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Senior preconstruction engineer

Nacton
CWA
Engineer
Posted: 4 May
Offer description

What will you do?
* Assist the Project and Package Managers in day-to-day tasks during the pre-construction phase
* In depth review of subcontractor design deliverables including management plans, drawings, 3D models, risk registers, and construction plans
* Generate site installation drawings, time slices, and 4D construction sequences using CAD or BIM software
* Support pre-construction design and methods development into construction delivery:
* Support construction methodology solutions development in-line with design development
* Support the development of construction sequencing following Method-led Construction principles
* Support the integration of temporary works design with permanent works design through the application of sound engineering principles
* Develop the concept temporary works schemes required, draft design briefs and review temporary works design deliverables
* Develop logistics strategies and support Subcontractors developing logistic management plans for delivery of the works
* Coordinate and collaborate with a variety of discipline specialists (both in-house capability and external supply chain) on several concurrent projects, either at bid or pre-construction stage, or during early stages of construction, adopting the Method-led Construction approach
* Develop and visualise construction schedules using 4D planning tools to support methodology options
* Support the adoption of modern methods of construction to improve productivity
* Identify risks associated with the works, support the development of mitigations
* Record lessons learnt and capturing knowledge for the future
* Utilise BIM tools (Navisworks, AutoCAD) to enhance design coordination and construction planning
* Identify ambiguities within design, proposes changes and raise RFI, FCR, TQY.
* Assist the Project and Package Managers in day-to-day subcontract management
What are we looking for?
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Project experience in complex / major complex project environments (at Site Engineer / Section Engineer level or equivalent)
- Up-to-date knowledge of construction methodologies
- Understanding of project planning and resourcing
- Up-to-date knowledge of industry standard safe systems of work
- Ensure responsibilities under CDM Regulations
- Applied knowledge of modern methods of construction and digital planning tools
- Proficient in working with digital models and BIM environments (e.g., Navisworks)
- Deadline-focussed outputs
- Interpersonal and communications skills
- Facilitation skills
- Proficient in AutoCAD for technical drawing and design coordination
- Proficient in BIM tools, particularly Navisworks, for model review and 4D sequencing
- Ability to generate site installation drawings, time slices, and 4D construction sequences
- ​​​Experience reviewing subcontractor design deliverables including drawings, models, and risk registers
Desirable
- Confidence to propose innovative solutions and challenge conventional construction approaches constructively
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Degree in relevant discipline
- Previous experience in civil construction or mechanical industry
- CSCS card
Desirable:
- Experience in nuclear industry
- Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor experience
What we will offer you?
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits

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