Purpose of Job As a Principal Engineer you will be a member of a Temporary works engineering and design team supervising and carrying out civil and structural engineering designs for a variety of projects and proposals, that include:- Formwork/falsework Scaffolding Ground shoring /retaining walls / slope stability deep and shallow foundations Hoarding and fencing Working platforms Demolition Construction Methodology / buildability assessments Concrete structures Steel structures across a number of sectors, Highways , Rail, Water, Power, Nuclear and Defence Principal Accountabilities Act as Principal Preparation of design documentation as requested by Lead Engineers. Be responsible for the supervision, preparation, checking and approval of design work in accordance with Company Procedures. Ensure that asset or project discipline engineering activities are executed within budget and schedule, while maintaining technical integrity. Ensure work is carried out in accordance with relevant codes, standards and procedures. Maintain and develop current awareness of relevant codes and standards. Implement company, and where applicable, client/project policies and procedures. Remain abreast of legislative requirements. Make short term visits to sites and offices in the UK and overseas, to support project and proposals needs, for Client liaison, Statutory Undertakers, Building Control, site surveys, third party engineering and design supervision, construction supervision, etc; Be fully aware of legal and organisational responsibilities regarding Health, Safety and Environmental issues with respect to Employees, Contractors, Clients and third parties, ensuring that activities are managed in accordance with Company Policy and Client requirements. Note:- In the above descriptions the term 'design' is used in its broadest sense and covers design calculations, specifications, equipment selection, material selection, contract documentation and enquiry requisition / bid review / purchase requisition for subcontracted construction and fabrication work, and approval of subcontractors and suppliers' documentation. Knowledge and Skills A degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Civil/Structural Engineering or related discipline. Chartered Civil and/or Structural Engineer with significant experience in Temporary works Engineering, Design and Construction. Experience of multiple sectors in construction Roads, Railways, water, nuclear and/or industrial process projects. Good communication and team working ethic.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Purpose of Job As a Principal Engineer you will be a member of a Temporary works engineering and design team supervising and carrying out civil and structural engineering designs for a variety of projects and proposals, that include:- Formwork/falsework Scaffolding Ground shoring /retaining walls / slope stability deep and shallow foundations Hoarding and fencing Working platforms Demolition Construction Methodology / buildability assessments Concrete structures Steel structures across a number of sectors, Highways , Rail, Water, Power, Nuclear and Defence Principal Accountabilities Act as Principal Preparation of design documentation as requested by Lead Engineers. Be responsible for the supervision, preparation, checking and approval of design work in accordance with Company Procedures. Ensure that asset or project discipline engineering activities are executed within budget and schedule, while maintaining technical integrity. Ensure work is carried out in accordance with relevant codes, standards and procedures. Maintain and develop current awareness of relevant codes and standards. Implement company, and where applicable, client/project policies and procedures. Remain abreast of legislative requirements. Make short term visits to sites and offices in the UK and overseas, to support project and proposals needs, for Client liaison, Statutory Undertakers, Building Control, site surveys, third party engineering and design supervision, construction supervision, etc; Be fully aware of legal and organisational responsibilities regarding Health, Safety and Environmental issues with respect to Employees, Contractors, Clients and third parties, ensuring that activities are managed in accordance with Company Policy and Client requirements. Note:- In the above descriptions the term 'design' is used in its broadest sense and covers design calculations, specifications, equipment selection, material selection, contract documentation and enquiry requisition / bid review / purchase requisition for subcontracted construction and fabrication work, and approval of subcontractors and suppliers' documentation. Knowledge and Skills A degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Civil/Structural Engineering or related discipline. Chartered Civil and/or Structural Engineer with significant experience in Temporary works Engineering, Design and Construction. Experience of multiple sectors in construction Roads, Railways, water, nuclear and/or industrial process projects. Good communication and team working ethic.
