Overview
SECTION ENGINEER - Permanent Opportunity
DIVISION - Civil Engineering
LOCATION - Didcot, Oxfordshire
As the Graham business continues to grow and develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Section Engineer to work on a major Highways development in Oxfordshire.
Responsibilities
* Undertake the management and mentoring of Site Engineers.
* Provide technical support and guidance to site workers and site engineers.
* Regularly check and monitor setting out compliance with site engineers.
* Support the Site Agent in driving forward the construction phase of the project.
* Liaise with the Site Agent, Project Manager and others to manage, control and allocate project resources.
* Compile and review work package plans and other management plans.
* Report and resolve any on-site issues or conflicts promptly and effectively.
* Monitor and report on contractual requirements and progress.
* Manage site documentation and maintain accurate records.
* Ensure effective communication and collaboration between all project stakeholders.
* Assist in the preparation of project budgets and cost estimates.
* Liaise with local authorities and regulatory bodies as required.
* Communicate with commercial staff to ensure records are prepared in a timely fashion.
* Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are being complied with.
* Participate in project meetings and provide updates on section progress.
* Compile daily activity briefings and complete site diary as required.
* Assist in managing Quality and Environmental plans on site.
* Ensure quality control and adherence to project specifications.
* Work to the Graham IMS and promote a safety culture with the entire site team.
Job Description notes
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Site Agent and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Personal Specification
Technical Competencies
Essential
* Strong work ethic
* Demonstrate previous experience in a similar role
* Demonstrate strong communication skills
* Technically competent
* Basic knowledge of NEC
* HNC or higher in Civil Engineering
Desirable
* Experience working on Highway Schemes
* Experience managing one site or a section of a larger site as part of a wider team
* Strong planning skills
* CPCS Appointed Person for Lifting trained
* Temporary Works Coordinator trained
* Proficient in use of Autocad
Health & Safety
* Understand duties and responsibilities with regards to current Health & Safety / CDM legislation
* SMSTS
* First Aid at Work
Behavioural Competencies
* Effective communication: adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports.
* Problem solving: assess outcomes with attention to detail.
* Initiative: work unsupervised, promote efficient use of resources and new ways of working.
* Team player, honest, loyal and committed.
* Planning and prioritising: set objectives and foresee opportunities and problems.
* Adaptability: manage change and stay flexible.
* Results orientation: focus on objectives and drive progress.
Benefits and Commitment
Our Commitment: Graham is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunity for all applicants and employees. Adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process are welcome. If you need this document in an alternative format, contact us at the details below.
* Email: [email protected]
* Phone: 07384 916355
We are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria. For Disability Confident arrangements, contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, at the email and phone above.
We can only consider applications from individuals eligible to live and work in the UK. A basic disclosure may be requested where security clearance is required.
About You
Not Specified
Seniorities and Type
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Construction
Site Agent - Civil Engineering opportunities in Oxfordshire are listed for reference.
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