Site Engineer

Strabag International; Radlett; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A large civil engineering company in Radlett is seeking an ambitious Site Engineer to lead on a major project at SEGRO Logistics Park. The role entails managing site activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and quality control of construction procedures. Candidates should hold a degree in Civil Engineering and possess experience in infrastructure projects. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to reducing carbon emissions through innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Promotes sustainability and health

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Engineer on civils infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of Project Procedures.
• Understanding of safety procedures and recognition of hazards.

Responsibilities

• Manage site activities to ensure timely quality control procedures.
• Produce and review inspection test plans to ensure quality controls.
• Communicate effectively with workforce and subcontractors.

Skills

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline

SMSTS or SSSTS

Experience delivering earthworks packages

Ability to read and understand drawings

Strong knowledge of project procedures

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

If you are an ambitious Site Engineer looking for a new challenge on a large scale Civil Engineering project and would like to help shape future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

What matters to us

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• SMSTS or SSSTS (desirable)
• Proven experience as a Site Engineer on civils infrastructure projects
• Strong, demonstrable experience delivering earthworks packages (bulk earthworks, cut & fill, embankments, haul roads, drainage interfaces, groundworks)
• Knowledge of Project Procedures.
• Ability to set priorities and exercise flexibility where necessary.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, schematics, and construction documents.
• Understanding of safety procedures and recognition of hazards.

Your contribution to our company

We are seeking an ambitious Site Engineer to help deliver our contract for the Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI) at SEGRO Logistics Park Radlett.

• Located at the former Radlett Aerodrome site in Hertfordshire, SEGRO Logistics Park Radlett will deliver a state-of-the-art rail freight terminal complete with extensive distribution warehouses and over 600 acres of enhanced green space.
• The development aims to shift freight transportation from road to rail, significantly reducing carbon emissions and road congestion.
• Construction is anticipated to take place over the next three years.
• The scheme also promises numerous community and environmental benefits, including biodiversity net gain, employment and training opportunities, and integrated transport improvements.

Requirements:

• Implement the relevant requirements of the Project Safety Management Systems within their area of responsibility.
• Managing and coordinating the site activities to ensure all setting‑out and quality control procedures are performed in a timely and efficient manner, so as not to impede the construction programme.
• Ensure that only the latest available information is used on site (Drawings and Specifications). Be conversant with this information.
• Produce / Review ITP’s to ensure quality controls are aligned with specification requirements.
• Implement these ITP’s during the control of the works, including the completion of inspections and records thereof.
• Complete and/or review RAMS for the control of the works ensuring that all necessary documentation, as required by these statements and plans, is produced in a timely manner.
• Communicate with Superintendents, foremen, gangers, workforce and sub‑contractors to ensure full understanding of information provided.
• Issue permits in accordance with the Control of Work Procedure (where trained and appointed to do so).
• Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes / variations, subcontractors’ attendance, and records of work‑related discussions with client / designer / project team.
• Adherence to Strabag policies and procedures.
• Attendance and contribution to Daily Co‑ordination meetings and Start of Shift briefings.
• Contribute to the planning of activities through development of the 4‑weekly programme. Monitor progress against this programme and communicate concerns to the Superintendent.
• Co‑ordinate surveying requirements with the site surveyors, including control establishment, setting‑out and volumetric checks.
• Promotes and ensures adherence to Management of Change procedures and ensure no works are undertaken without an assessment being in place.
• Undertake planned and ad‑hoc H&S inspections and ensure findings are communicated to the appropriate action owner.
• Ensure environmental controls are adequately assessed and implemented to all tasks through coordination with the environmental team.

What you stand to gain

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

This happens after the successful application

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents

2. Decision, whether to invite an applicant to an interview

3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position

4. Welcome to STRABAG SE– clarifying the offer and the final details regarding the candidate’s entry

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