Our client is one of the UK's leading Tier 1 Principal Contractors, delivering major project solutions across a range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects and as part of long-term framework contracts. This is an exciting, immediate opportunity a Quantity Surveyor to be part of a multi-billion pound, 5 year regional infrastructure framework for the Southwest from the outset. As the ideal candidate, you will be a qualified Quantity Surveyor, with 2+ years' experience working on and delivering either infrastructure (railway, highway, or water etc.) or civil Engineering projects, and able to be office or site based as required. Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities (a full JD can be provided): Develop and commercially manage aspects of a project or packages of work on larger projects from project start up through to close out procedures. Carry out subcontract procurement in accordance with the procurement process and policy. Procure materials and off-site services in an efficient manner and ensure appropriate records are kept. Prepare work package content sheets as part of the project team. Prepare subcontract invitations to tender and evaluate tender returns (time, cost, quality and SHE) and make recommendations to appoint. Maximise cash flow through timely preparation of valuations, submission of invoices and receipt of payment. Assist in the prompt preparation and settlement of final accounts, including variations. Monitor resources and costs to ensure that projects meet and / or exceed targets. Contribute to the production of accurate and timely CVR reports and forecasts. Establish and maintain accurate and robust reporting structures. Ensures that all necessary contractual notices are put in place, timely and accurately and in accordance with contractual obligations. Prepare all necessary subcontract notices accurately and on time, prepare subcontract instructions, and adhere to robust subcontract change control procedures. Prepare timely and accurate payments for authorization, assist in the prompt preparation and settlement of final accounts, including Compensation Events (variations), claims and disputes. Re-measurement and provision of quantified schedules of works and / or bills of quantities. Participate in project close out and archiving. Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management, or relevant degree and experience. Experience of administering NEC forms of contracts. Previous infrastructure sector experience (railway, highway, or water etc.), ideally from a contractor background. Minimum 2-3 years' experience and comfortable working on site. Fully IT literate, Office 365, SAP, and Excel skills essential. Quantity Surveyor Benefits: Opportunity to work for a leading Tier 1 Principal Contractor, that will offer clear opportunity for development and promotion. To work on a 5 year regional infrastructure framework for the Southwest from the outset. Paying between 34,000 - 46,000 depending upon experience. Excellent benefits package, including car or 4,300 car allowance. Opportunity to move onto future major infrastructure and construction projects. If you are interested in this Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Our client is one of the UK's leading Tier 1 Principal Contractors, delivering major project solutions across a range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects and as part of long-term framework contracts. This is an exciting, immediate opportunity a Quantity Surveyor to be part of a multi-billion pound, 5 year regional infrastructure framework for the Southwest from the outset. As the ideal candidate, you will be a qualified Quantity Surveyor, with 2+ years' experience working on and delivering either infrastructure (railway, highway, or water etc.) or civil Engineering projects, and able to be office or site based as required. Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities (a full JD can be provided): Develop and commercially manage aspects of a project or packages of work on larger projects from project start up through to close out procedures. Carry out subcontract procurement in accordance with the procurement process and policy. Procure materials and off-site services in an efficient manner and ensure appropriate records are kept. Prepare work package content sheets as part of the project team. Prepare subcontract invitations to tender and evaluate tender returns (time, cost, quality and SHE) and make recommendations to appoint. Maximise cash flow through timely preparation of valuations, submission of invoices and receipt of payment. Assist in the prompt preparation and settlement of final accounts, including variations. Monitor resources and costs to ensure that projects meet and / or exceed targets. Contribute to the production of accurate and timely CVR reports and forecasts. Establish and maintain accurate and robust reporting structures. Ensures that all necessary contractual notices are put in place, timely and accurately and in accordance with contractual obligations. Prepare all necessary subcontract notices accurately and on time, prepare subcontract instructions, and adhere to robust subcontract change control procedures. Prepare timely and accurate payments for authorization, assist in the prompt preparation and settlement of final accounts, including Compensation Events (variations), claims and disputes. Re-measurement and provision of quantified schedules of works and / or bills of quantities. Participate in project close out and archiving. Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management, or relevant degree and experience. Experience of administering NEC forms of contracts. Previous infrastructure sector experience (railway, highway, or water etc.), ideally from a contractor background. Minimum 2-3 years' experience and comfortable working on site. Fully IT literate, Office 365, SAP, and Excel skills essential. Quantity Surveyor Benefits: Opportunity to work for a leading Tier 1 Principal Contractor, that will offer clear opportunity for development and promotion. To work on a 5 year regional infrastructure framework for the Southwest from the outset. Paying between 34,000 - 46,000 depending upon experience. Excellent benefits package, including car or 4,300 car allowance. Opportunity to move onto future major infrastructure and construction projects. If you are interested in this Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
Construction Jobs
Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
Construction Jobs
Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer. Their HQ is located near Swindon, although this is a hybrid role with working from home arrangements permitted.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunnelling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
My client is a World leading Construction and Civil Engineering Company.
They are presently seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to work out of their Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Their core project areas are;
* Highways
* Structures
* Rail Infrastructure
* Power & Energy
* Tunneling
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary role is to support projects by carrying out a variety of temporary works designs.
The successful individual will in turn will support the training and mentoring of new appointed temporary works designers and graduates working in the Technical Services department.
In addition, the function of all engineers based at head office is to assist with the preparation of tenders as part of the Work Winning team.
