About The Role
At EKFB we’re shaping Infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) bring 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're looking for a Precast Quality Assurance Manager to join our Routewide team based in Milton Keynes.
In this role, you will be precasting quality lead for the programme of works. Primarily focused upon the precasting of concrete elements at subcontractor's facilities (generally in Northen Europe).
Prior to subcontract award, you will provide advice to the Project Team and assist in any subcontractors' reviews. From subcontract award, coordinate the quality deliverables (e.g. ITP/WPS/Certification) from the subcontractor and coordinate review and approval of any necessary documents.
During the manufacturing process, arrange regular reviews of the precasting facilities and provide reports including General progress vs program, Quality of the precast elements and any quality issues. Reports need to distributed to ensure the Project Team responsible are fully informed of the progress of the precast manufacturing.
You will manage the specialist precasting inspection consultancy who are providing inspection and testing services across all the precasting factories. You will allocate assignments and the necessary reports and also raise any concerns arising from subcontractor visits and coordinate the resolution of these concerns.
In addition, you will address queries from the Project Teams regarding delivered precast elements, provide technical advice to the Project Teams regarding precast installation and support knoweldge share within EKFB.
About The Candidate
Key Skills and Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in technical project compliance roles (design/engineering), ideally in large scale projects.
- Substantial experience in manufacturing, handling and erection of precast elements.
- Qualified Engineer (MICE CEng preferred) or equivalent professional qualification.
- Ability to self-manage workload and to prioritise conflicting requirements.
- Ability to consisely report technical, quality and progress information.
- Strong communication skills at multiple organisation levels, internally and externally.
- Ability and willingness to travel regularly to the subcontractor's precasting facilities and to visit site offices as required
- Full and clean driving licence and access to a vehicle is required for this role
About The Company
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 of the works 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 and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today.
In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.
EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment checks:
It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also 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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