About the Role
EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial 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. We are seeking to recruit a Freelance Sub Agent to join our Highways team based at our Southam Site.
As a Sub Agent you will assist with the construction strategy, including kick-off meetings and pre-commencement documentation such as Method Statements, Environmental and Quality Plans, Construction programmes, procurement and design deliverable schedules. This position will liaise with the Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works to carry out activities to the required standards, programme and budget. The Sub Agent will also manage the site engineering team and be responsible for the performance and development of site and Section Engineers. Assisting with the co-ordination of construction operations to ensure compliance with contract requirements and the required level of safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) is a key part of this role. It will also assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting, site measurement, material reconciliations and cost control.
Responsibilities
* Assist with construction strategy and pre-commencement documentation (Method Statements, Environmental and Quality Plans, Construction programmes, procurement and design deliverable schedules).
* Coordinate with the Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works.
* Manage the site engineering team and oversee the performance and development of site and Section Engineers.
* Ensure construction operations conform to contract requirements and SHEQ standards.
* Contribute to programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans; support financial forecasting, site measurement, material reconciliations and cost control.
Qualifications
* HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent.
* Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of site engineering activities with construction supervision skills.
* Previous experience in large-scale highways projects is essential.
* Good team skills.
* Must hold a full UK driving license and have access to your own vehicle.
* SMSTS.
* Valid CSCS card, either Black, Gold, White, White/Yellow, Red Experienced or Red Provisional (6 months).
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 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, being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. We welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities and offer a collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture with a competitive salary and benefits.
Pre-employment checks
We will undertake relevant standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up references, checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may 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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