This could include:
* Development of methodology and sequence
* Identifying and assessing temporary works
* Logistics planning
* Assessing overhead requirements
* Liaison with the supply chain
* Assisting and advising the bid manager, estimator and planner
* Liaison with Operations teams including project based engineers.
In addition to the primary role our head office engineers have the opportunity to spend time in various technical services functions following assessment.
These include:
* Design Management
* Planning
* BIM
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Brief project staff on company temporary works procedures to the appropriate level
Review project temporary works records and highlight where issues are arising
REQUIRED PROJECT KNOWLEDGE
Must have spent 24 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department
Will have substantial site based construction experience.
Will have good appreciation of supply temporary works capabilities and relevant specialisms.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC
BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary
Company car or generous car allowance
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Training & Progression
Paid holidays to include bank holidays
Principal Design Engineer – Rail/ Civil Engineering
“An exciting opportunity for a rail, civils Principal Design Engineer to join an established and busy design team specialising in civil engineering projects in the rail sector”
Having secured a number of long-term Frameworks with key clients, our client is further expanding their Civil & Structural Design team. We have a number of positions available at various levels for engineers who are committed to delivering the optimum design solution, building on their experience, and furthering their professional development.
The design team consists of specialist designers at various levels of competency responsible for design engineering on a variety of civils, rail and engineering projects and frameworks including CP6, asset management contracts, infrastructure projects and tendered rail / civils schemes.
Projects can typically include bridge re-construction/replacement, upgrades and refurbishments, station work (platforms etc.), access for all schemes, structures including bridges, tunnels and footbridges.
The Role
We are seeking a Principal Engineer for the Design Team to further support the business in undertaking both Permanent and Temporary Works Design across several long-term frameworks that we have secured with a number of major Clients.
This is a lead role within the Design Team, responsible for the technical aspects of engineering projects in addition to programming, resource allocation, budgetary control, managing customer satisfaction, reviews, coaching and recruitment. As Principal Design Engineer, your day to day role will include:
• Provide definitive technical guidance and leadership on engineering solutions
• Lead the resolution of any compliances with CDM Regulations.
• Define the brief, enabling the progression of innovative development of unambiguous
engineering solutions from feasibility through to detailed design.
• Lead the development of design philosophies of engineering solutions, ensuring appropriate
documentation is in place.
• Hold the CRE (Design) role on Network Rail schemes, over a varied range of projects including multi-disciplinary schemes.
• Check and approve design deliverables, including Designer’s Risk Assessments and Decision
Logs.
• Be the lead representative at meetings with internal and/or external Clients and
Stakeholders.
• Ensure work is delivered within the team’s financial, quality and programme targets
• Provide strong leadership and motivation of teams, carrying out scheduled performance and
development reviews for direct reports
• Mentor and coach team members, and input in to succession planning.
• Keep Clients informed of costs or implications of change in a timely manner, and address any
queries/disputes which may arise.
• Assist the Head of Design in the management of the department
• Promote a culture of excellence in the company Design & Engineering towards its customers
Requirements
To excel in this role, you will have previous experience as a Principal Design Engineer in a rail project environment.
• Minimum BEng / BSc Degree level of education.
• Chartered Member of a relevant Professional Body. (e.g. ICE / IStructE)
• Sentinel Personal Track Safety (PTS) competence in both AC and DC.
• Civil engineering project design experience – i.e. bridges, structures, stations, platforms etc.
• Candidates from a rail / civil & structural engineering design background with experience in client, contractor or consultancy organisations will be considered.
The Company
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. The company is renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.
The Remuneration
• Competitive salary and company car/ allowance negotiable dependent upon experience
Nov 09, 2020
Permanent
Principal Design Engineer – Rail/ Civil Engineering
“An exciting opportunity for a rail, civils Principal Design Engineer to join an established and busy design team specialising in civil engineering projects in the rail sector”
Having secured a number of long-term Frameworks with key clients, our client is further expanding their Civil & Structural Design team. We have a number of positions available at various levels for engineers who are committed to delivering the optimum design solution, building on their experience, and furthering their professional development.
The design team consists of specialist designers at various levels of competency responsible for design engineering on a variety of civils, rail and engineering projects and frameworks including CP6, asset management contracts, infrastructure projects and tendered rail / civils schemes.
Projects can typically include bridge re-construction/replacement, upgrades and refurbishments, station work (platforms etc.), access for all schemes, structures including bridges, tunnels and footbridges.
The Role
We are seeking a Principal Engineer for the Design Team to further support the business in undertaking both Permanent and Temporary Works Design across several long-term frameworks that we have secured with a number of major Clients.
