MEICA Site Manager
As a MEICA Site Manager, you will be responsible for the management of the construction site to achieve the required project delivery while maintaining standards of health and safety, quality, environmental impact, and cost control. You will support the Electrical and Mechanical Installation engineers in the preparation of technical project documentation, including commissioning plans, ITPs and quality assurance records.
You will be responsible for the delivery of various projects, to the specified quality, the required programme and to the maximum commercial performance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Contracts Manager/Project Manager, mechanical and electrical engineers and quantity surveyors to ensure that projects are completed in a safe manner whilst customer requirements and expectations are always maintained or exceeded.
Barhale’s civil engineering and infrastructure projects vary in value, complexity and duration, from £200k to £10m+. You will be essential in driving efficiencies within the scope of work, driving MEICA elements of work, and providing a high standard of project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of projects in the Civils and Water sectors, taking the lead in delivering the MEICA elements of work.
* Management and supervision of MEICA installation works, providing clear direction and guidance to the team.
* Lead a team of Sub Agents, Engineers, and Foreperson to deliver work safely and to specified quality.
* Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, RAMS, ITP, and Waste Management Plans, where specified.
* Prepare and maintain comprehensive MEICA project documentation, including Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
* Assist the production of MEICA installation plans, inspection plans and training manuals.
* Coordinate with Mechanical and Electrical Installation Engineers to carry out Site Acceptance Testing and Telemetry commissioning.
* Provide support in reviewing Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) and commissioning strategies.
* Support completion of MEICA installation and commissioning records and diaries ensuring all progress is recorded for O&M manuals.
* Ensure the commercial performance of the contract is maximised.
* Produce and manage the project construction programme and 2‑week look‑ahead.
* Produce procurement schedules and liaise with procurement to ensure adequate resources.
* Support the design team and assist in the preparation of MEICA designs ensuring compliance with regulations.
Client interface
* Represent the business to customers, public, and official bodies.
* Deliver products to customer requirements and satisfaction.
* Liaise with the customer to ensure successful commissioning.
Cost control
* Populate and manage the Barhale cost plan for the project.
* Maximise project value and maintain commercial tension.
* Maintain detailed site diaries and records.
* Identify value engineering opportunities.
Reporting
* Produce accurate monthly reports internally and for the client.
* Chair weekly site meetings in line with company procedures.
Key Measures and Targets
* Meet reporting timescales and adhere to business unit objectives.
* Ensure 3‑pillar KPI and client measures are met.
* Maintain accurate forecasting and mitigate commercial risk.
* Produce high‑quality commercial documentation and foster excellent supply chain relationships.
Essential Requirements
* Experience in MEICA and civil engineering environments as a Site Agent for a contractor, delivering projects in a highly regulated environment.
* Working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management and cost control.
* Excellent communication and organisation skills.
* City & Guilds – Level 3 Certificate in the requirements for electrical installations BS7671 18th edition 2382‑18.
* City & Guilds 2365 Electrical C&G – AM2 qualification.
* Knowledge of specifications and testing regimes relevant to general civil engineering.
* Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
* Formal Mechanical Engineering Qualification (C&G/NVQ level or similar).
* Industrial MEICA installation background with some commissioning experience.
* CSCS Card.
* IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS.
* Temporary works Coordinator qualification.
* Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems.
* Strong leadership qualities and natural problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to prioritise varied workload and demonstrate good time management.
Desirable
* CEng MICE or equivalent.
* Knowledge of Primavera P6 software.
* Knowledge of JCT and NEC contract forms.
* Familiarity with WIMES Standards.
* Experience working within the water & wastewater utilities industry.
* 2394 & 2395 Inspection & Testing qualifications.
* City & Guilds Combined 2391‑52 initial and periodic inspection & testing qualifications.
* LV or HV training or experience.
* Thames Water Safety Passport.
* EUSR Water Hygiene card.
* CP1/2 – Confined Space qualification.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* Company pension.
* Life assurance.
* Private medical.
* 25 days annual leave plus 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days.
* 8 hours volunteering.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice.
* Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position).
* Leadership & management training and coaching.
* Regular line‑management engagement and appraisal.
* Internal and external training support.
* Continuous service awards.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Construction
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