Section Engineer

Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Milton Keynes seeks a Section Engineer to supervise site engineering for HS2 projects. You will manage site setting-out teams and ensure compliance with contractual requirements while assisting in the design of temporary works. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree, CSCS card, and experience in construction supervision. Offering competitive salary and benefits, apply today to be part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Knowledge and practical application of site engineering.
• Experience with utilities, earthworks, heavy structures, or drainage is essential.
• Hold a full driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site engineering team from construction to close out.
• Assist with temporary works design and coordinate subcontractors.
• Monitor performance and development of Site Engineers.

Skills

Site Engineering activities

Construction supervision skills

Utilities experience

Earthworks experience

Heavy structures experience

Drainage experience

Full driving license

CSCS card

SSSTS/SMSTS certification

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering

Job description

About The Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. We’re looking to recruit a Section Engineer to join our team based in Calvert.

You will report to the Sub Agent and supervise the site engineering team from construction to close out. Assisting with temporary works design schemes, you will liaise with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant and materials to carry out works activities to the required standards, programme and budget. You will be responsible for managing the site setting-out team and for the performance and development of the Site Engineers and for identifying and resolving technical problems on site in liaison with the Sub-Agent. You will monitor and coordinate subcontractors in the performance of their works, ensuring they are completed to the contractual requirements. You will ensure that the team has all current information and resources required to carry out their duties, and you will assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting.

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today. In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link. We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment checks: It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)

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About You

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institute membership(ICE)
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills
• Experience in utilities, earthworks, heavy structures or drainage is essential for this role
• You must hold a full driving license and have access to a vehicle
• You must hold a CSCS card (White, White-Yellow, Red - Experienced, Black - Manager or Gold - Supervisor)
• You must hold a SSSTS/SMSTS