This is a lead role within the Design Team, responsible for the technical aspects of engineering projects in addition to programming, resource allocation, budgetary control, managing customer satisfaction, reviews, coaching and recruitment. As Principal Design Engineer, your day to day role will include:
• Provide definitive technical guidance and leadership on engineering solutions
• Lead the resolution of any compliances with CDM Regulations.
• Define the brief, enabling the progression of innovative development of unambiguous
engineering solutions from feasibility through to detailed design.
• Lead the development of design philosophies of engineering solutions, ensuring appropriate
documentation is in place.
• Hold the CRE (Design) role on Network Rail schemes, over a varied range of projects including multi-disciplinary schemes.
• Check and approve design deliverables, including Designer’s Risk Assessments and Decision
Logs.
• Be the lead representative at meetings with internal and/or external Clients and
Stakeholders.
• Ensure work is delivered within the team’s financial, quality and programme targets
• Provide strong leadership and motivation of teams, carrying out scheduled performance and
development reviews for direct reports
• Mentor and coach team members, and input in to succession planning.
• Keep Clients informed of costs or implications of change in a timely manner, and address any
queries/disputes which may arise.
• Assist the Head of Design in the management of the department
• Promote a culture of excellence in the company Design & Engineering towards its customers
Requirements
To excel in this role, you will have previous experience as a Principal Design Engineer in a rail project environment.
• Minimum BEng / BSc Degree level of education.
• Chartered Member of a relevant Professional Body. (e.g. ICE / IStructE)
• Sentinel Personal Track Safety (PTS) competence in both AC and DC.
• Civil engineering project design experience – i.e. bridges, structures, stations, platforms etc.
• Candidates from a rail / civil & structural engineering design background with experience in client, contractor or consultancy organisations will be considered.
The Company
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. The company is renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.
The Remuneration
• Competitive salary and company car/ allowance negotiable dependent upon experience
My client is a leading, privately owned Construction Company. Formed over 50 years ago, the company has grown organically to become a highly established Main/Principal Contractor, providing a range of stand-alone or fully integrated services in Civil Engineering, Building, Sports & Leisure, Demolition, Land Remediation/Restoration, and Rail.
They have been awarded a major project in Swindon and are about to commence work on this prestigious scheme and require an experienced Senior Site Engineer with a firm understanding of Civil Engineering and Building projects.
They are looking for someone ideally with 10+ years’ experience of working on both building and civil engineering projects.
This is a long term requirement anticipated to last until December 2021.
They would consider interest from both permanent or freelance applicants at this time.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist the Site Manager in the initial site set-up, ensuring Company systems and procedures are in place and implemented.
* Rigorously apply effective planning techniques, methods analysis and controls to ensure the most effective and continuous use of resources.
* Assist the Site Manager and Quantity Surveying Department by compiling data to record resources utilised on each activity.
* Support the implementation of strict financial controls on the payment of subcontractors, suppliers and operatives.
* Co-ordinate site engineering control activities to satisfy contract programme requirements, delegating or carrying out setting out as necessary.
* Ensure standard Company procedures are adopted in carrying out setting out operations, and that effective methods of communication are used in transmitting information to operatives and subcontractors.
* Carry out ‘as built’ surveys on completed works.
* Liaise and co-ordinate with all Head Office Departments to improve all levels of communication so as to benefit and develop overall Company objectives.
Experience and Qualifications:
* Standard setting out techniques – ability to use level & EDM. Knowledge of GPS preferred.
* Experience in Civil Engineering projects including earthworks, drainage, roadworks, structures etc
* HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or associated discipline
* CSCS Card
* Health & Safety Qualification
Jul 23, 2020
Permanent
My client is a leading, privately owned Construction Company. Formed over 50 years ago, the company has grown organically to become a highly established Main/Principal Contractor, providing a range of stand-alone or fully integrated services in Civil Engineering, Building, Sports & Leisure, Demolition, Land Remediation/Restoration, and Rail.
They have been awarded a major project in Swindon and are about to commence work on this prestigious scheme and require an experienced Senior Site Engineer with a firm understanding of Civil Engineering and Building projects.
They are looking for someone ideally with 10+ years’ experience of working on both building and civil engineering projects.
This is a long term requirement anticipated to last until December 2021.
They would consider interest from both permanent or freelance applicants at this time.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist the Site Manager in the initial site set-up, ensuring Company systems and procedures are in place and implemented.
* Rigorously apply effective planning techniques, methods analysis and controls to ensure the most effective and continuous use of resources.
* Assist the Site Manager and Quantity Surveying Department by compiling data to record resources utilised on each activity.
* Support the implementation of strict financial controls on the payment of subcontractors, suppliers and operatives.
* Co-ordinate site engineering control activities to satisfy contract programme requirements, delegating or carrying out setting out as necessary.
