LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed
We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at [e-mail].