Building a sustainable tomorrow
BAM UK & Ireland's Infrastructure Segment have an exciting opportunity for a Section Engineer to join our team on the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project in Peterhead, Scotland.
The EGL2 project is a landmark development in the UK’s transition to renewable energy. It involves the creation of a 525kV, 2GW high-voltage direct current (HVDC) subsea transmission cable, connecting Peterhead, Scotland, to Drax, England. As part of this ambitious infrastructure scheme, BAM Infrastructure will be delivering the engineering works for the two HVDC converter stations — one of which is located in Peterhead.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a major energy project that will contribute significantly to the UK’s net zero targets, while working within a skilled and dedicated project team. If you're interested in playing a key role in one of the most significant energy infrastructure projects in the UK, we’d love to hear from you.
Your team
* This role will be located at our Peterhead, Scotland, project office.
* BAM operates a flexible working policy
* People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial.
Making Possible
* Communicate with foremen and gangers to ensure full understanding of the information provided.
* Confirm in writing any verbal instructions received from the client/designer / RE’s staff and ensure that comprehensive records of resources employed on additional works are maintained.
* Arrange formal checking of setting out and ensure check request form is completed.
* Ensure reasonable survey book standards and daily diaries are maintained by engineers.
* Ensure that inspection and test plans are completed and digitally recorded.
* Prepare 4 weekly programmes in conjunction with the section foreman.
* Monitor 4 weekly programme, mark up progress for review at the weekly site review meeting.
* Prepare written risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works.
* Keep a full and accurate daily site diary.
* Carry out material take off and requisitions as requested by sub agent/agent.
* Ensure all delivery tickets are cost-coded and passed to finance team for processing.
* Ensure that testing/sampling of materials is carried out as required by the specification.
* Supervise chainperson, assistant and site engineers.
* Monitor the work to ensure that any unsafe work conditions and non-compliance with company policies and procedures are promptly remedied.
* Maintain good working relations with the client/designer / RE, together with our supply chain.
* Advise engineers on setting out methods and techniques.
* Ensure that the 3D information drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for the construction of the works, and formally request any missing information.
* Ensure that works are accurately and clearly set out before work is programmed to commence.
What do you bring to the role?
* Degree, HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent NVQ Level
* CSCS Level - Academically or Professionally Qualified Person/Supervisory/Manager
* SSSTS
The following are desirable requirements:
* Successful experience at site engineer level
* Qualified to ICE Technician or Incorporated (preferred) level or equivalent
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary
* A wide range of family-friendly policies
* Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
* 8 % matched pension contributions
* Private healthcare
* Life assurance
* 26 days holiday
* 2 wellbeing days
* 1 volunteering day
* Personal and professional development
About BAM
Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
The application process
For more information about the vacancy and our projects, please contact Kirstin Alexander, Recruiter, BAM UK & Ireland (Infrastructure), Email: kirstin.alexander@bam.com
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.