* Ensure standard Company procedures are adopted in carrying out setting out operations, and that effective methods of communication are used in transmitting information to operatives and subcontractors.
* Carry out ‘as built’ surveys on completed works.
* Liaise and co-ordinate with all Head Office Departments to improve all levels of communication so as to benefit and develop overall Company objectives.
Experience and Qualifications:
* Standard setting out techniques – ability to use level & EDM. Knowledge of GPS preferred.
* Experience in Civil Engineering projects including earthworks, drainage, roadworks, structures etc
* HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or associated discipline
* CSCS Card
* Health & Safety Qualification
Construction Jobs
Stratford and New Town, Greater London
Operation and Maintenance Information Specialist
Purpose of the Job
To support the management of information for handover demonstrating to Operators, Maintainers and industry regulators that they have received all the information needed to accept and safely run project assets.
To facilitate this, we have developed a digital structure and set of template enablers for the delivery of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) information at the facility, Primary Functional Unit (System), Functional Unit (Sub System) and asset/equipment level.
The principle purpose of this role is to assist the Handover Information Manager in implementing the O&M information requirements, supporting the delivery and compliance of information by site teams relating to project assets in this structure.
This role will help ensure a consistent and compliant set of O&M information that enables the operators and maintainers to accept and safely operate project assets.
Principal Accountabilities
* Support the Handover Information Manager in the resolution of issues relating to the capture and management of information required for handover
* Work with and support the O&M Information Coordinator in providing the guidance to project sites in the provision and accurate review of O&M information.
* Participate in, and take lead, resolving issues relating to the delivery of information through processes directly managed by the Handover Information Team.
* Assist Delivery where required in the analysis and management of information required for handover
* Work with the Document Control and Asset Teams following the processes in place for building the digital environment to manage O&M information.
* Input the information and data required for reporting and KPIs on tracking O&M Information submission, review and readiness.
* Facilitate compliance reviews with the Compliance Manager on behalf of the Handover team to ensure that O&M Manual information is compliant with the requirements, as well as reviewing conclusions and reporting any recommendations for improvement.
* Investigate inconsistencies in data and information models, ensuring final metadata and categorisation is compliant with approved Handover model
* Ensure the availability of up to date O&M guidance material, providing guidance and support to all staff on O&M information processes and structure.
* Take minutes at meetings, circulate notes and update actions and concerns lists
* Provide guidance to ensure the virtual structures for Handover in eB are clearly understood and properly utilised by document controllers working within project
Person Specification
* Experience in writing or compiling O&M Manuals is essential
* Managing or being involved with handover of information from delivery to operations in rail industry or other major engineering infrastructure projects is essential
* Experience in working with eB essential and eB Director an advantage
* Knowledge and experience with Information Management principles including the capture of requirements and analysing gaps
* Experience planning and driving meetings involving multiple stakeholders and driving follow-up actions to completion
* Must be a team player with a flexible and can-do approach, strong work ethics, good interpersonal skills and takes initiative
* Good keyboard skills, telephone skills and an excellent standard of spoken and written communication and good competency in numeracy and literacy
* Ability to manage large sets of data in Excel using formulas and use of other advanced features is essential
* Intermediate to advanced use of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher and Outlook
Jul 14, 2020
Operation and Maintenance Information Specialist
Purpose of the Job
To support the management of information for handover demonstrating to Operators, Maintainers and industry regulators that they have received all the information needed to accept and safely run project assets.
To facilitate this, we have developed a digital structure and set of template enablers for the delivery of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) information at the facility, Primary Functional Unit (System), Functional Unit (Sub System) and asset/equipment level.
The principle purpose of this role is to assist the Handover Information Manager in implementing the O&M information requirements, supporting the delivery and compliance of information by site teams relating to project assets in this structure.
This role will help ensure a consistent and compliant set of O&M information that enables the operators and maintainers to accept and safely operate project assets.
Principal Accountabilities
* Support the Handover Information Manager in the resolution of issues relating to the capture and management of information required for handover
* Work with and support the O&M Information Coordinator in providing the guidance to project sites in the provision and accurate review of O&M information.
* Participate in, and take lead, resolving issues relating to the delivery of information through processes directly managed by the Handover Information Team.
* Assist Delivery where required in the analysis and management of information required for handover
* Work with the Document Control and Asset Teams following the processes in place for building the digital environment to manage O&M information.
* Input the information and data required for reporting and KPIs on tracking O&M Information submission, review and readiness.
* Facilitate compliance reviews with the Compliance Manager on behalf of the Handover team to ensure that O&M Manual information is compliant with the requirements, as well as reviewing conclusions and reporting any recommendations for improvement.
