Project Overview
Be part of a major aviation project in the Greater London area that will redefine the future of air travel and delivery excellence. We’re building a dynamic team to plan and deliver complex, high‑impact work, at the heart of one of the region’s most innovative and fast‑moving developments. If you’re motivated, hands‑on, and thrive in the energy of large‑scale infrastructure and aviation projects, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.
Job Summary
As part of the Construction Delivery Team, this role will support the Development Consent Order (DCO) process, providing construction planning, constructability reviews, work‑packaging, logistics, and supply‑chain assessments. The Construction Engineer will work alongside the Senior Construction Engineer to ensure scope, schedule, and quality requirements are met safely and efficiently.
Major Responsibilities
* Contribute to constructability reviews and optimise construction sequencing, logistics, and methodology.
* Coordinate with engineering and design consultants to align construction requirements in deliverables.
* Develop site layouts, temporary works strategies, logistics, and phasing plans for construction in a live operational environment.
* Assist in developing overall construction execution plans, staffing strategies, and resource estimates.
* Collaborate with Procurement and Supply Chain to develop construction packaging and delivery strategies.
* Embed health, safety, and environmental (HSE) considerations in all design and planning stages.
* Review and monitor quality control plans during design and construction phases.
* Maintain awareness of design evolution, scope changes, and their impacts on methods, costs, and schedules.
* Contribute to cost estimates, budgets, risk assessments, and progress reporting.
* Provide guidance and mentorship to project and field personnel, promoting a culture of safety, collaboration, and excellence.
* Establish a design/field engineering working relationship and communication lines with the Project Engineer.
* Coordinate with design on constructability issues.
* Review project controls documents on cost and schedule progress.
* Ensure the Zero Accident Philosophy is incorporated into all construction operations.
* Maintain adherence to budgets, schedules, and work plans.
Education and Experience Requirements
* ‹b›Bachelor’s or master’s degree› in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
* Relevant work experience in construction methods, procedures, and sequencing for civil and airfield works.
* Experience working on projects within live operational facilities.
* Strong knowledge of HSE requirements with a proven track record of promoting a safe working culture.
* Interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate across multiple disciplines and stakeholders.
* Demonstrated technical leadership and problem‑solving under pressure.
Required Knowledge and Skills
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional registration.
* Experience in aviation, airfield, or major transportation infrastructure projects.
* Knowledge of UK construction and safety regulations, including CDM requirements.
* Experience with NEC contract administration and project delivery frameworks.
* Prior experience in planning and executing brownfield projects in live environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
If reasonable adjustments are needed for an open position, please apply to ensure we can provide an environment where each and every candidate can thrive.
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