* Investigate inconsistencies in data and information models, ensuring final metadata and categorisation is compliant with approved Handover model
* Ensure the availability of up to date O&M guidance material, providing guidance and support to all staff on O&M information processes and structure.
* Take minutes at meetings, circulate notes and update actions and concerns lists
* Provide guidance to ensure the virtual structures for Handover in eB are clearly understood and properly utilised by document controllers working within project
Person Specification
* Experience in writing or compiling O&M Manuals is essential
* Managing or being involved with handover of information from delivery to operations in rail industry or other major engineering infrastructure projects is essential
* Experience in working with eB essential and eB Director an advantage
* Knowledge and experience with Information Management principles including the capture of requirements and analysing gaps
* Experience planning and driving meetings involving multiple stakeholders and driving follow-up actions to completion
* Must be a team player with a flexible and can-do approach, strong work ethics, good interpersonal skills and takes initiative
* Good keyboard skills, telephone skills and an excellent standard of spoken and written communication and good competency in numeracy and literacy
* Ability to manage large sets of data in Excel using formulas and use of other advanced features is essential
* Intermediate to advanced use of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher and Outlook
1. Purpose of the Job
To support the management of information for handover from Crossrail demonstrating to Operators, Maintainers and industry regulators that they have received all the information needed to accept and safely run CRL assets.
To facilitate this, CRL have developed a digital structure and set of template enablers for the delivery of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) information at the facility, Primary Functional Unit (System), Functional Unit (Sub System) and asset/equipment level.
The principle purpose of this role is to assist the Handover Information Manager in implementing the O&M information requirements, supporting the delivery and compliance of information by site teams relating to Crossrail assets in this structure.
This role will help ensure a consistent and compliant set of O&M information that enables the operators and maintainers to accept and safely operate CRL assets.
2. Principal Accountabilities
Support the Handover Information Manager in the resolution of issues relating to the capture and management of information required for handover
Work with and support the O&M Information Coordinator in providing the guidance to CRL project sites in the provision and accurate review of O&M information.
Participate in, and take lead, resolving issues relating to the delivery of information through processes directly managed by the Handover Information Team.
Assist Delivery where required in the analysis and management of information required for handover
Work with the Document Control and Asset Teams following the processes in place for building the digital environment to manage O&M information.
Input the information and data required for reporting and KPIs on tracking O&M Information submission, review and readiness.
Facilitate compliance reviews with the Compliance Manager on behalf of the Handover team to ensure that O&M Manual information is compliant with the requirements, as well as reviewing conclusions and reporting any recommendations for improvement.
Investigate inconsistencies in data and information models, ensuring final metadata and categorisation is compliant with approved Handover model
Ensure the availability of up to date O&M guidance material, providing guidance and support to all Crossrail staff on O&M information processes and structure.
Take minutes at meetings, circulate notes and update actions and concerns lists
Provide guidance to ensure the virtual structures for Handover in eB are clearly understood and properly utilised by document controllers working within Crossrail
3. Main challenges of the job
* Ensuring Crossrail get consistent and reliable O&M information from multiple contractors and diverse supply chain
* Understanding and managing the scale and diversity of the information model in Crossrail
* Assisting in implementing effective processes of controlling data and information within eB
* Ensuring the various organisations and departments are engaged and providing the input to the areas for which the information owner is responsible
* Undertaking specific handover activities consistently and in a timely fashion, which will often require getting and processing appropriate information from others
* Undertaking specific administrative tasks accurately and reliably to meet the specified requirements
* Controlling a workload from diverse areas to meet conflicting deadlines
* Responding quickly to changing priorities and deliver professional results to tight deadlines, supporting handover coordination across contracts within Crossrail
4. Dimensions & Interfaces (both internal and external)
* All staff in Department team and the Technical Directorate
* Corporate and Delivery Teams within the CRL integrated organisation
* Attend and arrange meetings with Stakeholder’s representatives
* Attend and arrange meetings with Tier 1 Contractors and their suppliers
5. Person Specification
* Experience in writing or compiling O&M Manuals is essential
* Managing or being involved with handover of information from delivery to operations in rail industry or other major engineering infrastructure projects is essential
* Experience in working with eB essential and eB Director an advantage
* Knowledge and experience with Information Management principles including the capture of requirements and analysing gaps
* Experience planning and driving meetings involving multiple stakeholders and driving follow-up actions to completion
* Must be a team player with a flexible and can-do approach, strong work ethics, good interpersonal skills and takes initiative
* Good keyboard skills, telephone skills and an excellent standard of spoken and written communication and good competency in numeracy and literacy
* Ability to manage large sets of data in Excel using formulas and use of other advanced features is essential
* Intermediate to advanced use of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher and Outlook
Jul 14, 2020
1. Purpose of the Job
To support the management of information for handover from Crossrail demonstrating to Operators, Maintainers and industry regulators that they have received all the information needed to accept and safely run CRL assets.
To facilitate this, CRL have developed a digital structure and set of template enablers for the delivery of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) information at the facility, Primary Functional Unit (System), Functional Unit (Sub System) and asset/equipment level.
The principle purpose of this role is to assist the Handover Information Manager in implementing the O&M information requirements, supporting the delivery and compliance of information by site teams relating to Crossrail assets in this structure.
This role will help ensure a consistent and compliant set of O&M information that enables the operators and maintainers to accept and safely operate CRL assets.
2. Principal Accountabilities
Support the Handover Information Manager in the resolution of issues relating to the capture and management of information required for handover
Work with and support the O&M Information Coordinator in providing the guidance to CRL project sites in the provision and accurate review of O&M information.
Participate in, and take lead, resolving issues relating to the delivery of information through processes directly managed by the Handover Information Team.
Assist Delivery where required in the analysis and management of information required for handover
Work with the Document Control and Asset Teams following the processes in place for building the digital environment to manage O&M information.
Input the information and data required for reporting and KPIs on tracking O&M Information submission, review and readiness.
Facilitate compliance reviews with the Compliance Manager on behalf of the Handover team to ensure that O&M Manual information is compliant with the requirements, as well as reviewing conclusions and reporting any recommendations for improvement.
Investigate inconsistencies in data and information models, ensuring final metadata and categorisation is compliant with approved Handover model
Ensure the availability of up to date O&M guidance material, providing guidance and support to all Crossrail staff on O&M information processes and structure.
Take minutes at meetings, circulate notes and update actions and concerns lists
Provide guidance to ensure the virtual structures for Handover in eB are clearly understood and properly utilised by document controllers working within Crossrail
3. Main challenges of the job
* Ensuring Crossrail get consistent and reliable O&M information from multiple contractors and diverse supply chain
* Understanding and managing the scale and diversity of the information model in Crossrail
* Assisting in implementing effective processes of controlling data and information within eB
* Ensuring the various organisations and departments are engaged and providing the input to the areas for which the information owner is responsible
* Undertaking specific handover activities consistently and in a timely fashion, which will often require getting and processing appropriate information from others
* Undertaking specific administrative tasks accurately and reliably to meet the specified requirements
* Controlling a workload from diverse areas to meet conflicting deadlines
* Responding quickly to changing priorities and deliver professional results to tight deadlines, supporting handover coordination across contracts within Crossrail
4. Dimensions & Interfaces (both internal and external)
* All staff in Department team and the Technical Directorate
* Corporate and Delivery Teams within the CRL integrated organisation
* Attend and arrange meetings with Stakeholder’s representatives
* Attend and arrange meetings with Tier 1 Contractors and their suppliers
5. Person Specification
* Experience in writing or compiling O&M Manuals is essential
* Managing or being involved with handover of information from delivery to operations in rail industry or other major engineering infrastructure projects is essential
* Experience in working with eB essential and eB Director an advantage
* Knowledge and experience with Information Management principles including the capture of requirements and analysing gaps
* Experience planning and driving meetings involving multiple stakeholders and driving follow-up actions to completion
* Must be a team player with a flexible and can-do approach, strong work ethics, good interpersonal skills and takes initiative
* Good keyboard skills, telephone skills and an excellent standard of spoken and written communication and good competency in numeracy and literacy
* Ability to manage large sets of data in Excel using formulas and use of other advanced features is essential
* Intermediate to advanced use of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher and Outlook
Bridge engineer needed for a contract position initially working from home
My client is a design consultancy within the rail sector and are looking for civil/ structural engineer who has good experience with bridge design
As the Bridge Engineer you would participate within a team of Rail Structures and Civil Engineers to undertake civil and structural task which would be principally focused around Rail bridges as well as platforms, culverts and lineside structures
The candidate will need to have experience from consultancy background and is experienced in either Highways or Rail related bridge design projects, so therefore conversant in structural analysis, design and modelling software.
This job will be working from home and laptop will be provided, the office is based in Sheffield and you will be expected to work from the office when it fully reopens however the company are not planning to do this until at least September
Requirements
- Experience of the Eurocodes
- To have experience working on detailed design stages for either rail or highway bridge schemes
- Experience working on Network Rail bridge design schemes as well as lineside civils and structures
To be proficient in structural analysis and design software in relation to bridges such as Midas, Superstress or similar
Jun 23, 2020
Bridge engineer needed for a contract position initially working from home
My client is a design consultancy within the rail sector and are looking for civil/ structural engineer who has good experience with bridge design
As the Bridge Engineer you would participate within a team of Rail Structures and Civil Engineers to undertake civil and structural task which would be principally focused around Rail bridges as well as platforms, culverts and lineside structures
The candidate will need to have experience from consultancy background and is experienced in either Highways or Rail related bridge design projects, so therefore conversant in structural analysis, design and modelling software.
This job will be working from home and laptop will be provided, the office is based in Sheffield and you will be expected to work from the office when it fully reopens however the company are not planning to do this until at least September
Requirements
- Experience of the Eurocodes
- To have experience working on detailed design stages for either rail or highway bridge schemes
- Experience working on Network Rail bridge design schemes as well as lineside civils and structures
To be proficient in structural analysis and design software in relation to bridges such as Midas, Superstress or similar
Vertical Recruitment is working closely with an award winning civil, structural, rail and transportation consultancy. One of the largest independently owned consultancies in the UK with offices across several major cities.
Due to continued expansion of the Building Structures group there now exists an excellent opportunity for a Senior to Principal level Structural Engineer to join the team in South Manchester.
Responsibilities
Ensure effective and efficient project delivery
Ensure a consistent and high quality output for all project deliverables
Support the Associate Director in the general management of the team.
Maintain client relationships
Promotion of the core Practice principals
Duties
Management of project delivery and job running
Building and site surveys to consider existing structural stability and future requirements
Design calculations and report writing for building structures of all types
Working with clients, end users, design team members including junior engineers, architects, QS's, M&E engineers and the like
Team support
Technical input and output on projects including calculations; specification; drawings, schedules, reports, etc.
Site inspection and verification
Attributes/Skills
Effective programme and time manager capable of running multiple projects
Articulate, concise and clear communicator
Qualitative decision maker
Motivational, enthusiastic.
Committed and creative team player
Technical proficiency and innovator
Able to take initiative
Qualifications
Professional qualification in related discipline and membership of professional institution MIStructE or MICE.
Experience
Portfolio of completed work demonstrating excellent design skills and construction knowledge across a wide range of sectors and project values
Management experience in both project delivery and personnel relations
Scheme development through RIBA Work Stages 1 to 7
Proficiency with IT software including Autodesk products, Structural design software i.e. Tekkla, Microsoft Office and Outlook
Benefits
25 days annual holiday plus all Bank Holidays
Company pension scheme
ICE Accredited Training Scheme
Company funded social events and social committee
Flexible working hours
Cycle to work scheme
Free tea, coffee and fruit every day
Showers, changing rooms and secure bike storage
Payment or contribution to vocational training courses
Requests for extended holidays or sabbaticals are considered favourably
Jun 08, 2020
Permanent
Vertical Recruitment is working closely with an award winning civil, structural, rail and transportation consultancy. One of the largest independently owned consultancies in the UK with offices across several major cities.
Due to continued expansion of the Building Structures group there now exists an excellent opportunity for a Senior to Principal level Structural Engineer to join the team in South Manchester.
Responsibilities
Ensure effective and efficient project delivery
Ensure a consistent and high quality output for all project deliverables
Support the Associate Director in the general management of the team.
Maintain client relationships
Promotion of the core Practice principals
Duties
Management of project delivery and job running
Building and site surveys to consider existing structural stability and future requirements
Design calculations and report writing for building structures of all types
Working with clients, end users, design team members including junior engineers, architects, QS's, M&E engineers and the like
Team support
Technical input and output on projects including calculations; specification; drawings, schedules, reports, etc.
Site inspection and verification
Attributes/Skills
Effective programme and time manager capable of running multiple projects
Articulate, concise and clear communicator
Qualitative decision maker
Motivational, enthusiastic.
Committed and creative team player
Technical proficiency and innovator
Able to take initiative
Qualifications
Professional qualification in related discipline and membership of professional institution MIStructE or MICE.
Experience
Portfolio of completed work demonstrating excellent design skills and construction knowledge across a wide range of sectors and project values
Management experience in both project delivery and personnel relations
Scheme development through RIBA Work Stages 1 to 7
Proficiency with IT software including Autodesk products, Structural design software i.e. Tekkla, Microsoft Office and Outlook
Benefits
25 days annual holiday plus all Bank Holidays
Company pension scheme
ICE Accredited Training Scheme
Company funded social events and social committee
Flexible working hours
Cycle to work scheme
Free tea, coffee and fruit every day
Showers, changing rooms and secure bike storage
Payment or contribution to vocational training courses
Requests for extended holidays or sabbaticals are considered favourably